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2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 1 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT WELCOME TO SPORTING NEWS' 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT Ladies and gentleman, your wait is over. The Fantasy Source staff is pleased to unveil the 2008 Fantasy Football Draft Kit. Between the Sporting News' Fantasy Football Owners Manual (on newsstands July 8), the Fantasy Source website (constantly updating as soon as news hits) and our always-comprehensive Draft Kit (over 100 pages!), we've put everything you need to dominate your league at your fingertips. Once again, the draft kit is downloadable (in PDF form) or printable, so you'll be fully equipped no matter what kind of draft you're having. And no matter what you're looking for, you can find it in our Draft Kit, which is updated daily. Stat Projections? We have over 260 of those. What about rankings? Yup, we break them down by position and do an overall Top 200. And don't think we forgot about those of you in Keeper Leagues. We have rankings for those -- as well as IDP leagues -too. Expert mock draft? You know it. You can check out how the Fantasy Source staff (and friends) went about putting together our teams. What about people in Auction Leagues and SN's Ultimate Fantasy Football? Don't worry, you're taken care of as well. We have constantly updating dollar values to give you a price range for every offensive player and team defense in the NFL. Still not enough? We agree. That's why we're also providing sleeper and stumbler picks for the coming season. This goes well with our schedule power poll, which lets you know what kind of matchups your potential players will face every week. We're still not done. You'll also get expert columns from Fantasy Source. Whether it's an in-depth team preview, a piece on draft strategy, or thoughts about a specific player, you'll get the latest from our team of experts. The Draft Kit also includes schedules, depth charts, stats leaders, player/injury updates, draft tracker worksheets and more. I know, I know -- you want to start reading the Draft Kit and do a draft later today. We don't blame you one bit. But even if you have to wait awhile for your draft, take solace in the fact that you'll be more prepared than any other owner in the room. Best of luck this season. Matt Lutovsky Associate Editor/Fantasy Football Expert Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 2 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST EXPERT COLUMN - 49ers preview By Ladd Biro Sporting News Aug. 29, 2008 new SnFsDropdownNavigation("FB", "teamReport","2008").paint(); WHAT'S NEW I don't know why the Fantasy Source editors are so upset with me, but I intend to get to the bottom of this. I'm sure they'll deny it, but why else would they ask me to write the 49ers preview? I must have offended Winkler with my snarky comments about his draft picks in the annual fantasy football guide. Oh well, maybe I'm in line for some hazard pay. According to my research, San Francisco announced earlier this year that they would once again field a team in the National Football League for the 2008 season. Later, they mentioned that a fine young man named John Thomas O'Sullivan (that's what Wikipedia says, so it has to be true) has volunteered to hand the ball to Frank Gore this season and then quickly get out of the way. O'Sullivan was promptly initiated into the 49ers' not-so-exclusive DND fraternity - as in Do Not Draft. Indeed, it's likely to be another painful season for the 49ers. Sure, Mike Martz is in town, but even a mad scientist needs the right ingredients to ply his craft. Gore has a chance to rebound from a tough 2007 campaign, but he's still stuck behind one of the shakiest offensive lines in the league. On a positive note, Andy Lee is an elite, Pro Bowl punter! If you're not terribly busy for the next few minutes, I invite you to read on. But if you'd prefer the Cliffs Notes version of this preview, here it is: Gore: good. Rest of team: not so much. 49ers depth chart | 49ers 2007 stats 0-Star Players Projected draft round Player Round J.T. O'Sullivan, QB DND Frank Gore, RB 1-2 DeShaun Foster, RB 14-15 Bryant Johnson, WR 10-11 Arnaz Battle, WR DND Isaac Bruce, WR 17-DND Josh Morgan, WR 15-16 Vernon Davis, TE 8-9 Joe Nedney, K DND Defense/special teams DND Draft position based on a standard 12-team combined scoring and yardage league with a 17-round draft. DND: Do not draft. J.T. O'Sullivan, QB. Starting NFL quarterback? Check. Familiar with Mike Martz's offense? Check. Nice guy? Probably. Thus completes the criteria in favor of drafting O'Sullivan. Here are just of few of the hits you'll hear on the chart-topping new 3-CD set, Why to Avoid O'Sullivan Like the Plague: "Chillin' in My Ninth NFL Jersey;" "Don't Forget the Frankfurt Galaxy!;" "It Ain't Easy Rushing for -12 Yards in Six Years;" "Remember My Touchdown Pass?;" and, of course, that reggae dance sensation, "Lemme Tell You 'Bout My 148-Yard Career Passing Day!" But wait...there's more! You'll also receive the bonus disc, "Alex Smith: Still Standing Here." DeShaun Foster, RB. In six years as a Panther, he never once ran for more than 900 yards or scored more than four total TDs in any season. Even if Gore were to be injured, you have to wonder whether Foster would merit a spot on your roster. After all, Carolina was a pretty good rushing team, which is much more than you can say for San Francisco. Don't bother drafting him even as Gore insurance. Stealing one of your competitors' handcuffs would be more satisfying. 3 of 178 Frank Gore, RB. The conventional wisdom is that Gore was a bust, or at least a major disappointment, in 2007. He never seemed to shake a series of nagging ailments, most notably an ankle injury suffered in Week 7 - which clearly robbed him of the burst he displayed in his breakout second season of '06. And yet, despite scoring just five rushing touchdowns (in only three games) and eclipsing the 100-yard rushing mark just twice, he still finished the season as a Top 10 fantasy back, largely on the strength of his 436 receiving yards (plus 1 TD). Enter pass-happy offensive coordinator Mike Martz, and the conventional wisdom heaves a collective groan. But wait. Has everyone forgotten that Marshall Faulk was the undisputed King of Fantasy during Martz's reign in St. Louis? Martz knows a great multi-purpose tailback when he sees one. And while you can be certain this turf show will be far short of great, Martz will find ways to get Gore the ball every way possible. What other choice does he have? Gore represents good value at the end of the first round, and outstanding value should he slide to the second. Put another way, he's the only 49er worth drafting sober. Key additions: QB J.T. O'Sullivan, RB DeShaun Foster, WR Bryant Johnson, WR Isaac Bruce, DE Justin Smith, DT Kentwan Balmer Key losses: RB Maurice Hicks, WR Darrell Jackson, G Larry Allen, DT Bryant Young 2-Star Players Vernon Davis, TE. This time last year, many so-called "experts" predicted that Davis would emerge in his sophomore campaign. True, I was one of them; but, I was only kidding. Heading into his third season, expectations have been tempered; but we're watching closely with our peripheral vision to see if Martz can find a way to unleash the beast. He has talked about lining Davis up as a wideout on occasion, which sounds intriguing until you're reminded that "John Thomas" is under center. Worth a late draft pick? You betcha. But ideally as your TE2. 4-Star Players This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST EXPERT COLUMN - 49ers preview continued from page 1 Isaac Bruce, WR. After 14 seasons as a Ram, the future Hall-of-Famer must now start anew with an inexperienced quarterback at the helm. He'll turn 36 in November, so temper your enthusiasm about his reunion with Martz. He battled hamstring injuries last season, so don't be surprised to see similar flare-ups in '08. Bryant Johnson, WR. He finally has a chance to win a starting gig, after five seasons as a backup in Arizona. But he can't win the job from the sidelines, where he's been all preseason with a pulled hamstring. The knock on Johnson has always been sloppy route running, and that won't fly in Mike Martz's precision offense. That makes the veteran receiver a high-risk, low-reward pick in my book. Arnaz Battle, WR. Doesn't it seem like he's perennially somebody's last draft pick? And isn't he then always among the first players released to waivers? Don't be that guy this year. Making matters worse, Battle has struggled with both hamstrings throughout training camp. Josh Morgan, WR. He has been competing with Johnson for a starting role, but those prospects now seem remote since Morgan won't play in tonight's final preseason game due to an undisclosed illness. Joe Nedney, K. You don't have to play on a high-scoring offense to be a decent fantasy kicker. In fact, the best ones usually play for teams that bog down frequently in the red zone, settling for field goals instead of touchdowns. But when your team rarely crosses mid-field, your prospects are pretty dim. In case you're wondering, Nedney missed both of his field goal attempts of 50+ yards last season. Defense/special teams. Two years ago, I penned an epic column (you probably remember it) heralding the 49ers as the best fantasy defense in the league. Then, in a twist worthy of Hollywood director M. Night Shamalamadingdong (Note to Editor: this may not be exact spelling), I revealed that it was the "best" fantasy defense because it's the team you always want your starters to play against. The good news for me is that some night in November, when I'm all out of Pulitzer-worthy ideas, I'll be able to whip that old column out, change a few names, and hit the sack early. There is a bright spot, though: MLB Patrick Willis, the team's top draft pick in 2007. Willis set an NFL record for tackles (137) in his rookie season, earned a Pro Bowl invitation and was named AP Defensive Rookie of the Year. He is an IDP gold mine, and should be among the first defensive players off the board in leagues that play them. The team is hoping OLB Manny Lawson (knee) is fully recovered from the ACL injury he suffered in Week 2 of his second season, and that free-agent acquisition DE Justin Smith (Bengals) can upgrade the defensive line, which has struggled with Nolan's 3-4 scheme. The team needs its secondary - especially CBs Nate Clements and Walt Harris - to step up this year, and help minimize the long, back-breaking drives that have been so devastating to this unit. TO KNOW LIST Ultimate Fantasy Football Tip: Bryant Johnson might be considered a high-risk player in traditional leagues, but he could be a bargain at just $1.15M in our Ultimate Salary Cap game. After missing time because of a hamstring injury, Johnson is running with the first-team offense now. He's in a contract year and will likely be the No. 1 WR in the 49ers' pass-happy attack. He'll get plenty of looks as long as he stays healthy and picks up the offense. Coaching:. Mike Nolan enters his third year as the franchise's 15th head coach, walking in the footsteps of his father, Dick, who coached the team from 1968-75. But after following up an encouraging 7-9 2006 season with a disappointing 5-11 record in 2007, Nolan is feeling the pressure to right the ship. Quickly. He is a defensive specialist, having risen to prominence as defensive coordinator for the Ravens. Help has now arrived for the other side of the ball with the hiring of Mike Martz as offensive coordinator. Martz, the mastermind behind "The Greatest Show on Turf" in St. Louis from 1999-2005, takes on his biggest project yet. He inherits the NFL's lowest-scoring offense from 2007, and must rely on an inexperienced quarterback to run his pass-oriented attack. Martz had mixed success, at best, in his previous OC stint in Detroit, where he had more weapons at his disposal. Don't expect an overnight turnaround in San Francisco. This will be Greg Manusky's second season as the 49ers' defensive coordinator, so it falls to him to get the most from Willis and his teammates. It would help if the offense doesn't have too many three-and-outs this season. Offensive line: The 49ers have the 27th-ranked offensive line according to our current rankings, and it's hard to make a case that they will ascend that list much over the course of the season. Second-year LT Joe Staley (the team's second 1st-round pick of '07) has moved over from the RT spot he played in his rookie season, allowing injury-prone veteran Jonas Jennings to move back to RT. This unit already had questionable talent and depth issues before LG Adam Snyder incurred a high ankle sprain that has him out indefinitely. As a result, the team is trying to sweet-talk Larry Allen out of retirement; but don't hold your breath. Schedule analysis: Alas, some good news! The 49ers are blessed with the 2nd best fantasy schedule in 2008, highlighted by six games against their NFC West division foes. That's a relief for those who draft Gore, but favorable opponents probably won't make a meaningful difference for the other 49ers players. That said, at least the schedule makers have given O'Sullivan a chance to get his feet wet against a very soft early line-up. Best of all, no fantasy RB has a tastier schedule during the fantasy playoffs than Gore, who should run roughshod over the Jets, Dolphins and Rams in Weeks 14-16. Fantasy Strength of Schedule: Tied for 31st toughest (or 2nd easiest). Ladd Biro is a special contributor to Fantasy Source Football. He runs Champion Management, a successful sports marketing agency, and can be reached at lbiro@championmgt.com. Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 4 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT 2008 TEAM SCHEDULE (Strength of schedule in parentheses) Arizona (31) Sept. 7 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 Sept. 28 Oct. 5 Oct. 12 WK. 7 Oct. 26 Nov. 2 Nov. 10 Nov. 16 Nov. 23 Nov. 27 Dec. 7 Dec. 14 Dec. 21 Dec. 28 @San Francisco Miami @Washington @NY Jets Buffalo Dallas BYE @Carolina @St. Louis San Francisco @Seattle NY Giants @Philadelphia St. Louis Minnesota @New England Seattle Atlanta (16) Sept. 7 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 Sept. 28 Oct. 5 Oct. 12 WK. 7 Oct. 26 Nov. 2 Nov. 9 Nov. 16 Nov. 23 Nov. 30 Dec. 7 Dec. 14 Dec. 21 Dec. 28 Detroit @Tampa Bay Kansas City @Carolina @Green Bay Chicago BYE @Philadelphia @Oakland New Orleans Denver Carolina @San Diego @New Orleans Tampa Bay @Minnesota St. Louis Baltimore (T-6) Sept. 7 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 Sept. 29 Oct. 5 Oct. 12 Oct. 19 Oct. 26 Nov. 2 WK. 10 Nov. 16 Nov. 23 Nov. 30 Dec. 7 Dec. 14 Dec. 20 Dec. 28 Cincinnati @Houston Cleveland @Pittsburgh Tennessee @Indianapolis @Miami Oakland @Cleveland BYE @NY Giants Philadelphia @Cincinnati Washington Pittsburgh @Dallas Jacksonville Buffalo (T-6) Sept. 7 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 Sept. 28 Oct. 5 WK. 6 Oct. 19 Oct. 26 Nov. 2 Nov. 9 Nov. 17 Nov. 23 Nov. 30 Dec. 7 Dec. 14 Dec. 21 Dec. 28 Seattle @Jacksonville Oakland @St. Louis @Arizona BYE San Diego @Miami NY Jets @New England Cleveland @Kansas City San Francisco Miami @NY Jets @Denver New England Carolina (T-18) Sept. 7 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 Sept. 28 Oct. 5 Oct. 12 Oct. 19 Oct. 26 WK. 9 Nov. 9 Nov. 16 Nov. 23 Nov. 30 Dec. 8 Dec. 14 Dec. 21 Dec. 28 @San Diego Chicago @Minnesota Atlanta Kansas City @Tampa Bay New Orleans Arizona BYE @Oakland Detroit @Atlanta @Green Bay Tampa Bay Denver @NY Giants @New Orleans Chicago (T-24) Sept. 7 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 Sept. 28 Oct. 5 Oct. 12 Oct. 19 WK. 8 Nov. 2 Nov. 9 Nov. 16 Nov. 23 Nov. 30 Dec. 7 Dec. 11 Dec. 22 Dec. 28 @Indianapolis @Carolina Tampa Bay Philadelphia @Detroit @Atlanta Minnesota BYE Detroit Tennessee @Green Bay @St. Louis @Minnesota Jacksonville New Orleans Green Bay @Houston Cincinnati (T-10) Sept. 7 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 Sept. 28 Oct. 5 Oct. 12 Oct. 19 WK. 8 Nov. 2 Nov. 9 Nov. 16 Nov. 20 Nov. 30 Dec. 7 Dec. 14 Dec. 21 Dec. 28 @Baltimore Tennessee @NY Giants Cleveland @Dallas @NY Jets Pittsburgh BYE Jacksonville @Houston Philadelphia @Pittsburgh Baltimore @Indianapolis Washington @Cleveland Kansas City Cleveland (T-8) Sept. 7 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 Sept. 28 WK. 5 Oct. 13 Oct. 19 Oct. 26 Nov. 2 Nov. 6 Nov. 17 Nov. 23 Nov. 30 Dec. 7 Dec. 15 Dec. 21 Dec. 28 Dallas Pittsburgh @Baltimore @Cincinnati BYE NY Giants @Washington @Jacksonville Baltimore Denver @Buffalo Houston Indianapolis @Tennessee @Philadelphia Cincinnati @Pittsburgh Sept. 7 Sept. 15 Sept. 21 Sept. 28 Oct. 5 Oct. 12 Oct. 19 Oct. 26 Nov. 2 WK. 10 Nov. 16 Nov. 23 Nov. 27 Dec. 7 Dec. 14 Dec. 20 Dec. 28 Dallas (T-26) @Cleveland Philadelphia @Green Bay Washington Cincinnati @Arizona @St. Louis Tampa Bay @NY Giants BYE @Washington San Francisco Seattle @Pittsburgh NY Giants Baltimore @Philadelphia Denver (T-10) Sept. 8 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 Sept. 28 Oct. 5 Oct. 12 Oct. 20 WK. 8 Nov. 2 Nov. 6 Nov. 16 Nov. 23 Nov. 30 Dec. 7 Dec. 14 Dec. 21 Dec. 28 @Oakland San Diego New Orleans @Kansas City Tampa Bay Jacksonville @New England BYE Miami @Cleveland @Atlanta Oakland @NY Jets Kansas City @Carolina Buffalo @San Diego Detroit (T-18) Sept. 7 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 WK. 4 Oct. 5 Oct. 12 Oct. 19 Oct. 26 Nov. 2 Nov. 9 Nov. 16 Nov. 23 Nov. 27 Dec. 7 Dec. 14 Dec. 21 Dec. 28 @Atlanta Green Bay @San Francisco BYE Chicago @Minnesota @Houston Washington @Chicago Jacksonville @Carolina Tampa Bay Tennessee Minnesota @Indianapolis New Orleans @Green Bay Green Bay (17) Sept. 8 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 Sept. 28 Oct. 5 Oct. 12 Oct. 19 WK. 8 Nov. 2 Nov. 9 Nov. 16 Nov. 24 Nov. 30 Dec. 7 Dec. 14 Dec. 22 Dec. 28 Minnesota @Detroit Dallas @Tampa Bay Atlanta @Seattle Indianapolis BYE @Tennessee @Minnesota Chicago @New Orleans Carolina Houston @Jacksonville @Chicago Detroit Houston (T-13) Sept. 7 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 Sept. 28 Oct. 5 Oct. 12 Oct. 19 WK. 8 Nov. 2 Nov. 9 Nov. 16 Nov. 23 Dec. 1 Dec. 7 Dec. 14 Dec. 21 Dec. 28 @Pittsburgh Baltimore @Tennessee @Jacksonville Indianapolis Miami Detroit BYE @Minnesota Cincinnati @Indianapolis @Cleveland Jacksonville @Green Bay Tennessee @Oakland Chicago Indianapolis (T-13) Sept. 7 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 WK. 4 Oct. 5 Oct. 12 Oct. 19 Oct. 27 Nov. 2 Nov. 9 Nov. 16 Nov. 23 Nov. 30 Dec. 7 Dec. 14 Dec. 18 Dec. 28 Chicago @Minnesota Jacksonville BYE @Houston Baltimore @Green Bay @Tennessee New England @Pittsburgh Houston @San Diego @Cleveland Cincinnati Detroit @Jacksonville Tennessee Jacksonville (T-13) Sept. 7 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 Sept. 28 Oct. 5 Oct. 12 WK. 7 Oct. 26 Nov. 2 Nov. 9 Nov. 16 Nov. 23 Dec. 1 Dec. 7 Dec. 14 Dec. 18 Dec. 28 @Tennessee Buffalo @Indianapolis Houston Pittsburgh @Denver BYE Cleveland @Cincinnati @Detroit Tennessee Minnesota @Houston @Chicago Green Bay Indianapolis @Baltimore Kansas City (T-4) Sept. 7 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 Sept. 28 Oct. 5 WK. 6 Oct. 19 Oct. 26 Nov. 2 Nov. 9 Nov. 16 Nov. 23 Nov. 30 Dec. 7 Dec. 14 Dec. 21 Dec. 28 @New England Oakland @Atlanta Denver @Carolina BYE Tennessee @NY Jets Tampa Bay @San Diego New Orleans Buffalo @Oakland @Denver San Diego Miami @Cincinnati This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 5 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT 2008 TEAM SCHEDULE Miami (1) Sept. 7 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 WK. 4 Oct. 5 Oct. 12 Oct. 19 Oct. 26 Nov. 2 Nov. 9 Nov. 16 Nov. 23 Nov. 30 Dec. 7 Dec. 14 Dec. 21 Dec. 28 NY Jets @Arizona @New England BYE San Diego @Houston Baltimore Buffalo @Denver Seattle Oakland New England @St. Louis @Buffalo San Francisco @Kansas City @NY Jets Minnesota (T-24) Sept. 8 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 Sept. 28 Oct. 6 Oct. 12 Oct. 19 WK. 8 Nov. 2 Nov. 9 Nov. 16 Nov. 23 Nov. 30 Dec. 7 Dec. 14 Dec. 21 Dec. 28 @Green Bay Indianapolis Carolina @Tennessee @New Orleans Detroit @Chicago BYE Houston Green Bay @Tampa Bay @Jacksonville Chicago @Detroit @Arizona Atlanta NY Giants New England (3) Sept. 7 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 WK. 4 Oct. 5 Oct. 12 Oct. 20 Oct. 26 Nov. 2 Nov. 9 Nov. 13 Nov. 23 Nov. 30 Dec. 7 Dec. 14 Dec. 21 Dec. 28 Kansas City @NY Jets Miami BYE @San Francisco @San Diego Denver St. Louis @Indianapolis Buffalo NY Jets @Miami Pittsburgh @Seattle @Oakland Arizona @Buffalo New Orleans (T-18) Sept. 7 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 Sept. 28 Oct. 6 Oct. 12 Oct. 19 Oct. 26 WK. 9 Nov. 9 Nov. 16 Nov. 24 Nov. 30 Dec. 7 Dec. 11 Dec. 21 Dec. 28 Tampa Bay @Washington @Denver San Francisco Minnesota Oakland @Carolina San Diego BYE @Atlanta @Kansas City Green Bay @Tampa Bay Atlanta @Chicago @Detroit Carolina NY Giants (18) Sept. 4 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 WK. 4 Oct. 5 Oct. 13 Oct. 19 Oct. 26 Nov. 2 Nov. 9 Nov. 16 Nov. 23 Nov. 30 Dec. 7 Dec. 14 Dec. 21 Dec. 28 Washington @St. Louis Cincinnati BYE Seattle @Cleveland San Francisco @Pittsburgh Dallas @Philadelphia Baltimore @Arizona @Washington Philadelphia @Dallas Carolina @Minnesota NY Jets (T-4) Sept. 7 Sept. 14 Sept. 22 Sept. 28 WK. 5 Oct. 12 Oct. 19 Oct. 26 Nov. 2 Nov. 9 Nov. 13 Nov. 23 Nov. 30 Dec. 7 Dec. 14 Dec. 21 Dec. 28 @Miami New England @San Diego Arizona BYE Cincinnati @Oakland Kansas City @Buffalo St. Louis @New England @Tennessee Denver @San Francisco Buffalo @Seattle Miami Oakland (T-8) Sept. 8 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 Sept. 28 WK. 5 Oct. 12 Oct. 19 Oct. 26 Nov. 2 Nov. 9 Nov. 16 Nov. 23 Nov. 30 Dec. 4 Dec. 14 Dec. 21 Dec. 28 Denver @Kansas City @Buffalo San Diego BYE @New Orleans NY Jets @Baltimore Atlanta Carolina @Miami @Denver Kansas City @San Diego New England Houston @Tampa Bay Philadelphia (30) Sept. 7 Sept. 15 Sept. 21 Sept. 28 Oct. 5 Oct. 12 WK. 7 Oct. 26 Nov. 2 Nov. 9 Nov. 16 Nov. 23 Nov. 27 Dec. 7 Dec. 15 Dec. 21 Dec. 28 St. Louis @Dallas Pittsburgh @Chicago Washington @San Francisco BYE Atlanta @Seattle NY Giants @Cincinnati @Baltimore Arizona @NY Giants Cleveland @Washington Dallas Sept. 7 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 Sept. 29 Oct. 5 WK. 6 Oct. 19 Oct. 26 Nov. 3 Nov. 9 Nov. 16 Nov. 20 Nov. 30 Dec. 7 Dec. 14 Dec. 21 Dec. 28 Pittsburgh (12) Houston @Cleveland @Philadelphia Baltimore @Jacksonville BYE @Cincinnati NY Giants @Washington Indianapolis San Diego Cincinnati @New England Dallas @Baltimore @Tennessee Cleveland San Diego (2) Sept. 7 Sept. 14 Sept. 22 Sept. 28 Oct. 5 Oct. 12 Oct. 19 Oct. 26 WK. 9 Nov. 9 Nov. 16 Nov. 23 Nov. 30 Dec. 4 Dec. 14 Dec. 21 Dec. 28 Carolina @Denver NY Jets @Oakland @Miami New England @Buffalo @New Orleans BYE Kansas City @Pittsburgh Indianapolis Atlanta Oakland @Kansas City @Tampa Bay Denver San Francisco (T-26) Sept. 7 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 Sept. 28 Oct. 5 Oct. 12 Oct. 19 Oct. 26 WK. 9 Nov. 10 Nov. 16 Nov. 23 Nov. 30 Dec. 7 Dec. 14 Dec. 21 Dec. 28 Arizona @Seattle Detroit @New Orleans New England Philadelphia @NY Giants Seattle BYE @Arizona St. Louis @Dallas @Buffalo NY Jets @Miami @St. Louis Washington Seattle (29) Sept. 7 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 WK. 4 Oct. 5 Oct. 12 Oct. 19 Oct. 26 Nov. 2 Nov. 9 Nov. 16 Nov. 23 Nov. 27 Dec. 7 Dec. 14 Dec. 21 Dec. 28 @Buffalo San Francisco St. Louis BYE @NY Giants Green Bay @Tampa Bay @San Francisco Philadelphia @Miami Arizona Washington @Dallas New England @St. Louis NY Jets @Arizona St. Louis (32) Sept. 7 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 Sept. 28 WK. 5 Oct. 12 Oct. 19 Oct. 26 Nov. 2 Nov. 9 Nov. 16 Nov. 23 Nov. 30 Dec. 7 Dec. 14 Dec. 21 Dec. 28 @Philadelphia NY Giants @Seattle Buffalo BYE @Washington Dallas @New England Arizona @NY Jets @San Francisco Chicago Miami @Arizona Seattle San Francisco @Atlanta Tampa Bay (T-18) Sept. 7 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 Sept. 28 Oct. 5 Oct. 12 Oct. 19 Oct. 26 Nov. 2 WK. 10 Nov. 16 Nov. 23 Nov. 30 Dec. 8 Dec. 14 Dec. 21 Dec. 28 @New Orleans Atlanta @Chicago Green Bay @Denver Carolina Seattle @Dallas @Kansas City BYE Minnesota @Detroit New Orleans @Carolina @Atlanta San Diego Oakland Tennessee (T-18) Sept. 7 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 Sept. 28 Oct. 5 WK. 6 Oct. 19 Oct. 27 Nov. 2 Nov. 9 Nov. 16 Nov. 23 Nov. 27 Dec. 7 Dec. 14 Dec. 21 Dec. 28 Jacksonville @Cincinnati Houston Minnesota @Baltimore BYE @Kansas City Indianapolis Green Bay @Chicago @Jacksonville NY Jets @Detroit Cleveland @Houston Pittsburgh @Indianapolis Washington (28) Sept. 4 Sept. 14 Sept. 21 Sept. 28 Oct. 5 Oct. 12 Oct. 19 Oct. 26 Nov. 3 WK. 10 Nov. 16 Nov. 23 Nov. 30 Dec. 7 Dec. 14 Dec. 21 Dec. 28 @NY Giants New Orleans Arizona @Dallas @Philadelphia St. Louis Cleveland @Detroit Pittsburgh BYE Dallas @Seattle NY Giants @Baltimore @Cincinnati Philadelphia @San Francisco Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 6 of 178 Team MIA @WAS @NYJ BUF @TB @PIT SD NO BYE BYE DEN @BUF HOU SF JAC @HOU PHI @PIT DET TEN @GB @STL @MIN JAC ARI BYE @OAK DET @ATL @GB TB @MIA NYJ @NE CLE @KC SF TEN @IND @MIA OAK @CLE BYE @NYG PHI @CIN WAS PIT @DAL JAC NE KC @CAR @GB CHI BYE @PHI @OAK NO DEN CAR @SD @NO TB @MIN STL DAL BYE @CAR @STL SF @SEA NYG @PHI STL MIN @NE SEA 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Arizona Cardinals @SF Atlanta Falcons DET Baltimore Ravens @JAC OAK @STL @ARI BYE CHI TB PIT PHI @DET @ATL MIN @MIN ATL KC @TB CIN @HOU CLE 2008 NFL SCHEDULE Buffalo Bills SEA MIA @NYJ @DEN Carolina Panthers @SD DEN @NYG @NO NO GB @HOU KC Chicago Bears @IND @CAR Cincinnati Bengals PIT PHI SD GB @TB IND MIA DET ATL @SEA IND @SF BYE CHI @MIN @HOU WAS @CHI NO @KC TB JAC @NE BYE @GB WAS CIN @ARI @STL TB @NYG BYE @WAS @BAL @CIN BYE NYG @WAS @JAC BAL @BAL TEN @NYG CLE @DAL @NYJ BAL @IND WAS @CLE IND SEA @TEN @PHI @PIT KC NYG CIN BAL @CAR BUF Cleveland Browns DAL @PIT @PHI @SD Dallas Cowboys @CLE Denver Broncos @OAK MIA @CLE @ATL OAK @NYJ JAC @CAR CHI CIN NE @PIT TB @NO @IND @CLE HOU TEN CAR JAC @SD @CLE For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com MIN @IND NO HOU @JAC @CHI @GB CIN CLE TEN @NYJ @CIN @DET TEN TB @SD NO MIN @HOU @CHI BUF @OAK @DEN @GB DET TEN @OAK CHI DET GB SD @JAC TEN IND @BAL MIA @CIN BYE @TEN @MIN BYE @MIN BAL @TEN @JAC @MIN @IND HOU PIT JAC BYE @HOU BAL @GB @TEN @DEN BYE Detroit Lions @ATL Green Bay Packers MIN @DET DAL Houston Texans @PIT Indianapolis Colts CHI Jacksonville Jaguars @TEN BUF OAK @ATL DEN @CAR BYE 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT Kansas City Chiefs @NE 7 of 178 Team @ARI @NE IND @NYJ MIA @WAS @DEN CIN @SD SD @CHI WAS BAL @JAC BYE @CIN NYG @WAS IND NE PHI @NYG SEA GB @NE @TB @SF PHI ARI BYE @ARI @MIA @BUF @NO BYE KC @PIT SD CIN IND @SF BYE ATL @SEA NYG @CIN @BAL BYE @NO NYJ @BAL ATL CAR @MIA @DEN KC ARI BYE CIN @OAK KC @BUF STL @NE @TEN DEN @SF @SD BYE SEA @CLE SF @PIT DAL @PHI BAL @ARI @WAS PHI SF MIN OAK @CAR SD BYE @ATL @KC GB @TB ATL BYE @SF @SD DEN STL @IND BUF NYJ @MIA PIT @SEA @OAK ARI CAR @TEN @NO DET @CHI BYE HOU GB @TB @JAC CHI @DET @ARI ATL NYG @BUF BYE SD @HOU BAL BUF @DEN SEA OAK NE @STL @BUF SF @KC @NYJ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Miami Dolphins NYJ Minnesota Vikings @GB New England Patriots KC 2008 NFL SCHEDULE New Orleans Saints TB @CHI @DET CAR @DAL CAR @MIN BUF @SEA MIA NE HOU @TB New York Giants NE @KC @BUF PIT WAS @STL New York Jets @MIA Oakland Raiders DEN Philadelphia Eagles STL @DAL ARI @NYG CLE @WAS DAL @NE ATL DAL @BAL @TEN CLE OAK @KC @TB DEN Pittsburgh Steelers HOU @CLE @PHI Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine @SEA DET SF BYE @WAS DAL @DEN CAR STL BYE @NYG @NO NE STL @DAL @BUF NYJ @MIA @STL WAS ARI @NYJ @SF BYE IND CLE @DET GB PIT WAS @DAL CHI MIN @DET @CHI @JAC BYE MIA NO NE @ARI @STL SEA @CAR @ATL NYJ @DET CLE @HOU DAL @SEA NYG @BAL @CIN NYJ SF SD PIT PHI @ARI @ATL OAK @IND @SF ATL @CIN HOU NO ARI @DAL @PHI STL MIN @BAL BYE @CHI GB SEA @DAL @KC @KC San Diego Chargers CAR @DEN NYJ @OAK @MIA San Francisco 49ers ARI Seattle Seahawks @BUF St. Louis Rams @PHI NYG @SEA BUF Tampa Bay @NO Tennessee Titans JAC 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT Washington Redskins @NYG 8 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT 2008 NFL SCHEDULE (All times Eastern) Week 1 Thursday, Sept. 4 Washington at N.Y. Giants, 7 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 7 N.Y. Jets at Miami, 1 p.m. Kansas City at New England, 1 p.m. Houston at Pittsburgh, 1 p.m. Jacksonville at Tennessee, 1 p.m. Detroit at Atlanta, 1 p.m. Cincinnati at Baltimore, 1 p.m. Seattle at Buffalo, 1 p.m. St. Louis at Philadelphia, 1 p.m. Tampa Bay at New Orleans, 1 p.m. Carolina at San Diego, 4:15 p.m. Dallas at Cleveland, 4:15 p.m. Arizona at San Francisco, 4:15 p.m. Chicago at Indianapolis, 8:15 p.m. Monday, Sept. 8 Minnesota at Green Bay, 7 p.m. Denver at Oakland, 10:15 p.m. Week 2 Sunday, Sept. 14 Buffalo at Jacksonville, 1 p.m. Oakland at Kansas City, 1 p.m. Indianapolis at Minnesota, 1 p.m. Chicago at Carolina, 1 p.m. Green Bay at Detroit, 1 p.m. N.Y. Giants at St. Louis, 1 p.m. Tennessee at Cincinnati, 1 p.m. New Orleans at Washington, 1 p.m. Atlanta at Tampa Bay, 4:05 p.m. San Francisco at Seattle, 4:05 p.m. New England at N.Y. Jets, 4:15 p.m. San Diego at Denver, 4:15 p.m. Baltimore at Houston, 4:15 p.m. Miami at Arizona, 4:15 p.m. Pittsburgh at Cleveland, 8:15 p.m. Monday, Sept. 15 Philadelphia at Dallas, 8:30 p.m. Week 3 Sunday, Sept. 21 Houston at Tennessee, 1 p.m. Tampa Bay at Chicago, 1 p.m. Miami at New England, 1 p.m. Arizona at Washington, 1 p.m. Kansas City at Atlanta, 1 p.m. Carolina at Minnesota, 1 p.m. Cincinnati at N.Y. Giants, 1 p.m. Oakland at Buffalo, 1 p.m. Detroit at San Francisco, 4:05 p.m. New Orleans at Denver, 4:05 p.m. St. Louis at Seattle, 4:05 p.m. Pittsburgh at Philadelphia, 4:15 p.m. Cleveland at Baltimore, 4:15 p.m. Jacksonville at Indianapolis, 4:15 p.m. Dallas at Green Bay, 8:15 p.m. Monday, Sept. 22 N.Y. Jets at San Diego, 8:30 p.m. Week 4 Sunday, Sept. 28 Houston at Jacksonville, 1 p.m. Atlanta at Carolina, 1 p.m. Denver at Kansas City, 1 p.m. San Francisco at New Orleans, 1 p.m. Arizona at N.Y. Jets, 1 p.m. Cleveland at Cincinnati, 1 p.m. Green Bay at Tampa Bay, 1 p.m. Minnesota at Tennessee, 1 p.m. San Diego at Oakland, 4:05 p.m. Buffalo at St. Louis, 4:05 p.m. Washington at Dallas, 4:15 p.m. Philadelphia at Chicago, 8:15 p.m. Monday, Sept. 29 Baltimore at Pittsburgh, 8:30 p.m. BYES: Detroit, Indianapolis, Miami, New England, N.Y. Giants, Seattle Week 5 Sunday, Oct. 5 Kansas City at Carolina, 1 p.m. Chicago at Detroit, 1 p.m. Atlanta at Green Bay, 1 p.m. Indianapolis at Houston, 1 p.m. San Diego at Miami, 1 p.m. Tennessee at Baltimore, 1 p.m. Seattle at N.Y. Giants, 1 p.m. Washington at Philadelphia, 1 p.m. Tampa Bay at Denver, 4:05 p.m. Buffalo at Arizona, 4:15 p.m. Cincinnati at Dallas, 4:15 p.m. New England at San Francisco, 4:15 Pittsburgh at Jacksonville, 8:15 p.m. Monday, Oct. 6 Minnesota at New Orleans, 8:30 p.m. BYES: N.Y. Jets, Cleveland, Oakland, St. Louis Week 6 Sunday, Oct. 12 Miami at Houston, 1 p.m. Baltimore at Indianapolis, 1 p.m. Detroit at Minnesota, 1 p.m. Oakland at New Orleans, 1 p.m. Cincinnati at N.Y. Jets, 1 p.m. Chicago at Atlanta, 1 p.m. Carolina at Tampa Bay, 1 p.m. St. Louis at Washington, 1 p.m. Jacksonville at Denver, 4:05 p.m. Dallas at Arizona, 4:15 p.m. Philadelphia at San Francisco, 4:15 p.m. Green Bay at Seattle, 4:15 p.m. New England at San Diego, 8:15 p.m. Monday, Oct. 13 N.Y. Giants at Cleveland, 8:30 p.m. BYES: Kansas City, Buffalo, Tennessee, Pittsburgh Week 7 Sunday, Oct. 19 New Orleans at Carolina, 1 p.m. Minnesota at Chicago, 1 p.m. Pittsburgh at Cincinnati, 1 p.m. Tennessee at Kansas City, 1 p.m. Baltimore at Miami, 1 p.m. San Diego at Buffalo, 1 p.m. San Francisco at N.Y. Giants, 1 p.m. Dallas at St. Louis, 1 p.m. Detroit at Houston, 4:05 p.m. Indianapolis at Green Bay, 4:15 p.m. N.Y. Jets at Oakland, 4:15 p.m. Cleveland at Washington, 4:15 p.m. Seattle at Tampa Bay, 8:15 p.m. Monday, Oct. 20 Denver at New England, 8:30 p.m. BYES: Atlanta, Philadelphia, Jacksonville, Arizona Week 8 Sunday, Oct. 26 Arizona at Carolina, 1 p.m. Tampa Bay at Dallas, 1 p.m. Washington at Detroit, 1 p.m. Buffalo at Miami, 1 p.m. St. Louis at New England, 1 p.m. Oakland at Baltimore, 1 p.m. San Diego at New Orleans, 1 p.m. Atlanta at Philadelphia, 1 p.m. Kansas City at N.Y. Jets, 1 p.m. Cleveland at Jacksonville, 4:05 p.m. N.Y. Giants at Pittsburgh, 4:15 p.m. Seattle at San Francisco, 4:15 p.m. Monday, Oct. 27 Indianapolis at Tennessee, 8:30 p.m. BYES: Minnesota, Chicago, Green Bay, Houston, Denver, Cincinnati Week 9 Sunday, Nov. 2 Jacksonville at Cincinnati, 1 p.m. Baltimore at Cleveland, 1 p.m. Houston at Minnesota, 1 p.m. Detroit at Chicago, 1 p.m. Tampa Bay at Kansas City, 1 p.m. N.Y. Jets at Buffalo, 1 p.m. Arizona at St. Louis, 1 p.m. Green Bay at Tennessee, 1 p.m. Miami at Denver, 4:05 p.m. Dallas at N.Y. Giants, 4:15 p.m. Philadelphia at Seattle, 4:15 p.m. Atlanta at Oakland, 4:15 p.m. New England at Indianapolis, 8:15 p.m. Monday, Nov. 3 Pittsburgh at Washington, 8:30 p.m. BYES: Carolina, New Orleans, San Diego, San Francisco This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 9 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT 2008 NFL SCHEDULE Week 10 Thursday, Nov. 6 Denver at Cleveland, 8:15 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 9 Jacksonville at Detroit, 1 p.m. Cincinnati at Houston, 1 p.m. Buffalo at New England, 1 p.m. New Orleans at Atlanta, 1 p.m. Tennessee at Chicago, 1 p.m. Seattle at Miami, 1 p.m. St. Louis at N.Y. Jets, 1 p.m. Green Bay at Minnesota, 1 p.m. Carolina at Oakland, 4:05 p.m. Indianapolis at Pittsburgh, 4:15 p.m. Kansas City at San Diego, 4:15 p.m. N.Y. Giants at Philadelphia, 8:15 p.m. Monday, Nov. 10 San Francisco at Arizona, 8:30 p.m. BYES: Tampa Bay, Baltimore, Washington, Dallas Week 11 Thursday, Nov. 13 N.Y. Jets at New England, 8:15 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 16 Houston at Indianapolis, 1 p.m. Tennessee at Jacksonville, 1 p.m. Oakland at Miami, 1 p.m. Baltimore at N.Y. Giants, 1 p.m. Detroit at Carolina, 1 p.m. Denver at Atlanta, 1 p.m. Philadelphia at Cincinnati, 1 p.m. Minnesota at Tampa Bay, 1 p.m. Chicago at Green Bay, 1 p.m. New Orleans at Kansas City, 1 p.m. St. Louis at San Francisco, 4:05 p.m. Arizona at Seattle, 4:05 p.m. San Diego at Pittsburgh, 4:15 p.m. Dallas at Washington, 8:15 p.m. Monday, Nov. 17 Cleveland at Buffalo, 8:30 p.m. Week 12 Thursday, Nov. 20 Cincinnati at Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 23 Buffalo at Kansas City, 1 p.m. New England at Miami, 1 p.m. N.Y. Jets at Tennessee, 1 p.m. Carolina at Atlanta, 1 p.m. Philadelphia at Baltimore, 1 p.m. Houston at Cleveland, 1 p.m. San Francisco at Dallas, 1 p.m. Chicago at St. Louis, 1 p.m. Tampa Bay at Detroit, 1 p.m. Minnesota at Jacksonville, 1 p.m. Oakland at Denver, 4:05 p.m. N.Y. Giants at Arizona, 4:15 p.m. Washington at Seattle, 4:15 p.m. Indianapolis at San Diego, 8:15 p.m. Monday, Nov. 24 Green Bay at New Orleans, 8:30 p.m. Week 13 Thursday, Nov. 27 Tennessee at Detroit, 12:30 p.m. Seattle at Dallas, 4:15 p.m. Arizona at Philadelphia, 8:15 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 30 Baltimore at Cincinnati, 1 p.m. Denver at N.Y. Jets, 1 p.m. Miami at St. Louis, 1 p.m. Indianapolis at Cleveland, 1 p.m. San Francisco at Buffalo, 1 p.m. N.Y. Giants at Washington, 1 p.m. Carolina at Green Bay, 1 p.m. New Orleans at Tampa Bay, 1 p.m. Atlanta at San Diego, 4:05 p.m. Pittsburgh at New England, 4:15 p.m. Kansas City at Oakland, 4:15 p.m. Chicago at Minnesota, 8:15 p.m. Monday, Dec. 1 Jacksonville at Houston, 8:30 p.m. Week 14 Thursday, Dec. 4 Oakland at San Diego, 8:15 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7 Jacksonville at Chicago, 1 p.m. Minnesota at Detroit, 1 p.m. Houston at Green Bay, 1 p.m. Cincinnati at Indianapolis, 1 p.m. Atlanta at New Orleans, 1 p.m. Washington at Baltimore, 1 p.m. Philadelphia at N.Y. Giants, 1 p.m. Cleveland at Tennessee, 1 p.m. Miami at Buffalo, 4:05 p.m. Kansas City at Denver, 4:05 p.m. N.Y. Jets at San Francisco, 4:05 p.m. St. Louis at Arizona, 4:15 p.m. Dallas at Pittsburgh, 4:15 p.m. New England at Seattle, 8:15 p.m. Monday, Dec. 8 Tampa Bay at Carolina, 8:30 p.m. Week 15 Thursday, Dec. 11 New Orleans at Chicago, 8:15 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 14 Pittsburgh at Baltimore, 1 p.m. Denver at Carolina, 1 p.m. Washington at Cincinnati, 1 p.m. Tennessee at Houston, 1 p.m. Detroit at Indianapolis, 1 p.m. Tampa Bay at Atlanta, 1 p.m. Green Bay at Jacksonville, 1 p.m. Seattle at St. Louis, 1 p.m. San Diego at Kansas City, 1 p.m. San Francisco at Miami, 1 p.m. Buffalo at N.Y. Jets, 1 p.m. Minnesota at Arizona, 4:05 p.m. New England at Oakland, 4:15 p.m. N.Y. Giants at Dallas, 8:15 p.m. Monday, Dec. 15 Cleveland at Philadelphia, 8:30 p.m. Week 16 Thursday, Dec. 18 Indianapolis at Jacksonville, 8:15 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 20 Baltimore at Dallas, 8:15 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 21 New Orleans at Detroit, 1 p.m. Miami at Kansas City, 1 p.m. Atlanta at Minnesota, 1 p.m. Arizona at New England, 1 p.m. Cincinnati at Cleveland, 1 p.m. Carolina at N.Y. Giants, 1 p.m. Philadelphia at Washington, 1 p.m. San Francisco at St. Louis, 1 p.m. Pittsburgh at Tennessee, 1 p.m. Houston at Oakland, 4:05 p.m. Buffalo at Denver, 4:05 p.m. N.Y. Jets at Seattle, 4:05 p.m. San Diego at Tampa Bay, 8:15 p.m. Monday, Dec. 22 Green Bay at Chicago, 8:30 p.m. Week 17 Sunday, Dec. 28 Jacksonville at Baltimore, 1 p.m. New England at Buffalo, 1 p.m. Kansas City at Cincinnati, 1 p.m. Detroit at Green Bay, 1 p.m. Chicago at Houston, 1 p.m. Tennessee at Indianapolis, 1 p.m. St. Louis at Atlanta, 1 p.m. N.Y. Giants at Minnesota, 1 p.m. Oakland at Tampa Bay, 1 p.m. Carolina at New Orleans, 1 p.m. Miami at N.Y. Jets, 1 p.m. Dallas at Philadelphia, 1 p.m. Cleveland at Pittsburgh, 1 p.m. Seattle at Arizona, 4:15 p.m. Denver at San Diego, 4:15 p.m. Washington at San Francisco, 4:15 p.m. Bye Weeks Weeks 1-3: None. Week 4: Detroit, Indianapolis, Miami, New England, NY Giants, Week 5: Cleveland, NY Jets, Oakland, St. Louis Week 6: Buffalo, Kansas City, Pittsburgh, Tennessee Week 7: Arizona, Atlanta, Jacksonville, Philadelphia Week 8: Chicago, Cincinnati, Denver, Green Bay, Houston, Week 9: Carolina, New Orleans, San Diego, San Francisco Week 10: Baltimore, Dallas, Tampa Bay, Washington Weeks 11-17: None. Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 10 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT SCHEDULE POWER POLL (EASIEST TO TOUGHEST) By Bill Bender Fantasy Source You've seen those "Get your story straight" ads on the NFL Network. You know, the ones in which people make no-duh statements that turn out to be ridiculous. Well, after consulting with Vinnie Iyer, looking at the offseason moves, the fantasy points allowed, the home and dome games, the coldweather possibilities and the number of games against 10-win teams from '07, here are my first two no-duh statements in regards to the 2008 NFL fantasy schedule. 1. Tampa Bay has it made. 2. Cincinnati is in for a long season. Now watch as Carson Palmer throws for 60 TDs and Tampa Bay fails to score through Week 5. OK, I guarantee neither one of those things will happen. Power Rank 1 2 3(T) 3(T) 5 6 7 8 9(T) 9(T) 11 Team Tampa Bay San Francisco Philadelphia N.Y. Jets Oakland New England Buffalo Minnesota St. Louis Miami Washington Points 233 237 239 239 240 247 248 250 253 253 259 Dome+ 3 2 0 0 1 0 1 10 9 1 1 Cold* 0 1 4 2 0 3 3 2 0 3 3 Tough# 4 5 7 5 3 4 6 6 5 4 7 Comments Sure, it's easy, but will it matter to this Jurassic offense? Will make the transition to Mike Martz's offense smoother. After stretch vs. DAL, PIT and CHI (Weeks 2-4), schedule opens up. Jets only have one home game against a team with a winning record in ’07. Raiders could surprise until Weeks 1416 (at SD, NE, HOU). Another 16-0? Trips to IND, SD and SEA are the speed bumps. Get excited about that Week 14 trip to Toronto (vs. MIA). Vikes have 10 dome games, no winter trips to CHI and GB. Rams could struggle early, but schedule is much kinder after Week 8. After visit from NE in Week 12, four of last five games on road. Stretch from Weeks 9-13 (PIT, bye, DAL, at SEA, NYG) is unforgiving. For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 11 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT 12 13 14 15(T) 15(T) 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24(T) 24(T) 24(T) 27 28 29(T) 29(T) 31 32 Arizona San Diego New Orleans Seattle Green Bay Kansas City Atlanta Jacksonville N.Y. Giants Denver Chicago Tennessee Indianapolis Dallas Carolina Baltimore Pittsburgh Detroit Cleveland Houston Cincinnati 260 262 263 266 266 267 269 270 271 273 274 275 285 285 285 289 291 297 297 303 314 1 1 10 1 3 1 10 1 2 1 4 1 1 1 3 0 0 10 0 1 0 1 1 1 2 3 2 0 2 2 2 3 0 1 2 2 3 3 0 3 1 3 5 3 2 4 5 4 2 7 5 5 5 7 9 6 3 9 9 4 7 9 9 Why sell on Cards after Week 10? They face SEA twice, NE and NYG. First five games are against teams with losing records in '07. Extra dome game (at DET) adds to Reggie Bush's and Drew Brees' appeal. Mike Holmgren's farewell tour hits a snag in Weeks 13-14 (at DAL, NE). Aaron Rodgers goes to SEA and TB and faces IND and DAL -- before Week 8. After a nasty opener (at NE), Chiefs next tough roadie isn't until Week 10 (at SD) Every road game is completely losable. Welcome to the league, Matt Ryan. Fantasy playoffs (at CHI, GB, IND) is as rough as it gets. A Super Bowl winner with a second-place schedule. Makes perfect sense. Will John Elway commemorate "The Drive" on a Week 10 trip to CLE? Road schedule isn't daunting considering Lovie is 4-0 at GB. Adding AFC North slate won't increase Vince Young's value. Will Peyton Manning ever let Lucas Oil Stadium's retractable roof stay open? Cowboys have schedule to make last season at Texas Stadium memorable. Three division champs (GB, TB, SD) and Super Bowl champs are road games. Outside of division, Ravens travel to NYG, DAL and IND. Fair or unfair? A first-place AFC North schedule is cruel and unusual punishment. Four of last six games are at home, but the roadies (IND, GB) are ridiculous. Browns have the hardest sked of any returning 10-win team. Texans would be a great team -- in the AFC West. Trips to NYG, IND and DAL will keep the "Who dey?" cat-calls to a minimum. + Houston's Reliant Stadium, Arizona's University of Phoenix Stadium and Indianapolis' Lucas Oil Stadium, all of which have retractable roofs, are not considered domes. * Games with potential for windy or wintry conditions. # Games against teams that had 10 or more wins in '07. Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 12 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT DRAFT TRACKER Owner: Pos. Player Owner: Pos. Player Owner: Pos. Player QB RB RB WR WR WR TE K DEF QB RB RB WR WR WR TE K DEF QB RB RB WR WR WR TE K DEF Team bye weeks: Arizona: 7 Atlanta: 7 Baltimore: 10 Buffalo: 6 Carolina: 9 Chicago: 8 Cincinnati: 8 Cleveland: 5 Dallas: 10 Denver: 8 Detroit: 4 Green Bay: 8 Houston: 8 Indianapolis: 4 Jacksonville: 7 Kansas City: 6 Miami: 4 Minnesota: 8 New England: 4 New Orleans: 9 New York Giants: 4 New York Jets: 5 Oakland: 5 Philadelphia: 7 Pittsburgh: 6 St. Louis: 5 San Diego: 9 San Francisco: 9 Seattle: 4 Tampa Bay: 10 Tennessee: 6 Washington: 10 This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 13 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT MOCK DRAFT A mock draft of Sporting News and other experts was conducted August 19, 2008. It was a 17-round, snake-style draft for a league that starts one QB, two RBs, three WRs, one TE, one K and one team defense/special teams (D/ST), with eight bench spots (any positions). The scoring system is combined yardage and TDs format. It is a single-season league (no keepers). MOCK DRAFT RESULTS Pick 1-1 1-2 1-3 1-4 1-5 1-6 1-7 1-8 1-9 1-10 1-11 1-12 Player Tomlinson, LaDainian Peterson, Adrian Brady, Tom Addai, Joseph Westbrook, Brian Lynch, Marshawn Moss, Randy Jackson, Steven Romo, Tony Johnson, Larry Portis, Clinton Gore, Frank Pos. Expert RB RB QB RB RB RB WR RB QB RB RB RB George Winkler Vinnie Iyer Brad Pinkerton Chris Littmann Jeff Gerttula Shawn Schrager Matt Schauf Matt Lutovsky Ladd Biro Roger Kuznia David Berger Bill Bender Pick 2-13 2-14 2-15 2-16 2-17 2-18 2-19 2-20 2-21 2-22 2-23 2-24 Player Owens, Terrell Manning, Peyton Edwards, Braylon Barber, Marion Wayne, Reggie Jones-Drew, Maurice McGahee, Willis Fitzgerald, Larry Brees, Drew Grant, Ryan Colston, Marques Johnson, Andre Pos. Expert WR QB WR RB WR RB RB WR QB RB WR WR Bill Bender David Berger Roger Kuznia Ladd Biro Matt Lutovsky Matt Schauf Shawn Schrager Jeff Gerttula Chris Littmann Brad Pinkerton Vinnie Iyer George Winkler Pick 3-25 3-26 3-27 3-28 3-29 3-30 3-31 3-32 3-33 3-34 3-35 3-36 Player Houshmandzadeh, T.J. Burress, Plaxico Parker, Willie Johnson, Chad Gates, Antonio Holt, Torry Palmer, Carson Jacobs, Brandon Witten, Jason Maroney, Laurence Jones, Thomas Lewis, Jamal Pos. Expert WR WR RB WR TE WR QB RB TE RB RB RB George Winkler Vinnie Iyer Brad Pinkerton Chris Littmann Jeff Gerttula Shawn Schrager Matt Schauf Matt Lutovsky Ladd Biro Roger Kuznia David Berger Bill Bender Pick 4-37 4-38 4-39 4-40 4-41 4-42 4-43 4-44 4-45 4-46 4-47 4-48 Player Johnson, Calvin Jennings, Greg Harrison, Marvin Holmes, Santonio Boldin, Anquan Smith, Steve Marshall, Brandon Welker, Wes James, Edgerrin Williams, Roy Roethlisberger, Ben Winslow, Kellen Pos. Expert WR WR WR WR WR WR WR WR RB WR QB TE Bill Bender David Berger Roger Kuznia Ladd Biro Matt Lutovsky Matt Schauf Shawn Schrager Jeff Gerttula Chris Littmann Brad Pinkerton Vinnie Iyer George Winkler Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 14 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT MOCK DRAFT Pick 5-49 5-50 5-51 5-52 5-53 5-54 5-55 5-56 5-57 5-58 5-59 5-60 Player McFadden, Darren Turner, Michael Gonzalez, Tony Cooley, Chris Graham, Earnest McNabb, Donovan Young, Selvin White, LenDale Bush, Reggie Chambers, Chris Driver, Donald Shockey, Jeremy Pos. Expert RB RB TE TE RB QB RB RB RB WR WR TE George Winkler Vinnie Iyer Brad Pinkerton Chris Littmann Jeff Gerttula Shawn Schrager Matt Schauf Matt Lutovsky Ladd Biro Roger Kuznia David Berger Bill Bender Pick 6-61 6-62 6-63 6-64 6-65 6-66 6-67 6-68 6-69 6-70 6-71 6-72 Player Cotchery, Jerricho Williams, Reggie Taylor, Fred Bowe, Dwayne White, Roddy Smith, Kevin Evans, Lee Curtis, Kevin Ward, Hines Burleson, Nate Taylor, Chester Forte, Matt Pos. Expert WR WR RB WR WR RB WR WR WR WR RB RB Bill Bender David Berger Roger Kuznia Ladd Biro Matt Lutovsky Matt Schauf Shawn Schrager Jeff Gerttula Chris Littmann Brad Pinkerton Vinnie Iyer George Winkler Pick 7-73 7-74 7-75 7-76 7-77 7-78 7-79 7-80 7-81 7-82 7-83 7-84 Player Hasselbeck, Matt Williams, Ricky Coles, Laveranues Jones, Felix Manning, Eli Stewart, Jonathan Jackson, Vincent Anderson, Derek Johnson, Rudi Cutler, Jay Crayton, Patrick Rodgers, Aaron Pos. Expert QB RB WR RB QB RB WR QB RB QB WR QB George Winkler Vinnie Iyer Brad Pinkerton Chris Littmann Jeff Gerttula Shawn Schrager Matt Schauf Matt Lutovsky Ladd Biro Roger Kuznia David Berger Bill Bender Pick 8-85 8-86 8-87 8-88 8-89 8-90 8-91 8-92 8-93 8-94 8-95 8-96 Player Jones, Julius Brown, Ronnie Clark, Dallas Galloway, Joey Daniels, Owen Crumpler, Alge Miller, Heath Moss, Santana Gonzalez, Anthony Mendenhall, Rashard Berrian, Bernard Favre, Brett Pos. Expert RB RB TE WR TE TE TE WR WR RB WR QB Bill Bender David Berger Roger Kuznia Ladd Biro Matt Lutovsky Matt Schauf Shawn Schrager Jeff Gerttula Chris Littmann Brad Pinkerton Vinnie Iyer George Winkler Pick 9-97 9-98 9-99 9-100 9-101 9-102 9-103 9-104 9-105 9-106 9-107 9-108 Player Fargas, Justin Davis, Vernon Johnson, Chris Brown, Reggie Williams, DeAngelo Garrard, David Minnesota Delhomme, Jake Bulger, Marc Jackson, Brandon Rivers, Philip Leinart, Matt Pos. Expert RB TE RB WR RB QB D/ST QB QB RB QB QB George Winkler Vinnie Iyer Brad Pinkerton Chris Littmann Jeff Gerttula Shawn Schrager Matt Schauf Matt Lutovsky Ladd Biro Roger Kuznia David Berger Bill Bender Pick 10-109 10-110 10-111 10-112 10-113 10-114 10-115 10-116 10-117 10-118 10-119 10-120 Player San, Diego Heap, Todd Schaub, Matt Ginn Jr., Ted Johnson, Bryant Morris, Maurice Chicago Brown, Chris Kitna, Jon Rice, Ray Perry, Chris Mason, Derrick Pos. Expert D/ST TE QB WR WR RB D/ST RB QB RB RB WR Bill Bender David Berger Roger Kuznia Ladd Biro Matt Lutovsky Matt Schauf Shawn Schrager Jeff Gerttula Chris Littmann Brad Pinkerton Vinnie Iyer George Winkler For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 15 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT MOCK DRAFT Pick 11-121 11-122 11-123 11-124 11-125 11-126 11-127 11-128 11-129 11-130 11-131 11-132 Player Scheffler, Tony Campbell, Jason Dallas New England Indianapolis Engram, Bobby Hackett, D.J. Gaffney, Jabar Jacksonville Charles, Jamaal Seattle Bradshaw, Ahmad Pos. Expert TE QB D/ST D/ST D/ST WR WR WR D/ST RB D/ST RB George Winkler Vinnie Iyer Brad Pinkerton Chris Littmann Jeff Gerttula Shawn Schrager Matt Schauf Matt Lutovsky Ladd Biro Roger Kuznia David Berger Bill Bender Pick 12-133 12-134 12-135 12-136 12-137 12-138 12-139 12-140 12-141 12-142 12-143 12-144 Player Foster, DeShaun Green, Ahman Rice, Sidney Porter, Jerry Green Bay Norwood, Jerious Walker, Javon Young, Vince Rhodes, Dominic Stallworth, Donte' New York Giants McAllister, Deuce Pos. Expert RB RB WR WR D/ST RB WR QB RB WR D/ST RB Bill Bender David Berger Roger Kuznia Ladd Biro Matt Lutovsky Matt Schauf Shawn Schrager Jeff Gerttula Chris Littmann Brad Pinkerton Vinnie Iyer George Winkler Pick 13-145 13-146 13-147 13-148 13-149 13-150 13-151 13-152 13-153 13-154 13-155 13-156 Player Curry, Ronald Meachem, Robert Hardy, James Henry, Chris Watson, Kenny Toomer, Amani Hester, Devin Jordan, LaMont Betts, Ladell Jackson, Darrell Smith, Steve Gage, Justin Pos. Expert WR WR WR WR RB WR WR RB RB WR WR WR George Winkler Vinnie Iyer Brad Pinkerton Chris Littmann Jeff Gerttula Shawn Schrager Matt Schauf Matt Lutovsky Ladd Biro Roger Kuznia David Berger Bill Bender Pick 14-157 14-158 14-159 14-160 14-161 14-162 14-163 14-164 14-165 14-166 14-167 14-168 Player Jackson, DeSean Stokley, Brandon Walter, Kevin Thomas, Pierre Bell, Tatum Branch, Deion Garcia, Jeff Muhammad, Muhsin Jackson, Fred Hightower, Tim Morgan, Josh Patten, David Pos. Expert WR WR WR RB RB WR QB WR RB RB WR WR Bill Bender David Berger Roger Kuznia Ladd Biro Matt Lutovsky Matt Schauf Shawn Schrager Jeff Gerttula Chris Littmann Brad Pinkerton Vinnie Iyer George Winkler Pick 15-169 15-170 15-171 15-172 15-173 15-174 15-175 15-176 15-177 15-178 15-179 15-180 Player Hester, Jacob Olsen, Greg Warner, Kurt Pittman, Antonio Watson, Ben Folk, Nicholas Edwards, Trent Bruce, Isaac Miller, Zach Slaton, Steve Leonard, Brian Russell, JaMarcus Pos. Expert RB TE QB RB TE K QB WR TE RB RB QB George Winkler Vinnie Iyer Brad Pinkerton Chris Littmann Jeff Gerttula Shawn Schrager Matt Schauf Matt Lutovsky Ladd Biro Roger Kuznia David Berger Bill Bender Pick 16-181 16-182 16-183 16-184 16-185 16-186 16-187 16-188 16-189 16-190 16-191 16-192 Player Utecht, Ben Gostkowski, Stephen Pittsburgh Kaeding, Nate Bironas, Rob Pittman, Michael Dunn, Warrick Brown, Kris Lee, Donald Graham, Shayne Ward, Derrick Vinatieri, Adam Pos. Expert TE K D/ST K K RB RB K TE K RB K Bill Bender David Berger Roger Kuznia Ladd Biro Matt Lutovsky Matt Schauf Shawn Schrager Jeff Gerttula Chris Littmann Brad Pinkerton Vinnie Iyer George Winkler Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 16 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT MOCK DRAFT Pick 17-193 17-194 17-195 17-196 17-197 17-198 17-199 17-200 17-201 17-202 17-203 17-204 Player Philadelphia Scobee, Josh McMichael, Randy Crosby, Mason Booker, Lorenzo Smith, L.J. Morris, Sammy Tennessee Royal, Eddie Dawson, Phil Bennett, Drew Reed, Jeff Pos. Expert D/ST K TE K RB TE RB D/ST WR K WR K George Winkler Vinnie Iyer Brad Pinkerton Chris Littmann Jeff Gerttula Shawn Schrager Matt Schauf Matt Lutovsky Ladd Biro Roger Kuznia David Berger Bill Bender The experts, in the order in which they picked: 1. George Winkler, senior editor Fantasy Source 2. Vinnie Iyer, staff writer Sporting News 3. Brad Pinkerton, associate editor Fantasy Source 4. Chris Littmann, associate editor Sporting News 5. Jeff Gerttula, vice president and general manager, Sporting News online 6. Shawn Schrager, director of programming and product development, Sporting News online 7. Matt Schauf, contributing writer Sporting News 8. Matt Lutovsky, associate editor Fantasy Source 9. Ladd Biro is a contributing columnist for Fantasy Source. 10. Roger Kuznia, associate editor Fantasy Source 11. David Berger, director of premium products Sporting News 12. Bill Bender, associate editor Fantasy Source This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 17 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT       DRAFT AND TRADE FOOTBALL: PLATINUM  • • • • •   • •   • • Play for $125 in league prizes  Free Live Scoring and Customizable League Options    ULTIMATE SALARY CAP FOOTBALL  Play for $98,750 in prizes  Grand Prize of $10,000  Free Fantasy Source for one month    DRAFT AND TRADE FOOTBALL: FREE  Free Live Scoring and Live Draft  Free Customizable League Options    SALARY CAP CHALLENGE FOOTBALL  Compete for over $45,000 in prizes  $10,000 Grand Prize  COLLEGE FOOTBALL CHALLENGE  • • •   Show your School Spirit   Play for over $9,000 in prizes  $1,500 Grand Prize    PLAY THESE GREAT FANTASY FOOTBALL GAMES AT  OLDSCHOOL.SPORTINGNEWS.COM  This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 18 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT ULTIMATE SALARY CAP PLAYER VALUES Overall Top 200 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. 59. 60. 61. 62. 63. 64. 65. 66. LaDainian Tomlinson, RB - SD Tom Brady, QB - NE Peyton Manning, QB - IND Adrian Peterson, RB - MIN Steven Jackson, RB - STL Brian Westbrook, RB - PHI Tony Romo, QB - DAL Drew Brees, QB - NO Randy Moss, WR - NE Joseph Addai, RB - IND Carson Palmer, QB - CIN Terrell Owens, WR - DAL Frank Gore, RB - SF Marshawn Lynch, RB - BUF Clinton Portis, RB - WAS Ben Roethlisberger, QB - PIT Marion Barber, RB - DAL Marc Bulger, QB - STL Ryan Grant, RB - GB Willis McGahee, RB - BAL Donovan McNabb, QB - PHI Reggie Wayne, WR - IND Braylon Edwards, WR - CLE Derek Anderson, QB - CLE Larry Fitzgerald, WR - ARI Maurice Jones-Drew, RB - JAC Andre Johnson, WR - HOU Larry Johnson, RB - KC Matt Hasselbeck, QB - SEA Eli Manning, QB - NYG Marques Colston, WR - NO Brandon Jacobs, RB - NYG Chad Johnson, WR - CIN Ronnie Brown, RB - MIA Philip Rivers, QB - SD Steve Smith, WR - CAR Reggie Bush, RB - NO Jamal Lewis, RB - CLE T.J. Houshmandzadeh, WR - CIN Laurence Maroney, RB - NE Michael Turner, RB - ATL David Garrard, QB - JAC Plaxico Burress, WR - NYG Jay Cutler, QB - DEN Anquan Boldin, WR - ARI Vince Young, QB - TEN Brandon Marshall, WR - DEN Willie Parker, RB - PIT Edgerrin James, RB - ARI Torry Holt, WR - STL LenDale White, RB - TEN Wes Welker, WR - NE Roy Williams, WR - DET Thomas Jones, RB - NYJ Santonio Holmes, WR - PIT Jake Delhomme, QB - CAR Fred Taylor, RB - JAC Earnest Graham, RB - TB Antonio Gates, TE - SD Julius Jones, RB - SEA Calvin Johnson, WR - DET Jon Kitna, QB - DET Selvin Young, RB - DEN Nate Burleson, WR - SEA Matt Schaub, QB - HOU Marvin Harrison, WR - IND 2007 SN Points 5175 7222 5059 4153 2954 5221 5434 4877 4562 3874 4362 3782 3407 3097 3906 4712 3322 1954 2697 3307 4032 3701 3608 4464 3483 3497 2257 1743 4639 3235 3215 2592 3595 2380 3227 2699 2451 3734 3213 2290 766 3580 2910 4017 2371 2868 3343 2989 3320 2959 2683 3726 2061 2848 2522 1049 2793 3147 2658 1748 2012 3712 2031 3702 2151 594 2008 SN Dollars $11.25M $10.5M $10.21M $10.0M $9.85M $9.00M $9.00M $8.50M $8.20M $8.20M $8.10M $7.90M $7.80M $7.60M $7.55M $7.50M $7.38M $7.25M $7.15M $7.10M $7.00M $6.92M $6.90M $6.85M $6.83M $6.82M $6.80M $6.75M $6.75M $6.70M $6.70M $6.67M $6.65M $6.62M $6.60M $6.56M $6.55M $6.50M $6.45M $6.45M $6.35M $6.35M $6.25M $6.25M $6.20M $6.10M $6.00M $6.00M $5.95M $5.93M $5.88M $5.85M $5.80M $5.80M $5.75M $5.75M $5.75M $5.68M $5.55M $5.52M $5.52M $5.50M $5.50M $5.40M $5.35M $5.30M 67. 68. 69. 70. 71. 72. 73. 74. 75. 76. 77. 78. 79. 80. 81. 82. 83. 84. 85. 86. 87. 88. 89. 90. 91. 92. 93. 94. 95. 96. 97. 98. 99. 100. 101. 102. 103. 104. 105. 106. 107. 108. 109. 110. 111. 112. 113. 114. 115. 116. 117. 118. 119. 120. 121. 122. 123. 124. 125. 126. 127. 128. 129. 130. 131. 132. 133. 134. Rudi Johnson, RB - CIN Jason Campbell, QB - WAS Chester Taylor, RB - MIN Jason Witten, TE - DAL Jerricho Cotchery, WR - NYJ Justin Fargas, RB - OAK Matt Leinart, QB - ARI Aaron Rodgers, QB - GB Tarvaris Jackson, QB - MIN Lee Evans, WR - BUF Trent Edwards, QB - BUF Greg Jennings, WR - GB Brodie Croyle, QB - KC Kyle Boller, QB - BAL Kellen Clemens, QB - NYJ Chris Redman, QB - ATL John Beck, QB - MIA JaMarcus Russell, QB - OAK Kurt Warner, QB - ARI Jeff Garcia, QB - TB Alex Smith, QB - SF Kyle Orton, QB - CHI Laveranues Coles, WR - NYJ Kellen Winslow, TE - CLE DeAngelo Williams, RB - CAR Dwayne Bowe, WR - KC Chad Pennington, QB - MIA Ahman Green, RB - HOU Tatum Bell, RB - DET Rex Grossman, QB - CHI Donald Driver, WR - GB Joey Galloway, WR - TB Hines Ward, WR - PIT Santana Moss, WR - WAS Sage Rosenfels, QB - HOU Shaun Hill, QB - SF Tony Gonzalez, TE - KC Brady Quinn, QB - CLE Josh McCown, QB - CAR Chris Chambers, WR - SD Todd Collins, QB - WAS J.P. Losman, QB - BUF Kerry Collins, QB - TEN Brian Griese, QB - TB Trent Green, QB - STL Kevin Curtis, WR - PHI Jerry Porter, WR - JAC Jerious Norwood, RB - ATL Gus Frerotte, QB - MIN Brad Johnson, QB - DAL Andrew Walter, QB - OAK Chris Cooley, TE - WAS Damon Huard, QB - KC A.J. Feeley, QB - PHI Kevin Kolb, QB - PHI Charlie Batch, QB - PIT DeShaun Foster, RB - SF Ahmad Bradshaw, RB - NYG Chris Brown, RB - HOU Seneca Wallace, QB - SEA Roddy White, WR - ATL Ladell Betts, RB - WAS Leon Washington, RB - NYJ Kenny Watson, RB - CIN Warrick Dunn, RB - TB Kolby Smith, RB - KC Michael Pittman, RB - DEN Brandon Jackson, RB - GB 1410 2701 2546 2857 2591 2635 567 320 2270 2108 1552 2666 1024 1617 1376 1321 269 191 3752 3006 609 512 1762 2651 2186 2430 1942 914 533 1049 2382 2532 2068 1856 1919 704 2842 35 1269 2336 1024 1176 416 1672 924 2854 1858 2693 729 61 32 2204 1943 579 -49 165 2181 966 1473 359 2836 1193 2717 2708 2140 1274 961 886 $5.30M $5.25M $5.25M $5.25M $5.25M $5.20M $5.20M $5.20M $5.15M $5.15M $5.10M $5.10M $5.10M $5.00M $5.00M $5.00M $5.00M $5.00M $5.00M $5.00M $5.00M $5.00M $4.90M $4.87M $4.85M $4.85M $4.85M $4.80M $4.75M $4.65M $4.65M $4.60M $4.57M $4.53M $4.50M $4.50M $4.50M $4.50M $4.50M $4.50M $4.50M $4.50M $4.50M $4.50M $4.50M $4.42M $4.40M $4.35M $4.25M $4.25M $4.25M $4.25M $4.25M $4.25M $4.25M $4.25M $4.20M $4.15M $4.10M $4.10M $4.10M $4.10M $4.00M $4.00M $4.00M $4.00M $4.00M $4.00M 19 of 178 Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT ULTIMATE SALARY CAP PLAYER VALUES 135. 136. 137. 138. 139. 140. 141. 142. 143. 144. 145. 146. 147. 148. 149. 150. 151. 152. 153. 154. 155. 156. 157. 158. 159. 160. 161. 162. 163. 164. 165. 166. 167. 168. 169. 170. 171. 172. 173. 174. 175. 176. 177. 178. 179. 180. 181. 182. 183. 184. 185. 186. 187. 188. 189. 190. 191. 192. 193. 194. 195. 196. 197. 198. 199. 200. Troy Smith, QB - BAL Joey Harrington, QB - ATL Carnell Williams, RB - TB Ricky Williams, RB - MIA Bruce Gradkowski, QB - STL Matt Moore, QB - CAR Brett Basanez, QB - CAR Ryan Fitzpatrick, QB - CIN Patrick Ramsey, QB - DEN Dan Orlovsky, QB - DET Drew Stanton, QB - DET Jim Sorgi, QB - IND Mark Brunell, QB - NO David Carr, QB - NYG Jared Lorenzen, QB - IND Anthony Wright, QB - NYG Marques Tuiasosopo, QB - OAK Billy Volek, QB - SD Charlie Frye, QB - SEA Cleo Lemon, QB - JAC Tyler Thigpen, QB - KC Brooks Bollinger, QB - MIN J.T. O'Sullivan, QB - SF Drew Olson, QB - SF Luke McCown, QB - TB Chris Simms, QB - TB Matt Cassel, QB - NE Daunte Culpepper, QB - OAK Darrell Jackson, WR - DEN Deuce McAllister, RB - NO Dallas Clark, TE - IND Tim Rattay, QB - ARI Jason Wright, RB - CLE Antonio Pittman, RB - STL Reggie Brown, WR - PHI Vincent Jackson, WR - SD Sammy Morris, RB - NE Vernon Davis, TE - SF Owen Daniels, TE - HOU Marcel Shipp, RB - HOU Adrian Peterson, RB - CHI Bobby Engram, WR - SEA Byron Leftwich, QB - PIT Jake Plummer, QB - TB Kenton Keith, RB - IND Jesse Chatman, RB - NYJ Dominic Rhodes, RB - IND Ronald Curry, WR - OAK Todd Heap, TE - BAL Patrick Crayton, WR - DAL Javon Walker, WR - OAK Jeremy Shockey, TE - NO Anthony Gonzalez, WR - IND Bernard Berrian, WR - MIN Deion Branch, WR - SEA Devin Hester, WR - CHI Heath Miller, TE - PIT Fred Jackson, RB - BUF Darius Walker, RB - HOU Maurice Morris, RB - SEA Chris Henry, RB - TEN Vinny Testaverde, QB - CAR Brian Calhoun, RB - DET Reggie Williams, WR - JAC Alge Crumpler, TE - TEN Donte' Stallworth, WR - CLE 578 2085 546 -15 103 599 0 0 206 0 0 148 0 582 24 -2 0 -112 -21 1900 -12 383 27 0 1228 0 71 1375 1266 177 2066 195 1102 314 1994 1508 1030 1317 1707 200 2108 2799 121 0 1491 1432 933 1824 584 2267 620 1544 1406 2299 1660 2859 1646 1040 796 1983 618 825 271 1860 1272 1690 $4.00M $4.00M $4.00M $4.00M $4.00M $4.00M $4.00M $4.00M $4.00M $4.00M $4.00M $4.00M $4.00M $4.00M $4.00M $4.00M $4.00M $4.00M $4.00M $4.00M $4.00M $4.00M $4.00M $4.00M $4.00M $4.00M $4.00M $4.00M $3.85M $3.85M $3.85M $3.75M $3.75M $3.75M $3.75M $3.68M $3.60M $3.60M $3.57M $3.50M $3.50M $3.50M $3.50M $3.50M $3.50M $3.50M $3.50M $3.45M $3.45M $3.36M $3.30M $3.30M $3.25M $3.20M $3.20M $3.10M $3.00M $3.00M $3.00M $3.00M $3.00M $3.00M $3.00M $3.00M $2.85M $2.85M 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. Tom Brady - NE Peyton Manning - IND Tony Romo - DAL Drew Brees - NO Carson Palmer - CIN Ben Roethlisberger - PIT Marc Bulger - STL Donovan McNabb - PHI Derek Anderson - CLE Matt Hasselbeck - SEA Eli Manning - NYG Philip Rivers - SD David Garrard - JAC Jay Cutler - DEN Vince Young - TEN Jake Delhomme - CAR Jon Kitna - DET Matt Schaub - HOU Jason Campbell - WAS Matt Leinart - ARI Aaron Rodgers - GB Tarvaris Jackson - MIN Trent Edwards - BUF Brodie Croyle - KC Kyle Boller - BAL Kellen Clemens - NYJ Chris Redman - ATL John Beck - MIA JaMarcus Russell - OAK Kurt Warner - ARI Jeff Garcia - TB Alex Smith - SF Kyle Orton - CHI Chad Pennington - MIA Rex Grossman - CHI LaDainian Tomlinson - SD Adrian Peterson - MIN Steven Jackson - STL Brian Westbrook - PHI Joseph Addai - IND Frank Gore - SF Marshawn Lynch - BUF Clinton Portis - WAS Marion Barber - DAL Ryan Grant - GB Willis McGahee - BAL Maurice Jones-Drew - JAC Larry Johnson - KC Brandon Jacobs - NYG Ronnie Brown - MIA Reggie Bush - NO Jamal Lewis - CLE Laurence Maroney - NE Michael Turner - ATL Willie Parker - PIT Edgerrin James - ARI LenDale White - TEN Thomas Jones - NYJ Fred Taylor - JAC Earnest Graham - TB Julius Jones - SEA Selvin Young - DEN Rudi Johnson - CIN Chester Taylor - MIN Justin Fargas - OAK DeAngelo Williams - CAR 7222 5059 5434 4877 4362 4712 1954 4032 4464 4639 3235 3227 3580 4017 2868 1049 3712 2151 2701 567 320 2270 1552 1024 1617 1376 1321 269 191 3752 3006 609 512 1942 1049 $10.5M $10.21M $9.00M $8.50M $8.10M $7.50M $7.25M $7.00M $6.85M $6.75M $6.70M $6.60M $6.35M $6.25M $6.10M $5.75M $5.50M $5.35M $5.25M $5.20M $5.20M $5.15M $5.10M $5.10M $5.00M $5.00M $5.00M $5.00M $5.00M $5.00M $5.00M $5.00M $5.00M $4.85M $4.65M Running Backs 2007 SN Points 5175 4153 2954 5221 3874 3407 3097 3906 3322 2697 3307 3497 1743 2592 2380 2451 3734 2290 766 2989 3320 2683 2848 2793 3147 1748 2031 1410 2546 2635 2186 2008 SN Dollars $11.25M $10.0M $9.85M $9.00M $8.20M $7.80M $7.60M $7.55M $7.38M $7.15M $7.10M $6.82M $6.75M $6.67M $6.62M $6.55M $6.50M $6.45M $6.35M $6.00M $5.95M $5.88M $5.80M $5.75M $5.68M $5.52M $5.50M $5.30M $5.25M $5.20M $4.85M 20 of 178 Quarterbacks 2007 SN Points 2008 SN Dollars For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT ULTIMATE SALARY CAP PLAYER VALUES 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. Ahman Green - HOU Tatum Bell - DET Jerious Norwood - ATL DeShaun Foster - SF Ahmad Bradshaw - NYG Chris Brown - HOU Ladell Betts - WAS Leon Washington - NYJ Kenny Watson - CIN Randy Moss - NE Terrell Owens - DAL Reggie Wayne - IND Braylon Edwards - CLE Larry Fitzgerald - ARI Andre Johnson - HOU Marques Colston - NO Chad Johnson - CIN Steve Smith - CAR T.J. Houshmandzadeh - CIN Plaxico Burress - NYG Anquan Boldin - ARI Brandon Marshall - DEN Torry Holt - STL Wes Welker - NE Roy Williams - DET Santonio Holmes - PIT Calvin Johnson - DET Nate Burleson - SEA Marvin Harrison - IND Jerricho Cotchery - NYJ Lee Evans - BUF Greg Jennings - GB Laveranues Coles - NYJ Dwayne Bowe - KC Donald Driver - GB Joey Galloway - TB Hines Ward - PIT Santana Moss - WAS Chris Chambers - SD Kevin Curtis - PHI Jerry Porter - JAC Roddy White - ATL Darrell Jackson - DEN Reggie Brown - PHI Vincent Jackson - SD Bobby Engram - SEA Ronald Curry - OAK Patrick Crayton - DAL Javon Walker - OAK Anthony Gonzalez - IND Bernard Berrian - MIN Deion Branch - SEA Devin Hester - CHI Reggie Williams - JAC Donte' Stallworth - CLE Marty Booker - CHI Isaac Bruce - SF Derrick Mason - BAL Ted Ginn Jr. - MIA Steve Smith - NYG Muhsin Muhammad - CAR Mike Furrey - DET Terry Glenn - DAL Sidney Rice - MIN Kevin Walter - HOU Devery Henderson - NO 914 533 2693 2181 966 1473 1193 2717 2708 $4.80M $4.75M $4.35M $4.20M $4.15M $4.10M $4.10M $4.00M $4.00M 58. 59. 60. 61. 62. 63. 64. 65. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. Mark Clayton - BAL David Patten - NO Antwaan Randle El - WAS Arnaz Battle - SF Joshua Cribbs - CLE Buster Davis - SD Chad Jackson - NE Michael Clayton - TB Antonio Gates - SD Jason Witten - DAL Kellen Winslow - CLE Tony Gonzalez - KC Chris Cooley - WAS Dallas Clark - IND Vernon Davis - SF Owen Daniels - HOU Todd Heap - BAL Jeremy Shockey - NO Heath Miller - PIT Alge Crumpler - TEN Tony Scheffler - DEN Benjamin Watson - NE L.J. Smith - PHI Donald Lee - GB Zach Miller - OAK Greg Olsen - CHI Desmond Clark - CHI Randy McMichael - STL Leonard Pope - ARI Delanie Walker - SF Marcedes Lewis - JAC Eric Johnson - NO Alex Smith - TB Jeff King - CAR Ben Utecht - CIN Visanthe Shiancoe - MIN Anthony Fasano - MIA Chris Baker - NYJ Billy Miller - NO Robert Royal - BUF Dante Rosario - CAR Daniel Graham - DEN Reggie Kelly - CIN Ben Hartsock - ATL Martrez Milner - ATL Dan Campbell - DET Ben Troupe - TB Jim Kleinsasser - MIN Rob Bironas - TEN Nick Folk - DAL Stephen Gostkowski - NE Shayne Graham - CIN Kris Brown - HOU Jason Hanson - DET Robbie Gould - CHI Nate Kaeding - SD Josh Scobee - JAC Adam Vinatieri - IND Shaun Suisham - WAS Phil Dawson - CLE Neil Rackers - ARI Josh Brown - STL Mason Crosby - GB Jeff Reed - PIT 1156 1817 2074 1623 2386 598 49 782 $1.75M $1.65M $1.60M $1.50M $1.50M $1.35M $1.25M $1.25M Wide Receivers 2007 SN Points 4562 3782 3701 3608 3483 2257 3215 3595 2699 3213 2910 2371 3343 2959 3726 2061 2522 2012 3702 594 2591 2108 2666 1762 2430 2382 2532 2068 1856 2336 2854 1858 2836 1266 1994 1508 2799 1824 2267 620 1406 2299 1660 2859 1860 1690 1232 1808 2635 2312 142 1400 1575 0 1188 2027 1078 2008 SN Dollars $8.20M $7.90M $6.92M $6.90M $6.83M $6.80M $6.70M $6.65M $6.56M $6.45M $6.25M $6.20M $6.00M $5.93M $5.85M $5.80M $5.75M $5.52M $5.40M $5.30M $5.25M $5.15M $5.10M $4.90M $4.85M $4.65M $4.60M $4.57M $4.53M $4.50M $4.42M $4.40M $4.10M $3.85M $3.75M $3.68M $3.50M $3.45M $3.36M $3.30M $3.25M $3.20M $3.20M $3.10M $3.00M $2.85M $2.75M $2.70M $2.20M $2.15M $2.00M $2.00M $2.00M $2.00M $1.85M $1.80M $1.75M Tight Ends 2007 SN Points 2658 2857 2651 2842 2204 2066 1317 1707 584 1544 1646 1272 1451 1232 531 1561 1066 1000 1418 1116 777 483 976 972 1014 985 805 705 374 1023 828 636 367 660 470 304 118 4 103 154 1960 1730 1610 1700 1710 1740 1778 1570 780 1280 1610 1560 1450 1830 1990 1440 2008 SN Dollars $5.55M $5.25M $4.87M $4.50M $4.25M $3.85M $3.60M $3.57M $3.45M $3.30M $3.00M $2.85M $2.76M $2.25M $2.00M $2.00M $1.94M $1.90M $1.80M $1.34M $1.00M $1.00M $0.99M $0.97M $0.95M $0.93M $0.90M $0.87M $0.85M $0.82M $0.80M $0.80M $0.79M $0.75M $0.75M $0.70M $0.70M $0.65M $0.65M $0.65M $2.20M $2.13M $1.95M $1.92M $1.86M $1.83M $1.77M $1.69M $1.66M $1.62M $1.60M $1.57M $1.55M $1.52M $1.50M $1.45M 21 of 178 Kickers 2007 SN Points 2008 SN Dollars Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT ULTIMATE SALARY CAP PLAYER VALUES 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. Matt Bryant - TB Lawrence Tynes - NYG John Kasay - CAR Matt Stover - BAL Jason Elam - ATL David Akers - PHI Rian Lindell - BUF Ryan Longwell - MIN Joe Nedney - SF Sebastian Janikowski - OAK Billy Cundiff - KC Mike Nugent - NYJ Martin Gramatica - NO Jay Feely - KC San Diego Chargers New England Patriots Chicago Bears Minnesota Vikings Dallas Cowboys Green Bay Packers Seattle Seahawks Tampa Bay Buccaneers Pittsburgh Steelers Indianapolis Colts New York Giants Jacksonville Jaguars Baltimore Ravens Tennessee Titans Philadelphia Eagles Arizona Cardinals Buffalo Bills Oakland Raiders Houston Texans New York Jets Washington Redskins New Orleans Saints San Francisco 49ers Detroit Lions Cleveland Browns Cincinnati Bengals Carolina Panthers Kansas City Chiefs Denver Broncos St. Louis Rams Miami Dolphins Atlanta Falcons 1550 1320 1400 1500 1630 1380 1360 1410 1020 1550 0 1470 360 1280 $1.43M $1.40M $1.37M $1.35M $1.30M $1.28M $1.25M $1.23M $1.23M $1.22M $1.20M $1.20M $1.15M $1.15M Team Defense 2007 SN Points 3990 3295 2330 2855 2625 2580 2995 3015 2545 3085 2475 2475 1325 2820 1995 1865 2075 1255 1540 1645 2210 1500 1510 1590 1470 1815 1845 2030 1570 1145 700 1325 2008 SN Dollars $6.20M $5.35M $5.20M $4.85M $3.83M $3.72M $3.70M $3.65M $3.60M $3.56M $3.45M $3.41M $3.25M $2.90M $2.70M $2.62M $2.51M $2.45M $2.42M $2.35M $2.22M $2.10M $1.84M $1.80M $1.76M $1.70M $1.68M $1.60M $1.58M $1.45M $1.20M $1.00M This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 22 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT PLAYER RANKINGS Top 200 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. 59. 60. 61. 62. 63. 64. 65. 66. 67. 68. Bye Week LaDainian Tomlinson, RB (SD) Adrian Peterson, RB (MIN) Tom Brady, QB (NE) Brian Westbrook, RB (PHI) Joseph Addai, RB (IND) Steven Jackson, RB (STL) Marshawn Lynch, RB (BUF) Randy Moss, WR (NE) Terrell Owens, WR (DAL) Larry Johnson, RB (KC) Frank Gore, RB (SF) Peyton Manning, QB (IND) Tony Romo, QB (DAL) Clinton Portis, RB (WAS) Marion Barber, RB (DAL) Reggie Wayne, WR (IND) Braylon Edwards, WR (CLE) Larry Fitzgerald, WR (ARI) Marques Colston, WR (NO) Drew Brees, QB (NO) Maurice Jones-Drew, RB (JAC) Willis McGahee, RB (BAL) Andre Johnson, WR (HOU) Willie Parker, RB (PIT) Ryan Grant, RB (GB) T.J. Houshmandzadeh, WR (CIN) Plaxico Burress, WR (NYG) Antonio Gates, TE (SD) Laurence Maroney, RB (NE) Brandon Jacobs, RB (NYG) Jason Witten, TE (DAL) Jamal Lewis, RB (CLE) Wes Welker, WR (NE) Torry Holt, WR (STL) Fred Taylor, RB (JAC) Carson Palmer, QB (CIN) Greg Jennings, WR (GB) Ben Roethlisberger, QB (PIT) Marvin Harrison, WR (IND) Roy Williams, WR (DET) Chad Johnson, WR (CIN) Edgerrin James, RB (ARI) Calvin Johnson, WR (DET) Anquan Boldin, WR (ARI) Steve Smith, WR (CAR) Santonio Holmes, WR (PIT) Kellen Winslow, TE (CLE) Thomas Jones, RB (NYJ) Earnest Graham, RB (TB) Donald Driver, WR (GB) Brandon Marshall, WR (DEN) LenDale White, RB (TEN) Reggie Bush, RB (NO) Darren McFadden, RB (OAK) Matt Hasselbeck, QB (SEA) Tony Gonzalez, TE (KC) Ricky Williams, RB (MIA) Michael Turner, RB (ATL) Roddy White, WR (ATL) Jeremy Shockey, TE (NO) Marc Bulger, QB (STL) Jerricho Cotchery, WR (NYJ) Dwayne Bowe, WR (KC) Selvin Young, RB (DEN) Chris Cooley, TE (WAS) Chris Perry, RB (CIN) Ronnie Brown, RB (MIA) Chris Chambers, WR (SD) 9 8 4 7 4 5 6 4 10 6 9 4 10 10 10 4 5 7 9 9 7 10 8 6 8 8 4 9 4 4 10 5 4 5 7 8 8 6 4 4 8 7 4 7 9 6 5 5 10 8 8 6 9 5 4 6 4 7 7 9 5 5 6 8 10 8 4 9 69. 70. 71. 72. 73. 74. 75. 76. 77. 78. 79. 80. 81. 82. 83. 84. 85. 86. 87. 88. 89. 90. 91. 92. 93. 94. 95. 96. 97. 98. 99. 100. 101. 102. 103. 104. 105. 106. 107. 108. 109. 110. 111. 112. 113. 114. 115. 116. 117. 118. 119. 120. 121. 122. 123. 124. 125. 126. 127. 128. 129. 130. 131. 132. 133. 134. 135. 136. 137. 138. Jay Cutler, QB (DEN) Eli Manning, QB (NYG) Nate Burleson, WR (SEA) Dallas Clark, TE (IND) Jonathan Stewart, RB (CAR) DeAngelo Williams, RB (CAR) Lee Evans, WR (BUF) Jake Delhomme, QB (CAR) Derek Anderson, QB (CLE) Julius Jones, RB (SEA) Donovan McNabb, QB (PHI) Justin Fargas, RB (OAK) Kevin Smith, RB (DET) Matt Forte, RB (CHI) Ray Rice, RB (BAL) Chester Taylor, RB (MIN) David Garrard, QB (JAC) Owen Daniels, TE (HOU) Brett Favre, QB (NYJ) Bernard Berrian, WR (MIN) Laveranues Coles, WR (NYJ) Reggie Brown, WR (PHI) Philip Rivers, QB (SD) Reggie Williams, WR (JAC) Joey Galloway, WR (TB) Hines Ward, WR (PIT) Aaron Rodgers, QB (GB) Kurt Warner, QB (ARI) Jon Kitna, QB (DET) Heath Miller, TE (PIT) Todd Heap, TE (BAL) Ahmad Bradshaw, RB (NYG) Minnesota Vikings Felix Jones, RB (DAL) Chris Johnson, RB (TEN) Santana Moss, WR (WAS) Chicago Bears Vincent Jackson, WR (SD) Derrick Mason, WR (BAL) Rashard Mendenhall, RB (PIT) Anthony Gonzalez, WR (IND) Jason Campbell, QB (WAS) New England Patriots Rudi Johnson, RB (CIN) Vince Young, QB (TEN) Amani Toomer, WR (NYG) Patrick Crayton, WR (DAL) Ted Ginn Jr., WR (MIA) Tony Scheffler, TE (DEN) Brandon Jackson, RB (GB) Vernon Davis, TE (SF) Alge Crumpler, TE (TEN) Dallas Cowboys San Diego Chargers Bryant Johnson, WR (SF) Kenny Watson, RB (CIN) Donte' Stallworth, WR (CLE) Jerious Norwood, RB (ATL) Jabar Gaffney, WR (NE) Ahman Green, RB (HOU) Steve Slaton, RB (HOU) Javon Walker, WR (OAK) Ronald Curry, WR (OAK) Jerry Porter, WR (JAC) Seattle Seahawks Lorenzo Booker, RB (PHI) Ladell Betts, RB (WAS) Tim Hightower, RB (ARI) Deuce McAllister, RB (NO) Justin Gage, WR (TEN) 8 4 4 4 9 9 6 9 5 4 7 5 4 8 10 8 7 8 5 8 5 7 9 7 10 6 8 7 4 6 10 4 8 10 6 10 8 9 10 6 4 10 4 8 6 4 10 4 8 8 9 6 10 9 9 8 5 7 4 8 8 5 5 7 4 7 10 7 9 6 139. 140. 141. 142. 143. 144. 145. 146. 147. 148. 149. 150. 151. 152. 153. 154. 155. 156. 157. 158. 159. 160. 161. 162. 163. 164. 165. 166. 167. 168. 169. 170. 171. 172. 173. 174. 175. 176. 177. 178. 179. 180. 181. 182. 183. 184. 185. 186. 187. 188. 189. 190. 191. 192. 193. 194. 195. 196. 197. 198. 199. 200. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Sidney Rice, WR (MIN) Maurice Morris, RB (SEA) Devin Hester, WR (CHI) Chris Brown, RB (HOU) Green Bay Packers Indianapolis Colts David Patten, WR (NO) Greg Olsen, TE (CHI) Jeff Garcia, QB (TB) Matt Schaub, QB (HOU) Steve Smith, WR (NYG) DeSean Jackson, WR (PHI) DeShaun Foster, RB (SF) D.J. Hackett, WR (CAR) Antwaan Randle El, WR (WAS) James Hardy, WR (BUF) Michael Pittman, RB (DEN) Warrick Dunn, RB (TB) Donald Lee, TE (GB) Darrell Jackson, WR (DEN) Bobby Engram, WR (SEA) Dominic Rhodes, RB (IND) Ben Utecht, TE (CIN) Kevin Curtis, WR (PHI) Trent Edwards, QB (BUF) J.T. O'Sullivan, QB (SF) JaMarcus Russell, QB (OAK) Drew Bennett, WR (STL) Josh Morgan, WR (SF) LaMont Jordan, RB (NE) Tatum Bell, RB (DET) Shaun McDonald, WR (DET) Stephen Gostkowski, K (NE) Fred Jackson, RB (BUF) Nick Folk, K (DAL) Benjamin Watson, TE (NE) Kevin Walter, WR (HOU) Jesse Chatman, RB (NYJ) Shayne Graham, K (CIN) Tampa Bay Buccaneers Adrian Peterson, RB (CHI) Jacob Hester, RB (SD) Chad Pennington, QB (MIA) Tarvaris Jackson, QB (MIN) Rob Bironas, K (TEN) Jamaal Charles, RB (KC) Derrick Ward, RB (NYG) Jacksonville Jaguars Pierre Thomas, RB (NO) Jerome Harrison, RB (CLE) L.J. Smith, TE (PHI) Pittsburgh Steelers Kris Brown, K (HOU) Robbie Gould, K (CHI) Jason Hanson, K (DET) Nate Kaeding, K (SD) Josh Scobee, K (JAC) Shaun Suisham, K (WAS) Phil Dawson, K (CLE) Adam Vinatieri, K (IND) Tennessee Titans Muhsin Muhammad, WR (CAR) 8 4 8 8 8 4 9 8 10 8 4 7 9 9 10 6 8 10 8 8 4 4 8 7 6 9 5 5 9 4 4 4 4 6 10 4 8 5 8 10 8 9 4 8 6 6 4 7 9 5 7 6 8 8 4 9 7 10 5 4 6 9 Bye Week Quarterbacks Tom Brady (NE) Peyton Manning (IND) Tony Romo (DAL) Drew Brees (NO) Carson Palmer (CIN) Ben Roethlisberger (PIT) 4 4 10 9 8 6 23 of 178 This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT PLAYER RANKINGS 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. Matt Hasselbeck (SEA) Marc Bulger (STL) Jay Cutler (DEN) Eli Manning (NYG) Jake Delhomme (CAR) Derek Anderson (CLE) Donovan McNabb (PHI) David Garrard (JAC) Brett Favre (NYJ) Philip Rivers (SD) Aaron Rodgers (GB) Kurt Warner (ARI) Jon Kitna (DET) Jason Campbell (WAS) Vince Young (TEN) Jeff Garcia (TB) Matt Schaub (HOU) Trent Edwards (BUF) J.T. O'Sullivan (SF) JaMarcus Russell (OAK) Chad Pennington (MIA) Tarvaris Jackson (MIN) Brodie Croyle (KC) Matt Ryan (ATL) Kyle Orton (CHI) Kyle Boller (BAL) Troy Smith (BAL) Matt Leinart (ARI) Chris Redman (ATL) Alex Smith (SF) Rex Grossman (CHI) Sage Rosenfels (HOU) Brady Quinn (CLE) Joe Flacco (BAL) J.P. Losman (BUF) Todd Collins (WAS) Brian Griese (TB) Chad Henne (MIA) Kellen Clemens (NYJ) Shaun Hill (SF) John Beck (MIA) Damon Huard (KC) Matt Moore (CAR) Byron Leftwich (PIT) 4 5 8 4 9 5 7 7 5 9 8 7 4 10 6 10 8 6 9 5 4 8 6 7 8 10 10 7 7 9 8 8 5 10 6 10 10 4 5 9 4 6 9 6 Bye Week Running backs LaDainian Tomlinson (SD) Adrian Peterson (MIN) Brian Westbrook (PHI) Joseph Addai (IND) Steven Jackson (STL) Marshawn Lynch (BUF) Larry Johnson (KC) Frank Gore (SF) Clinton Portis (WAS) Marion Barber (DAL) Maurice Jones-Drew (JAC) Willis McGahee (BAL) Willie Parker (PIT) Ryan Grant (GB) Laurence Maroney (NE) Brandon Jacobs (NYG) Jamal Lewis (CLE) Fred Taylor (JAC) Edgerrin James (ARI) Thomas Jones (NYJ) Earnest Graham (TB) LenDale White (TEN) Reggie Bush (NO) Darren McFadden (OAK) 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. 59. 60. 61. 62. 63. 64. 65. 66. 67. 68. 69. 70. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. Ricky Williams (MIA) Michael Turner (ATL) Selvin Young (DEN) Chris Perry (CIN) Ronnie Brown (MIA) Jonathan Stewart (CAR) DeAngelo Williams (CAR) Julius Jones (SEA) Justin Fargas (OAK) Kevin Smith (DET) Matt Forte (CHI) Ray Rice (BAL) Chester Taylor (MIN) Ahmad Bradshaw (NYG) Felix Jones (DAL) Chris Johnson (TEN) Rashard Mendenhall (PIT) Rudi Johnson (CIN) Brandon Jackson (GB) Kenny Watson (CIN) Jerious Norwood (ATL) Ahman Green (HOU) Steve Slaton (HOU) Lorenzo Booker (PHI) Ladell Betts (WAS) Tim Hightower (ARI) Deuce McAllister (NO) Maurice Morris (SEA) Chris Brown (HOU) DeShaun Foster (SF) Michael Pittman (DEN) Warrick Dunn (TB) Dominic Rhodes (IND) LaMont Jordan (NE) Tatum Bell (DET) Fred Jackson (BUF) Jesse Chatman (NYJ) Adrian Peterson (CHI) Jacob Hester (SD) Jamaal Charles (KC) Derrick Ward (NYG) Pierre Thomas (NO) Jerome Harrison (CLE) Darren Sproles (SD) Correll Buckhalter (PHI) Antonio Pittman (STL) 4 7 8 8 4 9 9 4 5 4 8 10 8 4 10 6 6 8 8 8 7 8 8 7 10 7 9 4 8 9 8 10 4 4 4 6 5 8 9 6 4 9 5 9 7 5 Bye Week 9 8 7 4 5 6 6 9 10 10 7 10 6 8 4 4 5 7 7 5 10 6 9 5 Wide receivers Randy Moss (NE) Terrell Owens (DAL) Reggie Wayne (IND) Braylon Edwards (CLE) Larry Fitzgerald (ARI) Marques Colston (NO) Andre Johnson (HOU) T.J. Houshmandzadeh (CIN) Plaxico Burress (NYG) Wes Welker (NE) Torry Holt (STL) Greg Jennings (GB) Marvin Harrison (IND) Roy Williams (DET) Chad Johnson (CIN) Calvin Johnson (DET) Anquan Boldin (ARI) Steve Smith (CAR) Santonio Holmes (PIT) Donald Driver (GB) Brandon Marshall (DEN) Roddy White (ATL) 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. 59. 60. 61. 62. 63. 64. 65. 66. 67. 68. 69. 70. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. Dwayne Bowe (KC) Jerricho Cotchery (NYJ) Chris Chambers (SD) Nate Burleson (SEA) Lee Evans (BUF) Bernard Berrian (MIN) Laveranues Coles (NYJ) Reggie Brown (PHI) Reggie Williams (JAC) Joey Galloway (TB) Hines Ward (PIT) Santana Moss (WAS) Vincent Jackson (SD) Derrick Mason (BAL) Anthony Gonzalez (IND) Amani Toomer (NYG) Patrick Crayton (DAL) Ted Ginn Jr. (MIA) Bryant Johnson (SF) Donte' Stallworth (CLE) Jabar Gaffney (NE) Javon Walker (OAK) Ronald Curry (OAK) Jerry Porter (JAC) Justin Gage (TEN) Sidney Rice (MIN) Devin Hester (CHI) David Patten (NO) Steve Smith (NYG) DeSean Jackson (PHI) D.J. Hackett (CAR) Antwaan Randle El (WAS) James Hardy (BUF) Darrell Jackson (DEN) Kevin Curtis (PHI) Bobby Engram (SEA) Drew Bennett (STL) Josh Morgan (SF) Shaun McDonald (DET) Kevin Walter (HOU) Muhsin Muhammad (CAR) Ike Hilliard (TB) Ben Obomanu (SEA) Robert Meachem (NO) Isaac Bruce (SF) Rashied Davis (CHI) James Jones (GB) Justin McCareins (TEN) 6 5 9 4 6 8 5 7 7 10 6 10 9 10 4 4 10 4 9 5 4 5 5 7 6 8 8 9 4 7 9 10 6 8 7 4 5 9 4 8 9 10 4 9 9 8 8 6 Bye Week 4 10 4 5 7 9 8 8 4 4 5 8 4 4 8 4 7 9 6 8 8 7 Tight ends Antonio Gates (SD) Jason Witten (DAL) Kellen Winslow (CLE) Tony Gonzalez (KC) Jeremy Shockey (NO) Chris Cooley (WAS) Dallas Clark (IND) Owen Daniels (HOU) Heath Miller (PIT) Todd Heap (BAL) Tony Scheffler (DEN) Vernon Davis (SF) Alge Crumpler (TEN) Greg Olsen (CHI) Donald Lee (GB) Ben Utecht (CIN) Benjamin Watson (NE) L.J. Smith (PHI) Zach Miller (OAK) Marcedes Lewis (JAC) 9 10 5 6 9 10 4 8 6 10 8 9 6 8 8 8 4 7 5 7 24 of 178 Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT PLAYER RANKINGS 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. Kevin Boss (NYG) Randy McMichael (STL) Leonard Pope (ARI) Alex Smith (TB) Dustin Keller (NYJ) Anthony Fasano (MIA) Desmond Clark (CHI) Visanthe Shiancoe (MIN) Jeff King (CAR) Dante Rosario (CAR) Chris Baker (NYJ) Derek Schouman (BUF) John Carlson (SEA) Robert Royal (BUF) 4 5 7 10 5 4 8 8 9 9 5 6 4 6 Bye Week 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. Buffalo Bills Oakland Raiders Houston Texans New York Jets San Francisco 49ers Detroit Lions Cleveland Browns Cincinnati Bengals Kansas City Chiefs Denver Broncos St. Louis Rams Atlanta Falcons Miami Dolphins 6 5 8 5 9 4 5 8 6 8 5 7 4 Bye Week Kickers Stephen Gostkowski (NE) Nick Folk (DAL) Shayne Graham (CIN) Rob Bironas (TEN) Kris Brown (HOU) Robbie Gould (CHI) Jason Hanson (DET) Nate Kaeding (SD) Josh Scobee (JAC) Shaun Suisham (WAS) Adam Vinatieri (IND) Phil Dawson (CLE) Mason Crosby (GB) Neil Rackers (ARI) Martin Gramatica (NO) Josh Brown (STL) John Kasay (CAR) Jeff Reed (PIT) Matt Bryant (TB) Olindo Mare (SEA) Matt Stover (BAL) Lawrence Tynes (NYG) David Akers (PHI) Mike Nugent (NYJ) Matt Prater (DEN) Ryan Longwell (MIN) Rian Lindell (BUF) Sebastian Janikowski (OAK) Jason Elam (ATL) Joe Nedney (SF) Jay Feely (KC) Dan Carpenter (MIA) Josh Huston (NYG) Minnesota Vikings Chicago Bears New England Patriots Dallas Cowboys San Diego Chargers Seattle Seahawks Green Bay Packers Indianapolis Colts Tampa Bay Buccaneers Pittsburgh Steelers Jacksonville Jaguars Tennessee Titans Philadelphia Eagles New York Giants Baltimore Ravens Arizona Cardinals Washington Redskins Carolina Panthers New Orleans Saints Defensive linemen Jared Allen (MIN) Patrick Kerney (SEA) Mario Williams (HOU) Aaron Kampman (GB) Terrell Suggs (BAL) Trent Cole (PHI) Kyle Vanden Bosch (TEN) Justin Tuck (NYG) Gaines Adams (TB) Andre Carter (WAS) Jason Taylor (WAS) Adewale Ogunleye (CHI) Elvis Dumervil (DEN) Aaron Schobel (BUF) John Abraham (ATL) Julius Peppers (CAR) Darnell Dockett (ARI) Robert Mathis (IND) Tamba Hali (KC) Justin Smith (SF) Dwight Freeney (IND) Tommie Harris (CHI) Will Smith (NO) Kenyon Coleman (NYJ) Marques Douglas (BAL) Darryl Tapp (SEA) Jovan Haye (TB) Amobi Okoye (HOU) Albert Haynesworth (TEN) Antwan Odom (CIN) Mark Anderson (CHI) Chris Long (STL) Luis Castillo (SD) Jarvis Green (NE) Derrick Burgess (OAK) Chris Clemons (PHI) Vernon Gholston (NYJ) Paul Spicer (JAC) Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila (GB) 4 10 8 6 8 8 4 9 7 10 4 5 8 7 9 5 9 6 10 4 10 4 7 5 8 8 6 5 7 9 6 4 4 Bye Week Team defense/special teams 8 8 4 10 9 4 8 4 10 6 7 6 7 4 10 7 10 9 9 8 4 8 8 10 7 6 4 10 10 10 8 8 6 7 9 7 4 6 9 4 8 9 5 10 4 10 8 6 8 8 5 9 4 5 7 5 7 8 Bye Week 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. Gary Brackett (IND) Shawne Merriman (SD) Barrett Ruud (TB) Kirk Morrison (OAK) Antonio Pierce (NYG) Zach Thomas (DAL) Paul Posluszny (BUF) Keith Rivers (CIN) Julian Peterson (SEA) E.J. Henderson (MIN) Angelo Crowell (BUF) Karlos Dansby (ARI) Mike Vrabel (NE) A.J. Hawk (GB) Derrick Brooks (TB) Mike Peterson (JAC) Curtis Lofton (ATL) Keith Bulluck (TEN) D.J. Williams (DEN) D'Qwell Jackson (CLE) James Farrior (PIT) James Harrison (PIT) Donnie Edwards (KC) Michael Boley (ATL) Chad Greenway (MIN) Keith Brooking (ATL) Omar Gaither (PHI) Jerod Mayo (NE) Morlon Greenwood (HOU) Paris Lenon (DET) Adalius Thomas (NE) Matt Wilhelm (SD) Scott Fujita (NO) Channing Crowder (MIA) Shaun Phillips (SD) Bart Scott (BAL) Derrick Johnson (KC) Niko Koutouvides (DEN) Thomas Howard (OAK) Greg Ellis (DAL) Freddy Keiaho (IND) David Thornton (TEN) LaMarr Woodley (PIT) Jordon Dizon (DET) 4 9 10 5 4 10 6 8 4 8 6 7 4 8 10 7 7 6 8 5 6 6 6 7 8 7 7 4 8 4 4 9 9 4 9 10 6 8 5 10 4 6 6 4 Bye Week Defensive backs Bob Sanders (IND) Sean Jones (CLE) Gibril Wilson (OAK) Marcus Trufant (SEA) Cortland Finnegan (TEN) Atari Bigby (GB) LaRon Landry (WAS) Antonio Cromartie (SD) Jermaine Phillips (TB) Chris Harris (CAR) Michael Lewis (SF) Champ Bailey (DEN) Donte Whitner (BUF) Nate Clements (SF) Kerry Rhodes (NYJ) Roy Williams (DAL) Oshiomogho Atogwe (STL) Sammy Knight (NYG) Cedric Griffin (MIN) Marlin Jackson (IND) Antoine Winfield (MIN) Troy Polamalu (PIT) Leigh Bodden (DET) Darrelle Revis (NYJ) Linebackers Patrick Willis (SF) Brian Urlacher (CHI) DeMeco Ryans (HOU) Nick Barnett (GB) Jon Beason (CAR) London Fletcher (WAS) Ray Lewis (BAL) Lofa Tatupu (SEA) David Harris (NYJ) Ernie Sims (DET) DeMarcus Ware (DAL) Jonathan Vilma (NO) Lance Briggs (CHI) Will Witherspoon (STL) 9 8 8 8 9 10 10 4 5 4 10 9 8 5 4 5 5 4 6 8 10 9 10 9 9 8 6 9 5 10 5 4 8 4 8 6 4 5 25 of 178 For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT PLAYER RANKINGS 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Von Hutchins (ATL) Roman Harper (NO) Brian Dawkins (PHI) Bernard Pollard (KC) Michael Huff (OAK) Adrian Wilson (ARI) Rodney Harrison (NE) Ed Reed (BAL) Richard Marshall (CAR) Kelvin Hayden (IND) Terrence McGee (BUF) Ronde Barber (TB) Antrel Rolle (ARI) Dawan Landry (BAL) Kenny Phillips (NYG) John Lynch (NE) Devin Hester (CHI) Joshua Cribbs (CLE) Leon Washington (NYJ) Andre' Davis (HOU) Darren Sproles (SD) Maurice Jones-Drew (JAC) Ted Ginn Jr. (MIA) Steve Breaston (ARI) Leodis McKelvin (BUF) Allen Rossum (SF) DeSean Jackson (PHI) 7 9 7 6 5 7 4 10 9 4 6 10 7 10 4 4 Bye Week Kick returners/Punt retuners 8 5 5 8 9 7 4 7 6 9 7 Bye Week 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. Rashard Mendenhall (PIT) Felix Jones (DAL) James Hardy (BUF) Matt Ryan (ATL) Ray Rice (BAL) Steve Slaton (HOU) Jamaal Charles (KC) Ryan Torain (DEN) Early Doucet (ARI) Dustin Keller (NYJ) Limas Sweed (PIT) Joe Flacco (BAL) Mike Hart (IND) Donnie Avery (STL) Mario Manningham (NYG) Gary Barnidge (CAR) Devin Thomas (WAS) Malcolm Kelly (WAS) Chad Henne (MIA) Martin Rucker (CLE) 6 10 6 7 10 8 6 8 7 5 6 10 4 5 4 9 10 10 4 5 Bye Week Keepers Adrian Peterson (MIN) LaDainian Tomlinson (SD) Tom Brady (NE) Joseph Addai (IND) Marshawn Lynch (BUF) Steven Jackson (STL) Brian Westbrook (PHI) Randy Moss (NE) Peyton Manning (IND) Terrell Owens (DAL) Tony Romo (DAL) Larry Johnson (KC) Frank Gore (SF) Reggie Wayne (IND) Braylon Edwards (CLE) Clinton Portis (WAS) Marion Barber (DAL) Larry Fitzgerald (ARI) Marques Colston (NO) Drew Brees (NO) Maurice Jones-Drew (JAC) Willis McGahee (BAL) Andre Johnson (HOU) Willie Parker (PIT) Chad Johnson (CIN) T.J. Houshmandzadeh (CIN) Ryan Grant (GB) Brandon Jacobs (NYG) Plaxico Burress (NYG) Laurence Maroney (NE) Antonio Gates (SD) Jason Witten (DAL) Steve Smith (CAR) Carson Palmer (CIN) Darren McFadden (OAK) Greg Jennings (GB) Calvin Johnson (DET) Santonio Holmes (PIT) Ben Roethlisberger (PIT) Kellen Winslow (CLE) Jamal Lewis (CLE) Brandon Marshall (DEN) Reggie Bush (NO) Wes Welker (NE) Michael Turner (ATL) Ricky Williams (MIA) Ronnie Brown (MIA) Torry Holt (STL) Offensive lines New England Patriots Dallas Cowboys Indianapolis Colts New Orleans Saints Minnesota Vikings San Diego Chargers Jacksonville Jaguars New York Jets Cleveland Browns Cincinnati Bengals Green Bay Packers Denver Broncos New York Giants Tampa Bay Buccaneers Tennessee Titans Carolina Panthers Washington Redskins Houston Texans Arizona Cardinals Pittsburgh Steelers Oakland Raiders Seattle Seahawks Philadelphia Eagles Chicago Bears Buffalo Bills Miami Dolphins San Francisco 49ers Baltimore Ravens Atlanta Falcons Kansas City Chiefs St. Louis Rams Detroit Lions 4 10 4 9 8 9 7 5 5 8 8 8 4 10 6 9 10 8 7 6 5 4 7 8 6 4 9 10 7 6 5 4 Bye Week Rookies Darren McFadden (OAK) Kevin Smith (DET) Jonathan Stewart (CAR) Matt Forte (CHI) Chris Johnson (TEN) 5 4 9 8 6 8 9 4 4 6 5 7 4 4 10 10 6 9 4 5 10 10 7 9 9 7 10 8 6 8 8 8 4 4 4 9 10 9 8 5 8 4 6 6 5 5 8 9 4 7 4 4 5 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. 59. 60. 61. 62. 63. 64. 65. 66. 67. 68. 69. 70. 71. 72. 73. 74. 75. Roy Williams (DET) Jonathan Stewart (CAR) Fred Taylor (JAC) Anquan Boldin (ARI) Kevin Smith (DET) Marvin Harrison (IND) Earnest Graham (TB) LenDale White (TEN) Selvin Young (DEN) Rashard Mendenhall (PIT) Tony Gonzalez (KC) Edgerrin James (ARI) Donald Driver (GB) Chris Johnson (TEN) Matt Hasselbeck (SEA) Thomas Jones (NYJ) Felix Jones (DAL) Chris Cooley (WAS) Jeremy Shockey (NO) Derek Anderson (CLE) Dwayne Bowe (KC) Roddy White (ATL) Chris Chambers (SD) Lee Evans (BUF) Jerricho Cotchery (NYJ) Jay Cutler (DEN) Matt Forte (CHI) 4 9 7 7 4 4 10 6 8 6 6 7 8 6 4 5 10 10 9 5 6 7 9 6 5 8 8 Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 26 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT PROJECTED DRAFT ROUNDS Arizona Cardinals Kurt Warner QB Matt Leinart QB Edgerrin James RB Tim Hightower RB Larry Fitzgerald WR Anquan Boldin WR Early Doucet WR Leonard Pope TE Neil Rackers K Cardinals D/ST Atlanta Falcons Chris Redman QB Michael Turner RB Jerious Norwood RB Roddy White WR Laurent Robinson WR Ben Hartsock TE Jason Elam K Falcons D/ST Baltimore Ravens Troy Smith QB Willis McGahee RB Ray Rice RB Derrick Mason WR Mark Clayton WR Todd Heap TE Matt Stover K Ravens D/ST 10 15-16 4-5 14-15 2-3 4-5 17-DND DND DND DND Carolina Panthers Jake Delhomme QB DeAngelo Williams RB Jonathan Stewart RB Steve Smith WR D.J. Hackett WR Muhsin Muhammad WR Jeff King TE John Kasay K Panthers D/ST 8-9 8 6-7 3-4 11 15-16 DND DND DND DND 4-5 11-12 6 DND DND DND DND Chicago Bears Kyle Orton Matt Forte Adrian Peterson Marty Booker Devin Hester Greg Olsen Robbie Gould Bears QB RB RB WR WR TE K D/ST DND 6-7 15-16 DND 13-14 14 17 9 DND 2 11-12 11-12 17-DND 9-10 DND 16 Cincinnati Bengals Carson Palmer QB Rudi Johnson RB Chris Perry RB Kenny Watson RB Chris Henry WR T.J. Houshmandzadeh WR Chad Johnson WR Ben Utecht TE Shayne Graham K Bengals D/ST Cleveland Browns Derek Anderson QB Jamal Lewis RB Jason Wright RB Braylon Edwards WR Donte' Stallworth WR Kellen Winslow TE Phil Dawson K Browns D/ST 2-3 7-8 11-12 13 13-14 2-3 3 17-DND 16 DND Buffalo Bills Trent Edwards Marshawn Lynch Fred Jackson Lee Evans James Hardy Robert Royal Rian Lindell Bills QB RB RB WR WR TE K D/ST 13-14 1 15-16 7 12-13 DND DND DND 6-7 3-4 DND 2 9 5 17 DND This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 27 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT Dallas Cowboys Tony Romo Marion Barber Felix Jones Terrell Owens Patrick Crayton Jason Witten Nick Folk Cowboys QB RB RB WR WR TE K D/ST 1-2 2 8 1-2 7-8 3-4 15 10-11 Houston Texans Matt Schaub Ahman Green Chris Brown Andre Johnson Kevin Walter Owen Daniels Kris Brown Texans QB RB RB WR WR TE K D/ST 8-9 11-12 11 2-3 13-14 6-7 16-17 DND Denver Broncos Jay Cutler QB Selvin Young RB Michael Pittman RB Brandon Marshall WR Eddie Royal WR Brandon Stokley WR Tony Scheffler TE Matt Prater K Broncos D/ST Detroit Lions Jon Kitna Kevin Smith Tatum Bell Roy Williams Calvin Johnson Shaun McDonald Michael Gaines Jason Hanson Lions 5 5-6 17-DND 4 17-DND 15 9-10 DND DND Indianapolis Colts Peyton Manning QB Joseph Addai RB Dominic Rhodes RB Reggie Wayne WR Marvin Harrison WR Anthony Gonzalez WR Dallas Clark TE Adam Vinatieri K Colts D/ST Jacksonville Jaguars David Garrard QB Maurice Jones-Drew RB Fred Taylor RB Reggie Williams WR Jerry Porter WR Marcedes Lewis TE Josh Scobee K Jaguars D/ST 1-2 1 14 2 4 9-10 6-7 16-17 12 QB RB RB WR WR WR TE K D/ST 10 6 12-13 4 4 15 DND 17 DND 8-9 2-3 3-4 7 10-11 DND 17 12-13 Green Bay Packers Aaron Rodgers QB Ryan Grant RB 2 Brandon Jackson RB Greg Jennings WR Donald Driver WR James Jones WR Donald Lee TE Mason Crosby K Packers D/ST 10 11 4 5-6 DND 15-16 DND 11-12 Kansas City Chiefs Brodie Croyle QB Larry Johnson RB Kolby Smith RB Jamaal Charles RB Dwayne Bowe WR Jeff Webb WR Tony Gonzalez TE Nick Novak K Chiefs D/ST DND 1 13 16 5-6 DND 5-6 DND DND Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 28 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT Miami Dolphins Chad Pennington Ronnie Brown Ricky Williams Ted Ginn Jr. Ernest Wilford David Martin Jay Feely Dolphins QB RB RB WR WR TE K D/ST DND 5-6 8-9 12-13 DND DND DND DND New York Giants Eli Manning Brandon Jacobs Ahmad Bradshaw Plaxico Burress Steve Smith Amani Toomer Kevin Boss Lawrence Tynes Giants QB RB RB WR WR WR TE K D/ST 6 3-4 9-10 3 11-12 13 17-DND DND 13-14 Minnesota Vikings Tarvaris Jackson QB Adrian Peterson RB Chester Taylor RB Bernard Berrian WR Sidney Rice WR Visanthe Shiancoe TE Ryan Longwell K Vikings D/ST New England Patriots Tom Brady QB Laurence Maroney RB Sammy Morris RB Randy Moss WR Wes Welker WR Jabar Gaffney WR Benjamin Watson TE Stephen Gostkowski K Patriots D/ST New Orleans Saints Drew Brees QB Reggie Bush RB Deuce McAllister RB Marques Colston WR David Patten WR Devery Henderson WR Jeremy Shockey TE Martin Gramatica K Saints D/ST DND 1 8-9 5-6 12 DND DND 10 New York Jets Brett Favre QB Thomas Jones RB Leon Washington RB Laveranues Coles WR Jerricho Cotchery WR Chris Baker TE Mike Nugent K Jets D/ST Oakland Raiders JaMarcus Russell QB Darren McFadden RB Justin Fargas RB Javon Walker WR Ronald Curry WR Zach Miller TE Sebastian Janikowski K Raiders D/ST 9-10 4 DND 6-7 6-7 17-DND DND DND 1 3-4 14-15 1 3 12-13 14 15 10-11 13 5-6 8 11 15 DND DND DND 3 4-5 12-13 2-3 14-15 DND 8 DND DND Philadelphia Eagles Donovan McNabb QB Brian Westbrook RB Lorenzo Booker RB Kevin Curtis WR Reggie Brown WR DeSean Jackson WR L.J. Smith TE David Akers K Eagles D/ST 6-7 1 13 7 10-11 15-16 DND DND 17 For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 29 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT Ben Roethlisberger Pittsburgh Steelers QB Willie Parker RB Rashard Mendenhall RB Santonio Holmes WR Hines Ward WR Heath Miller TE Jeff Reed K Steelers D/ST 3 2-3 8 4-5 7 6 DND 12 St. Louis Rams Marc Bulger Steven Jackson Antonio Pittman Torry Holt Drew Bennett Randy McMichael Josh Brown Rams QB RB RB WR WR TE K D/ST 9 1 17 3-4 17-DND DND 16 DND San Diego Chargers Philip Rivers QB LaDainian Tomlinson RB Darren Sproles RB Chris Chambers WR Vincent Jackson WR Antonio Gates TE Nate Kaeding K Chargers D/ST San Francisco 49ers JT O’Sullivan QB Frank Gore RB DeShaun Foster RB Bryant Johnson WR Arnaz Battle WR Isaac Bruce WR Josh Morgan WR Vernon Davis TE Joe Nedney K 49ers D/ST Seattle Seahawks Matt Hasselbeck QB Julius Jones RB Maurice Morris RB Bobby Engram WR Nate Burleson WR John Carlson TE Olindo Mare K Seahawks D/ST 8-9 1 14-15 6 9-10 3-4 17 10 Tampa Bay Buccaneers Jeff Garcia QB Earnest Graham RB Warrick Dunn RB Joey Galloway WR Ike Hilliard WR Alex Smith TE DND Matt Bryant K Buccaneers D/ST Tennessee Titans Vince Young QB LenDale White RB Chris Johnson RB Justin Gage WR Justin McCareins WR Alge Crumpler TE Rob Bironas K Titans D/ST 14 5 13-14 7-8 DND DND DND DND 1-2 14-15 10-11 DND 17-DND 15-16 8-9 DND DND 12-13 6-7 7-8 13 DND 12-13 16-17 DND 4-5 7 11-12 12-13 7-8 DND DND 11-12 Washington Redskins Jason Campbell QB Clinton Portis RB Ladell Betts RB Santana Moss WR Antwaan Randle El WR Chris Cooley TE Shaun Suisham K Redskins D/ST 12 2 11 9 DND 6 DND DND Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 30 of 178 QB Stud Sleeper Stumbler C. Palmer CIN M. Leinart ARI M. Bulger STL D. McNabb PHI D. Anderson CLE D. Anderson CLE A. Rodgers GB A. Rodgers GB J. Delhomme CAR K. Warner ARI J. Delhomme CAR J. Delhomme CAR T. Brady NE D. Brees NO D. Brees NO T. Brady NE P. Manning IND T. Brady NE Chris Bahr Bill Bender Roger Kuznia Matthew Lutovsky Brad Pinkerton George Winkler RB Stud Sleeper Stumbler F. Taylor JAC W. Parker PIT J. Jones SEA T. Jones NYJ R. Bush NO J. Stewart CAR F. Jones DAL T. Jones NYJ J. Jones SEA M. Forte CHI M. Barber DAL S. Jackson STL C. Portis WAS J. Addai IND S. Jackson STL Chris Bahr Bill Bender Roger Kuznia Matthew Lutovsky Brad Pinkerton George Winkler J. Addai IND M. Forte CHI F. Taylor JAC Expert Picks - Preseason WR Stud Sleeper Stumbler T. Holt STL M. Harrison IND D. Stallworth CLE C. Johnson DET C. Johnson DET R. White ATL B. Edwards CLE B. Edwards CLE M. Colston NO Chris Bahr Bill Bender Roger Kuznia Matthew Lutovsky M. Colston NO N. Burleson SEA B. Berrian MIN Brad Pinkerton T. Owens DAL B. Engram SEA G. Jennings GB George Winkler R. Wayne IND N. Burleson SEA R. White ATL This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit TE Stud Sleeper Stumbler L. Pope ARI O. Daniels HOU J. Witten DAL Chris Bahr Bill Bender J. Witten DAL A. Crumpler TEN B. Watson NE Roger Kuznia K. Winslow CLE V. Davis SF T. Heap BAL Matthew Lutovsky K. Winslow CLE T. Scheffler DEN V. Davis SF Brad Pinkerton J. Witten DAL T. Heap BAL D. Lee GB George Winkler J. Witten DAL T. Scheffler DEN D. Clark IND 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT 31 of 178 DEF Stud Sleeper Stumbler Bears Redskins Ravens Panthers Giants Broncos Cardinals Giants Giants Saints Colts Eagles Packers Cowboys Vikings Chargers Cowboys Chargers Chris Bahr Bill Bender Roger Kuznia Matthew Lutovsky Brad Pinkerton George Winkler K Stud Sleeper Stumbler J. Hanson DET M. Nugent NYJ M. Stover BAL M. Nugent NYJ M. Gramatica NO J. Brown STL J. Brown STL J. Hanson DET J. Scobee JAC M. Crosby GB N. Folk DAL S. Gostkowski NE N. Kaeding SD S. Gostkowski NE N. Folk DAL Chris Bahr Bill Bender Roger Kuznia Matthew Lutovsky Brad Pinkerton George Winkler R. Bironas TEN N. Rackers ARI M. Crosby GB Expert Picks - Preseason Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT 32 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT PLAYER DOLLAR VALUES Quarterbacks 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. Tom Brady (NE) Peyton Manning (IND) Tony Romo (DAL) Drew Brees (NO) Carson Palmer (CIN) Ben Roethlisberger (PIT) Matt Hasselbeck (SEA) Derek Anderson (CLE) Jake Delhomme (CAR) Marc Bulger (STL) Jay Cutler (DEN) Eli Manning (NYG) David Garrard (JAC) Philip Rivers (SD) Donovan McNabb (PHI) Brett Favre (NYJ) Jon Kitna (DET) Aaron Rodgers (GB) Matt Leinart (ARI) Kurt Warner (ARI) Vince Young (TEN) Jeff Garcia (TB) Jason Campbell (WAS) Matt Schaub (HOU) Chad Pennington (MIA) Tarvaris Jackson (MIN) Trent Edwards (BUF) JaMarcus Russell (OAK) Matt Ryan (ATL) J.T. O'Sullivan (SF) Kyle Orton (CHI) $36 $28 $26 $20 $18 $16 $10 $10 $6 $6 $6 $6 $5 $5 $5 $5 $4 $4 $4 $4 $3 $2 $2 $2 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $39 $33 $31 $29 $29 $23 $21 $19 $18 $15 $15 $14 $14 $14 $13 $12 $11 $9 $8 $8 $7 $6 $6 $5 $5 $5 $5 $5 $5 $5 $5 $4 $4 $4 $4 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. 59. 60. 61. 62. 63. 64. 65. 66. 67. 68. 69. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. Selvin Young (DEN) Chris Perry (CIN) Jonathan Stewart (CAR) Deuce McAllister (NO) Chris Brown (HOU) Jerious Norwood (ATL) Ahmad Bradshaw (NYG) Brad Muster (NO) Jesse Chatman (NYJ) Kenny Irons (CIN) Carnell Williams (TB) Fred Jackson (BUF) Chris Johnson (TEN) Warrick Dunn (TB) Dominic Rhodes (IND) Tatum Bell (DET) Maurice Morris (SEA) Rashard Mendenhall (PIT) Sammy Morris (NE) Antonio Pittman (STL) Ray Rice (BAL) T.J. Duckett (SEA) Kolby Smith (KC) Darren Sproles (SD) Brandon Jackson (GB) Kenny Watson (CIN) DeShaun Foster (SF) Lorenzo Booker (PHI) Jamaal Charles (KC) Mike Hart (IND) Steve Slaton (HOU) Ladell Betts (WAS) Jacob Hester (SD) Tim Hightower (ARI) $4 $4 $4 $2 $2 $2 $2 $2 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $22 $20 $19 $18 $15 $15 $14 $14 $13 $12 $11 $10 $10 $10 $9 $9 $8 $8 $7 $7 $7 $6 $6 $5 $5 $5 $4 $4 $3 $3 $3 $3 $2 $1 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. 59. 60. 61. 62. 63. 64. 65. 66. 67. 68. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Marty Booker (CHI) Drew Bennett (STL) D.J. Hackett (CAR) Ronald Curry (OAK) Donte' Stallworth (CLE) Derrick Mason (BAL) Robert Meachem (NO) Santana Moss (WAS) Kevin Curtis (PHI) DeSean Jackson (PHI) Javon Walker (OAK) Muhsin Muhammad (CAR) Vincent Jackson (SD) Sidney Rice (MIN) Amani Toomer (NYG) Bobby Engram (SEA) Patrick Crayton (DAL) Jabar Gaffney (NE) Justin Gage (TEN) Ted Ginn Jr. (MIA) Anthony Gonzalez (IND) James Hardy (BUF) Ike Hilliard (TB) Bryant Johnson (SF) Shaun McDonald (DET) David Patten (NO) Antwaan Randle El (WAS) Steve Smith (NYG) Brandon Stokley (DEN) Kevin Walter (HOU) Jerry Porter (JAC) Ben Obomanu (SEA) Devin Hester (CHI) Josh Morgan (SF) $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $13 $10 $10 $8 $7 $7 $6 $6 $4 $4 $3 $2 $2 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $4 $4 $3 $2 $2 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 $1 33 of 178 Running Backs LaDainian Tomlinson (SD) Adrian Peterson (MIN) Brian Westbrook (PHI) Steven Jackson (STL) Joseph Addai (IND) Marshawn Lynch (BUF) Larry Johnson (KC) Frank Gore (SF) Clinton Portis (WAS) Willis McGahee (BAL) Marion Barber (DAL) Ryan Grant (GB) Willie Parker (PIT) Maurice Jones-Drew (JAC) Laurence Maroney (NE) Brandon Jacobs (NYG) Jamal Lewis (CLE) Fred Taylor (JAC) Thomas Jones (NYJ) Edgerrin James (ARI) Earnest Graham (TB) Reggie Bush (NO) LenDale White (TEN) Ronnie Brown (MIA) Michael Turner (ATL) Rudi Johnson (CIN) Justin Fargas (OAK) Julius Jones (SEA) Ricky Williams (MIA) Kevin Smith (DET) Darren McFadden (OAK) Matt Forte (CHI) DeAngelo Williams (CAR) Chester Taylor (MIN) Felix Jones (DAL) Wide Receivers Randy Moss (NE) Terrell Owens (DAL) Reggie Wayne (IND) Braylon Edwards (CLE) Marques Colston (NO) Larry Fitzgerald (ARI) Andre Johnson (HOU) T.J. Houshmandzadeh (CIN) Plaxico Burress (NYG) Torry Holt (STL) Wes Welker (NE) Marvin Harrison (IND) Steve Smith (CAR) Greg Jennings (GB) Roy Williams (DET) Chad Johnson (CIN) Calvin Johnson (DET) Anquan Boldin (ARI) Donald Driver (GB) Brandon Marshall (DEN) Santonio Holmes (PIT) Roddy White (ATL) Dwayne Bowe (KC) Chris Chambers (SD) Lee Evans (BUF) Jerricho Cotchery (NYJ) Bernard Berrian (MIN) Nate Burleson (SEA) Laveranues Coles (NYJ) Reggie Williams (JAC) Joey Galloway (TB) Hines Ward (PIT) Reggie Brown (PHI) Deion Branch (SEA) Tight Ends Antonio Gates (SD) Kellen Winslow (CLE) Jason Witten (DAL) Tony Gonzalez (KC) Jeremy Shockey (NO) Chris Cooley (WAS) Owen Daniels (HOU) Dallas Clark (IND) Heath Miller (PIT) Todd Heap (BAL) Tony Scheffler (DEN) Alge Crumpler (TEN) Vernon Davis (SF) Benjamin Watson (NE) Randy McMichael (STL) Ben Utecht (CIN) Zach Miller (OAK) Greg Olsen (CHI) L.J. Smith (PHI) Donald Lee (GB) Kevin Boss (NYG) Defense Chargers Vikings Bears Patriots Cowboys Jaguars Colts Steelers Seahawks Packers Buccaneers For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT 2007 STATISTICAL LEADERS Rushing/Receiving TDs 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. 59. 60. 61. 62. 63. 64. 65. 66. 67. Randy Moss - NE LaDainian Tomlinson - SD Braylon Edwards - CLE Joseph Addai - IND Terrell Owens - DAL Adrian Peterson - MIN Marion Barber - DAL Plaxico Burress - NYG T.J. Houshmandzadeh - CIN Greg Jennings - GB Brian Westbrook - PHI Dallas Clark - IND Marques Colston - NO Jamal Lewis - CLE Clinton Portis - WAS Larry Fitzgerald - ARI Earnest Graham - TB Reggie Wayne - IND Reggie Williams - JAC Anquan Boldin - ARI Nate Burleson - SEA Antonio Gates - SD Maurice Jones-Drew - JAC Chris Cooley - WAS Ryan Grant - GB Santonio Holmes - PIT Andre Johnson - HOU Chad Johnson - CIN Kevin Jones - CHI Willis McGahee - BAL Wes Welker - NE Patrick Crayton - DAL Najeh Davenport - PIT Torry Holt - STL Edgerrin James - ARI Marshawn Lynch - BUF Brandon Marshall - DEN Heath Miller - PIT Steve Smith - CAR Chester Taylor - MIN Hines Ward - PIT Kenny Watson - CIN LenDale White - TEN Jason Witten - DAL Arnaz Battle - SF Reggie Bush - NO Laveranues Coles - NYJ Kevin Curtis - PHI Ron Dayne - HOU Reuben Droughns - NYG Bobby Engram - SEA Joey Galloway - TB Frank Gore - SF Steven Jackson - STL Brandon Jacobs - NYG Donald Lee - GB Laurence Maroney - NE Shaun McDonald - DET Jerry Porter - JAC Benjamin Watson - NE Roddy White - ATL Shaun Alexander - SEA Bernard Berrian - MIN Dwayne Bowe - KC Chris Brown - HOU Ronnie Brown - MIA Alge Crumpler - TEN 23 18 16 15 15 13 12 12 12 12 12 11 11 11 11 10 10 10 10 9 9 9 9 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 5 5 5 5 5 5 68. 69. 70. 71. 72. 73. 74. 75. 76. 77. 78. 79. 80. 81. 82. 83. 84. 85. 86. 87. 88. 89. 90. 91. 92. 93. 94. 95. 96. 97. 98. 99. 100. Lee Evans - BUF Jabar Gaffney - NE Tony Gonzalez - KC Calvin Johnson - DET Derrick Mason - BAL Maurice Morris - SEA Leonard Pope - ARI Tony Scheffler - DEN Aaron Stecker - NO Brandon Stokley - DEN Fred Taylor - JAC Nate Washington - PIT DeAngelo Williams - CAR Roy Williams - DET Kellen Winslow - CLE Cedric Benson - CHI Deion Branch - SEA Reggie Brown - PHI Isaac Bruce - SF Correll Buckhalter - PHI Drew Carter - OAK Chris Chambers - SD Desmond Clark - CHI Ronald Curry - OAK Vernon Davis - SF Warrick Dunn - TB Justin Fargas - OAK DeShaun Foster - SF Travis Henry - DEN Michael Jenkins - ATL Larry Johnson - KC Rudi Johnson - CIN Greg Jones - JAC 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. J.P. Losman - BUF Trent Dilfer - SF Josh McCown - CAR Steve McNair - BAL Chris Redman - ATL Gus Frerotte - MIN Luke McCown - TB Trent Green - STL Quinn Gray - IND Vinny Testaverde - CAR Alex Smith - SF Todd Collins - WAS Matt Moore - CAR A.J. Feeley - PHI Matt Leinart - ARI David Carr - NYG 1,204 1,166 1,151 1,113 1,079 1,014 1,009 987 986 952 914 888 730 681 647 635 Passing TDs 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. Tom Brady - NE Tony Romo - DAL Ben Roethlisberger - PIT Peyton Manning - IND Derek Anderson - CLE Drew Brees - NO Brett Favre - NYJ Matt Hasselbeck - SEA Kurt Warner - ARI Carson Palmer - CIN Eli Manning - NYG Philip Rivers - SD Jay Cutler - DEN Donovan McNabb - PHI David Garrard - JAC Jon Kitna - DET Sage Rosenfels - HOU Jeff Garcia - TB Jason Campbell - WAS Marc Bulger - STL Damon Huard - KC Quinn Gray - IND Brian Griese - TB Josh McCown - CAR Chad Pennington - MIA Chris Redman - ATL Kyle Boller - BAL Tarvaris Jackson - MIN Matt Schaub - HOU Vince Young - TEN Jake Delhomme - CAR Trent Dilfer - SF Trent Edwards - BUF Gus Frerotte - MIN Joey Harrington - ATL Brodie Croyle - KC Cleo Lemon - JAC Kellen Clemens - NYJ Todd Collins - WAS Daunte Culpepper - OAK A.J. Feeley - PHI Trent Green - STL Shaun Hill - SF Luke McCown - TB Vinny Testaverde - CAR Rex Grossman - CHI J.P. Losman - BUF David Carr - NYG Matt Moore - CAR Kyle Orton - CHI 50 36 32 31 29 28 28 28 27 26 23 21 20 19 18 18 15 13 12 11 11 10 10 10 10 10 9 9 9 9 8 7 7 7 7 6 6 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 4 4 3 3 3 34 of 178 Passing yards 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. Tom Brady - NE Drew Brees - NO Tony Romo - DAL Brett Favre - NYJ Carson Palmer - CIN Jon Kitna - DET Peyton Manning - IND Matt Hasselbeck - SEA Derek Anderson - CLE Jay Cutler - DEN Kurt Warner - ARI Eli Manning - NYG Donovan McNabb - PHI Ben Roethlisberger - PIT Philip Rivers - SD Jason Campbell - WAS Vince Young - TEN David Garrard - JAC Jeff Garcia - TB Marc Bulger - STL Damon Huard - KC Matt Schaub - HOU Joey Harrington - ATL Tarvaris Jackson - MIN Brian Griese - TB Cleo Lemon - JAC Chad Pennington - MIA Kyle Boller - BAL Sage Rosenfels - HOU Trent Edwards - BUF Kellen Clemens - NYJ Rex Grossman - CHI Daunte Culpepper - OAK Brodie Croyle - KC 4,806 4,423 4,211 4,155 4,131 4,068 4,040 3,966 3,787 3,497 3,417 3,336 3,324 3,154 3,152 2,700 2,546 2,509 2,440 2,392 2,257 2,241 2,215 1,911 1,803 1,773 1,765 1,743 1,684 1,630 1,529 1,411 1,331 1,227 This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT 2007 STATISTICAL LEADERS Rushing yards 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. 59. 60. 61. 62. 63. 64. 65. 66. 67. LaDainian Tomlinson - SD Adrian Peterson - MIN Brian Westbrook - PHI Willie Parker - PIT Jamal Lewis - CLE Clinton Portis - WAS Edgerrin James - ARI Willis McGahee - BAL Fred Taylor - JAC Thomas Jones - NYJ Marshawn Lynch - BUF LenDale White - TEN Frank Gore - SF Joseph Addai - IND Justin Fargas - OAK Brandon Jacobs - NYG Steven Jackson - STL Marion Barber - DAL Ryan Grant - GB Earnest Graham - TB DeShaun Foster - SF Chester Taylor - MIN Laurence Maroney - NE Ron Dayne - HOU Maurice Jones-Drew - JAC Kenny Watson - CIN Selvin Young - DEN Warrick Dunn - TB DeAngelo Williams - CAR Shaun Alexander - SEA Travis Henry - DEN Cedric Benson - CHI Maurice Morris - SEA Jerious Norwood - ATL Ronnie Brown - MIA Derrick Ward - NYG Julius Jones - SEA Reggie Bush - NO Kevin Jones - CHI Larry Johnson - KC LaMont Jordan - NE Kenton Keith - IND Jesse Chatman - NYJ Adrian Peterson - CHI Najeh Davenport - PIT Rudi Johnson - CIN Chris Brown - HOU Aaron Stecker - NO Kolby Smith - KC Vince Young - TEN Sammy Morris - NE Leon Washington - NYJ Ladell Betts - WAS T.J. Duckett - SEA Michael Turner - ATL Correll Buckhalter - PHI Brian Leonard - STL Dominic Rhodes - IND Fred Jackson - BUF Michael Pittman - DEN Jason Wright - CLE Reuben Droughns - NYG Brandon Jackson - GB Kevin Faulk - NE Musa Smith - NYJ Darius Walker - HOU Ahman Green - HOU 1,474 1,341 1,333 1,316 1,304 1,262 1,222 1,207 1,202 1,119 1,115 1,110 1,102 1,072 1,009 1,009 1,002 975 956 898 876 844 835 773 768 763 729 720 717 716 691 674 628 613 602 602 588 581 581 559 549 533 515 510 499 497 462 448 407 395 384 353 335 335 316 313 303 302 300 286 277 275 267 265 264 264 260 68. 69. 70. 71. 72. 73. 74. 75. Tarvaris Jackson - MIN Pierre Thomas - NO Donovan McNabb - PHI Andre Hall - DEN Carnell Williams - TB Jay Cutler - DEN Ben Roethlisberger - PIT DeShawn Wynn - GB 260 252 236 216 208 205 204 203 60. 61. 62. 63. 64. 65. 66. 67. 68. 69. 70. 71. 72. 73. 74. 75. Ahman Green - HOU Andre Hall - DEN Chris Henry - TEN Greg Jones - JAC Julius Jones - SEA Mike Karney - NO Willie Parker - PIT Ben Roethlisberger - PIT Tony Romo - DAL Cecil Sapp - DEN Mike Sellers - WAS Kolby Smith - KC Musa Smith - NYJ Darren Sproles - SD Arnaz Battle - SF Jackie Battle - KC 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 Rushing TDs 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. 59. LaDainian Tomlinson - SD Joseph Addai - IND Adrian Peterson - MIN Clinton Portis - WAS Marion Barber - DAL Earnest Graham - TB Maurice Jones-Drew - JAC Jamal Lewis - CLE Ryan Grant - GB Kevin Jones - CHI Edgerrin James - ARI Marshawn Lynch - BUF Willis McGahee - BAL Chester Taylor - MIN Kenny Watson - CIN Brian Westbrook - PHI LenDale White - TEN Ron Dayne - HOU Reuben Droughns - NYG Laurence Maroney - NE Chris Brown - HOU Najeh Davenport - PIT Frank Gore - SF Steven Jackson - STL Aaron Stecker - NO Fred Taylor - JAC Shaun Alexander - SEA Cedric Benson - CHI Ronnie Brown - MIA Correll Buckhalter - PHI Reggie Bush - NO Warrick Dunn - TB Justin Fargas - OAK Travis Henry - DEN Brandon Jacobs - NYG Cleo Lemon - JAC Maurice Morris - SEA DeAngelo Williams - CAR DeShawn Wynn - GB Derek Anderson - CLE Daunte Culpepper - OAK T.J. Duckett - SEA Heath Evans - NE DeShaun Foster - SF Samkon Gado - MIA Tarvaris Jackson - MIN Larry Johnson - KC Rudi Johnson - CIN LaMont Jordan - NE Kenton Keith - IND Peyton Manning - IND Sammy Morris - NE Adrian Peterson - CHI Derrick Ward - NYG Leon Washington - NYJ Carnell Williams - TB Vince Young - TEN Tom Brady - NE Kyle Eckel - NE 15 12 12 11 10 10 9 9 8 8 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 6 6 6 5 5 5 5 5 5 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 2 Receptions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. T.J. Houshmandzadeh - CIN Wes Welker - NE Reggie Wayne - IND Derrick Mason - BAL Brandon Marshall - DEN Larry Fitzgerald - ARI Tony Gonzalez - KC Marques Colston - NO Randy Moss - NE Jason Witten - DAL Bobby Engram - SEA Torry Holt - STL Chad Johnson - CIN Brian Westbrook - PHI Steve Smith - CAR Roddy White - ATL Jerricho Cotchery - NYJ Donald Driver - GB Kellen Winslow - CLE Terrell Owens - DAL Braylon Edwards - CLE Shaun McDonald - DET Kevin Curtis - PHI Antonio Gates - SD Reggie Bush - NO Bernard Berrian - MIN Anquan Boldin - ARI Hines Ward - PIT Dwayne Bowe - KC Plaxico Burress - NYG Chris Cooley - WAS Kevin Walter - HOU Owen Daniels - HOU Roy Williams - DET Ike Hilliard - TB Reggie Brown - PHI Mike Furrey - DET Santana Moss - WAS Andre Johnson - HOU LaDainian Tomlinson - SD Amani Toomer - NYG Dallas Clark - IND Joey Galloway - TB Jeremy Shockey - NO Isaac Bruce - SF Laveranues Coles - NYJ Ronald Curry - OAK Lee Evans - BUF Justin Gage - TEN Roydell Williams - TEN David Patten - NO 112 112 104 103 102 100 99 98 98 96 94 93 93 90 87 83 82 82 82 81 80 79 77 75 73 71 71 71 70 70 66 65 63 63 62 61 61 61 60 60 59 58 57 57 55 55 55 55 55 55 54 35 of 178 Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT 2007 STATISTICAL LEADERS 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. 59. 60. 61. 62. 63. 64. 65. 66. 67. 68. 69. 70. 71. 72. 73. 74. 75. Bobby Wade - MIN Frank Gore - SF Michael Jenkins - ATL Greg Jennings - GB Vernon Davis - SF Santonio Holmes - PIT Kenny Watson - CIN Adrian Peterson - CHI Antwaan Randle El - WAS Josh Reed - BUF Arnaz Battle - SF Marty Booker - CHI Nate Burleson - SEA Patrick Crayton - DAL Joe Jurevicius - CLE Deion Branch - SEA Earnest Graham - TB Tony Scheffler - DEN Mark Clayton - BAL Calvin Johnson - DET Eric Johnson - NO Donald Lee - GB Kevin Faulk - NE James Jones - GB 54 53 53 53 52 52 52 51 51 51 50 50 50 50 50 49 49 49 48 48 48 48 47 47 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. 59. 60. 61. 62. 63. 64. 65. 66. 67. 68. 69. 70. 71. 72. 73. 74. 75. Isaac Bruce - SF Hines Ward - PIT Antwaan Randle El - WAS Ike Hilliard - TB Roydell Williams - TEN Ronald Curry - OAK Jerry Porter - JAC Patrick Crayton - DAL Donte' Stallworth - CLE Nate Burleson - SEA James Jones - GB Mike Furrey - DET Deion Branch - SEA Bobby Wade - MIN Laveranues Coles - NYJ Brandon Stokley - DEN Reggie Williams - JAC Vincent Jackson - SD Jeremy Shockey - NO Dallas Clark - IND Joe Jurevicius - CLE Dennis Northcutt - JAC Arnaz Battle - SF Andre' Davis - HOU Josh Reed - BUF Anthony Gonzalez - IND Donald Lee - GB Muhsin Muhammad - CAR Heath Miller - PIT Marty Booker - CHI Chris Chambers - SD Tony Scheffler - DEN 733 732 728 722 719 717 705 697 697 694 676 664 661 647 646 635 629 623 619 616 614 601 600 583 578 576 575 570 566 556 555 549 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. 59. 60. 61. 62. 63. 64. 65. 66. 67. 68. 69. 70. 71. 72. 73. 74. 75. Arnaz Battle - SF Bernard Berrian - MIN Dwayne Bowe - KC Alge Crumpler - TEN Lee Evans - BUF Jabar Gaffney - NE Tony Gonzalez - KC Derrick Mason - BAL Leonard Pope - ARI Tony Scheffler - DEN Brandon Stokley - DEN Nate Washington - PIT Brian Westbrook - PHI Roy Williams - DET Kellen Winslow - CLE Deion Branch - SEA Reggie Brown - PHI Isaac Bruce - SF Drew Carter - OAK Chris Chambers - SD Desmond Clark - CHI Ronald Curry - OAK Vernon Davis - SF Michael Jenkins - ATL Calvin Johnson - DET Matt Jones - JAC Ruvell Martin - GB Dennis Northcutt - JAC Sidney Rice - MIN Jerramy Stevens - TB Kevin Walter - HOU Roydell Williams - TEN Joseph Addai - IND Chris Baker - NYJ Drew Bennett - STL Tony Curtis - DAL Owen Daniels - HOU Devard Darling - KC Andre' Davis - HOU Bubba Franks - NYJ 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Receiving yards 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. Reggie Wayne - IND Randy Moss - NE Chad Johnson - CIN Larry Fitzgerald - ARI Terrell Owens - DAL Brandon Marshall - DEN Braylon Edwards - CLE Marques Colston - NO Roddy White - ATL Torry Holt - STL Wes Welker - NE Tony Gonzalez - KC Bobby Engram - SEA Jason Witten - DAL T.J. Houshmandzadeh - CIN Jerricho Cotchery - NYJ Kevin Curtis - PHI Kellen Winslow - CLE Derrick Mason - BAL Donald Driver - GB Plaxico Burress - NYG Joey Galloway - TB Steve Smith - CAR Dwayne Bowe - KC Antonio Gates - SD Bernard Berrian - MIN Shaun McDonald - DET Santonio Holmes - PIT Greg Jennings - GB Anquan Boldin - ARI Andre Johnson - HOU Lee Evans - BUF Roy Williams - DET Santana Moss - WAS Kevin Walter - HOU David Patten - NO Chris Cooley - WAS Reggie Brown - PHI Brian Westbrook - PHI Owen Daniels - HOU Amani Toomer - NYG Calvin Johnson - DET Justin Gage - TEN 1,510 1,493 1,440 1,409 1,355 1,325 1,289 1,202 1,202 1,189 1,175 1,172 1,147 1,145 1,143 1,130 1,110 1,106 1,087 1,048 1,025 1,014 1,002 995 984 951 943 942 920 853 851 849 836 808 800 792 786 780 771 768 760 756 750 Receiving TDs 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. Randy Moss - NE Braylon Edwards - CLE Terrell Owens - DAL Plaxico Burress - NYG T.J. Houshmandzadeh - CIN Greg Jennings - GB Dallas Clark - IND Marques Colston - NO Larry Fitzgerald - ARI Reggie Wayne - IND Reggie Williams - JAC Anquan Boldin - ARI Nate Burleson - SEA Antonio Gates - SD Chris Cooley - WAS Santonio Holmes - PIT Andre Johnson - HOU Chad Johnson - CIN Wes Welker - NE Patrick Crayton - DAL Torry Holt - STL Brandon Marshall - DEN Heath Miller - PIT Steve Smith - CAR Hines Ward - PIT Jason Witten - DAL Laveranues Coles - NYJ Kevin Curtis - PHI Bobby Engram - SEA Joey Galloway - TB Donald Lee - GB Shaun McDonald - DET Jerry Porter - JAC Benjamin Watson - NE Roddy White - ATL 23 16 15 12 12 12 11 11 10 10 10 9 9 9 8 8 8 8 8 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 Total yards from scrimmage 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. Brian Westbrook - PHI LaDainian Tomlinson - SD Clinton Portis - WAS Adrian Peterson - MIN Jamal Lewis - CLE Frank Gore - SF Reggie Wayne - IND Randy Moss - NE Chad Johnson - CIN Willie Parker - PIT Willis McGahee - BAL Joseph Addai - IND Edgerrin James - ARI Larry Fitzgerald - ARI Brandon Marshall - DEN Terrell Owens - DAL Thomas Jones - NYJ Marshawn Lynch - BUF Braylon Edwards - CLE Steven Jackson - STL Fred Taylor - JAC Marion Barber - DAL LenDale White - TEN Earnest Graham - TB Wes Welker - NE Marques Colston - NO Roddy White - ATL 2,104 1,949 1,651 1,609 1,552 1,538 1,514 1,493 1,487 1,480 1,438 1,436 1,426 1,409 1,382 1,360 1,336 1,299 1,289 1,273 1,260 1,257 1,224 1,222 1,209 1,202 1,200 36 of 178 For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT 2007 STATISTICAL LEADERS 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. 59. 60. 61. 62. 63. 64. 65. 66. 67. 68. 69. 70. 71. 72. 73. 74. 75. Justin Fargas - OAK Torry Holt - STL Brandon Jacobs - NYG Maurice Jones-Drew - JAC Tony Gonzalez - KC Jerricho Cotchery - NYJ T.J. Houshmandzadeh - CIN Bobby Engram - SEA Jason Witten - DAL Kenny Watson - CIN Chester Taylor - MIN Kevin Curtis - PHI Kellen Winslow - CLE Ryan Grant - GB Derrick Mason - BAL Steve Smith - CAR DeShaun Foster - SF Donald Driver - GB Plaxico Burress - NYG Joey Galloway - TB Reggie Bush - NO Dwayne Bowe - KC Ronnie Brown - MIA Antonio Gates - SD Selvin Young - DEN Santonio Holmes - PIT Warrick Dunn - TB Bernard Berrian - MIN Laurence Maroney - NE Shaun McDonald - DET Adrian Peterson - CHI Greg Jennings - GB DeAngelo Williams - CAR Jerious Norwood - ATL Ron Dayne - HOU Anquan Boldin - ARI Andre Johnson - HOU Lee Evans - BUF Maurice Morris - SEA Roy Williams - DET Kevin Walter - HOU Santana Moss - WAS Reggie Brown - PHI Calvin Johnson - DET Cedric Benson - CHI LaMont Jordan - NE Shaun Alexander - SEA Julius Jones - SEA 1,197 1,189 1,183 1,175 1,172 1,168 1,157 1,147 1,145 1,137 1,125 1,110 1,106 1,101 1,087 1,068 1,058 1,052 1,025 1,015 998 995 991 984 960 959 958 951 951 945 930 920 892 890 885 867 851 849 841 837 830 821 816 808 797 796 792 791 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. 59. 60. 61. 62. 63. 64. 65. 66. 67. 68. 69. 70. 71. 72. 73. 74. 75. Adewale Ogunleye - CHI Michael Strahan - NYG James Harrison - PIT Shaun Phillips - SD Derrick Burgess - OAK Chris Clemons - PHI Tommie Harris - CHI Antwan Odom - CIN Greg White - TB Tamba Hali - KC Paul Spicer - JAC Robert Mathis - IND Shaun Rogers - CLE Will Smith - NO Darryl Tapp - SEA Corey Williams - CLE Will Witherspoon - STL Jared DeVries - DET James Farrior - PIT Jarvis Green - NE Calvin Pace - NYJ Aaron Schobel - BUF Adalius Thomas - NE Dewayne White - DET Bryant Young - SF Gaines Adams - TB La'Roi Glover - STL Jovan Haye - TB Albert Haynesworth - TEN Travis LaBoy - ARI Amobi Okoye - HOU Joey Porter - MIA Fred Robbins - NYG Antonio Smith - ARI Mark Anderson - CHI Ray Edwards - MIN Shaun Ellis - NYJ David Harris - NYJ Ben Leber - MIN Juqua Parker - PHI Terrell Suggs - BAL Kenechi Udeze - MIN Brian Urlacher - CHI Marcus Washington - WAS Kamerion Wimbley - CLE Alex Brown - CHI Tim Crowder - DEN E.J. Henderson - MIN Mathias Kiwanuka - NYG Brian Robison - MIN Tony Brown - TEN Rosevelt Colvin - HOU Clark Haggans - ARI Roman Harper - NO Gerald Hayes - ARI Derrick Johnson - KC 9.0 9.0 8.5 8.5 8.0 8.0 8.0 8.0 8.0 7.5 7.5 7.0 7.0 7.0 7.0 7.0 7.0 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.0 6.0 6.0 6.0 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. 59. 60. 61. 62. 63. 64. 65. 66. 67. 68. 69. 70. 71. 72. 73. 74. 75. DeAngelo Hall - OAK Leon Hall - CIN Ken Hamlin - DAL Clinton Hart - SD Roderick Hood - ARI Sean Jones - CLE Reggie Nelson - JAC Kerry Rhodes - NYJ Antrel Rolle - ARI Sean Taylor - WAS Brian Urlacher - CHI Antoine Bethea - IND Gary Brackett - IND Fakhir Brown - STL Nate Clements - SF Walt Harris - SF Johnathan Joseph - CIN Sammy Knight - NYG Sam Madison - NYG Terrence McGee - BUF Kirk Morrison - OAK Terence Newman - DAL Jermaine Phillips - TB Darren Sharper - MIN Dwight Smith - DET Shawn Springs - WAS Lofa Tatupu - SEA Gibril Wilson - OAK Charles Woodson - GB Jason Allen - MIA Champ Bailey - DEN Fred Bennett - HOU Sheldon Brown - PHI Phillip Buchanon - TB Deke Cooper - ATL Chris Crocker - MIA Karlos Dansby - ARI Jason David - NO London Fletcher - WAS Randall Gay - NO Deon Grant - SEA Michael Griffin - TEN Nick Harper - TEN Roman Harper - NO Kelvin Hayden - IND Richard Marshall - CAR Marlon McCree - DEN Mike McKenzie - NO Chinedum Ndukwe - CIN Jarrad Page - KC Darrelle Revis - NYJ Aaron Ross - NYG Stanford Routt - OAK Junior Seau - NE Keith Smith - DET Ike Taylor - PIT Charles Tillman - CHI Matt Wilhelm - SD Brian Williams - JAC Gerald Alexander - DET Ronde Barber - TB Nick Barnett - GB Ron Bartell - STL Rocky Boiman - PHI 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 2 2 2 2 Sacks 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. Jared Allen - MIN Patrick Kerney - SEA DeMarcus Ware - DAL Mario Williams - HOU Osi Umenyiora - NYG Trent Cole - PHI Greg Ellis - DAL Shawne Merriman - SD Mike Vrabel - NE Elvis Dumervil - DEN Aaron Kampman - GB Kyle Vanden Bosch - TEN Jason Taylor - WAS Andre Carter - WAS John Abraham - ATL Justin Tuck - NYG Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila - GB Julian Peterson - SEA Darnell Dockett - ARI 15.5 14.5 14.0 14.0 13.0 12.5 12.5 12.5 12.5 12.0 12.0 12.0 11.0 10.5 10.0 10.0 9.5 9.5 9.0 Interceptions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Antonio Cromartie - SD Oshiomogho Atogwe - STL Ed Reed - BAL Marcus Trufant - SEA Leigh Bodden - DET Anthony Henry - DAL Thomas Howard - OAK Asante Samuel - PHI Atari Bigby - GB Dre' Bly - DEN Keith Bulluck - TEN 10 8 7 7 6 6 6 6 5 5 5 Fumble recoveries 1. Chad Greenway - MIN 2. Jovan Haye - TB 3. Leigh Bodden - DET 4 4 3 37 of 178 Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT 2007 STATISTICAL LEADERS 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. 59. 60. 61. 62. 63. 64. 65. 66. 67. 68. 69. 70. 71. 72. 73. C.C. Brown - HOU Jared DeVries - DET Elvis Dumervil - DEN Chris Harris - CAR James Harrison - PIT Tanard Jackson - TB Bradie James - DAL Adewale Ogunleye - CHI Mark Roman - SF Barrett Ruud - TB DeMeco Ryans - HOU Antonio Smith - ARI Will Smith - NO Jason Taylor - WAS Gerald Alexander - DET Will Allen - TB Ronde Barber - TB Idrees Bashir - DET Alex Brown - CHI Rosevelt Colvin - HOU Stephen Cooper - SD Antonio Cromartie - SD Tim Crowder - DEN Phillip Daniels - WAS Keyunta Dawson - IND Will Demps - HOU John DiGiorgio - BUF Tim Dobbins - SD Nick Ferguson - HOU Scott Fujita - NO Ian Gold - DEN Cedric Griffin - MIN Ramon Guzman - IND Nick Harper - TEN E.J. Henderson - MIN Victor Hobson - NE Marcus Hudson - SF Dexter Jackson - CIN Marlin Jackson - IND Quentin Jammer - SD Rashad Jeanty - CIN Kelly Jennings - SEA Landon Johnson - CAR LaRon Landry - WAS Ken Lucas - CAR Richard Marshall - CAR Shawne Merriman - SD Calvin Pace - NYJ Juqua Parker - PHI Julius Peppers - CAR Julian Peterson - SEA Antonio Pierce - NYG Mike Rucker - CAR Rich Scanlon - TEN Brandon Siler - SD Aaron Smith - PIT Daryl Smith - JAC Darryl Tapp - SEA Lawrence Timmons - PIT Osi Umenyiora - NYG Brian Urlacher - CHI Dewayne White - DET Greg White - TB Tracy White - GB D.J. Williams - DEN Charles Woodson - GB Hamza Abdullah - DEN Mike Adams - CLE Victor Adeyanju - STL Charlie Anderson - MIA 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 74. Adam Archuleta - OAK 75. Baraka Atkins - SEA 1 1 Tackles 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. 59. 60. 61. 62. 63. 64. 65. Patrick Willis - SF D.J. Williams - DEN Jon Beason - CAR Ernie Sims - DET Nick Barnett - GB London Fletcher - WAS DeMeco Ryans - HOU Angelo Crowell - BUF Brian Urlacher - CHI David Thornton - TEN David Harris - NYJ Ray Lewis - BAL Kirk Morrison - OAK Morlon Greenwood - HOU E.J. Henderson - MIN Gary Brackett - IND Paris Lenon - DET Napoleon Harris - KC Barrett Ruud - TB John DiGiorgio - BUF Keith Brooking - ATL Will Witherspoon - STL Derrick Brooks - TB Lofa Tatupu - SEA Stephen Cooper - SD Donnie Edwards - KC A.J. Hawk - GB Landon Johnson - CAR Michael Boley - ATL Lance Briggs - CHI Michael Lewis - SF Antonio Pierce - NYG Omar Gaither - PHI D'Qwell Jackson - CLE Bradie James - DAL Karlos Dansby - ARI Chad Greenway - MIN Gerald Hayes - ARI Bob Sanders - IND Matt Wilhelm - SD James Farrior - PIT Thomas Howard - OAK Sean Jones - CLE Scott Fujita - NO Von Hutchins - ATL Bart Scott - BAL Cortland Finnegan - TEN Chris Harris - CAR Derrick Johnson - KC Sammy Knight - NYG Calvin Pace - NYJ Tedy Bruschi - NE Nate Clements - SF Lawyer Milloy - ATL Cedric Griffin - MIN Bernard Pollard - KC Donte Whitner - BUF Roy Williams - DAL Leigh Bodden - DET Keith Bulluck - TEN Marlin Jackson - IND Kenoy Kennedy - DET LaRon Landry - WAS Michael Huff - OAK Darrelle Revis - NYJ 174 141 137 134 131 129 127 126 123 122 121 121 120 119 119 116 116 115 114 112 110 110 109 109 108 106 104 104 103 103 103 102 101 101 101 99 99 98 97 97 96 96 96 94 94 94 93 93 93 93 93 92 92 91 89 89 89 89 88 88 88 88 88 87 87 66. 67. 68. 69. 70. 71. 72. 73. 74. 75. Thomas Davis - CAR James Harrison - PIT Dhani Jones - CIN Rocky McIntosh - WAS Nate Webster - DEN Takeo Spikes - SF Marcus Trufant - SEA Atari Bigby - GB DeMarcus Ware - DAL Gibril Wilson - OAK 86 86 86 86 86 85 85 84 84 84 This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 38 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT 2007 STATISTICAL LEADERS Kickers FGM FGA 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. Mason Crosby - GB Stephen Gostkowski - NE Rob Bironas - TEN Nick Folk - DAL Shayne Graham - CIN Josh Brown - STL Robbie Gould - CHI Jason Hanson - DET Phil Dawson - CLE Matt Bryant - TB Nate Kaeding - SD Adam Vinatieri - IND Shaun Suisham - WAS Kris Brown - HOU Jason Elam - ATL Jeff Reed - PIT Mike Nugent - NYJ Neil Rackers - ARI Lawrence Tynes - NYG David Akers - PHI Matt Stover - BAL Morten Andersen - ATL John Kasay - CAR Ryan Longwell - MIN Sebastian Janikowski - OAK Jeff Wilkins - STL Rian Lindell - BUF Jay Feely - KC Joe Nedney - SF Olindo Mare - SEA Josh Scobee - JAC Dave Rayner - DET John Carney - KC Martin Gramatica - NO John Carney - KC 31 21 35 26 31 28 31 29 26 28 24 23 29 25 27 23 29 21 23 24 27 25 24 20 23 24 24 21 17 10 12 15 9 5 3 39 24 39 31 34 34 36 35 30 33 27 29 35 29 31 25 36 30 27 32 32 28 28 24 32 32 27 23 19 17 13 22 11 5 3 PAT Pts 48 74 28 53 37 43 33 35 42 34 46 49 29 40 33 44 23 47 40 36 26 24 27 39 28 25 24 26 22 34 26 14 20 8 7 141 137 133 131 130 127 126 122 120 118 118 118 116 115 114 113 110 110 109 108 107 99 99 99 97 97 96 89 73 64 62 59 47 23 16 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. San Francisco New Orleans Cincinnati Chicago Atlanta Cleveland Buffalo Detroit 1,896 1,646 1,893 1,967 2,033 2,072 1,993 1,911 118.5 102.9 118.3 122.9 127.1 129.5 124.6 119.4 3,643 3,924 3,687 3,708 3,655 3,681 3,814 4,131 227.7 245.3 230.4 231.8 228.4 230.1 238.4 258.2 5,539 5,570 5,580 5,675 5,688 5,753 5,807 6,042 346.2 348.1 348.8 354.7 355.5 359.6 362.9 377.6 Defense (Points) Rushing Receiving TDs TDs 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. Indianapolis Pittsburgh Tampa Bay New England San Diego Green Bay Seattle Tennessee Philadelphia Jacksonville Washington Minnesota Dallas Kansas City Carolina Chicago N.Y. Giants Buffalo N.Y. Jets San Francisco Cleveland Houston Baltimore Cincinnati New Orleans Oakland Arizona Denver Atlanta Miami St. Louis Detroit 10 6 11 7 11 6 16 11 10 12 10 7 12 11 13 17 12 15 14 9 8 15 9 11 7 24 13 14 12 18 16 19 16 22 18 23 20 23 15 21 16 20 20 22 19 17 22 19 24 19 18 24 29 25 27 29 32 17 26 25 27 28 25 32 Total PPG 16.4 16.8 16.9 17.1 17.8 18.2 18.2 18.6 18.8 19.0 19.4 19.4 20.3 20.9 21.7 21.8 21.9 22.1 22.2 22.8 23.9 24.0 24.0 24.1 24.3 24.9 24.9 25.6 25.9 27.3 27.4 27.8 Defense (Yards) Rushing Receiving Yards Avg. Yards Avg. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. Pittsburgh Tampa Bay Indianapolis New England Tennessee Baltimore N.Y. Giants Washington Dallas Philadelphia Green Bay Jacksonville Kansas City San Diego Seattle Carolina Arizona N.Y. Jets Denver Minnesota St. Louis Oakland Miami Houston 1,438 1,726 1,711 1,572 1,478 1,268 1,563 1,460 1,513 1,533 1,647 1,605 2,089 1,712 1,644 1,771 1,567 2,156 2,282 1,185 1,844 2,334 2,456 1,825 89.9 107.9 106.9 98.3 92.4 79.3 97.7 91.3 94.6 95.8 102.9 100.3 130.6 107.0 102.8 110.7 97.9 134.8 142.6 74.1 115.3 145.9 153.5 114.1 2,824 2,728 2,764 3,041 3,187 3,557 3,317 3,424 3,409 3,449 3,366 3,416 3,022 3,412 3,505 3,426 3,716 3,154 3,094 4,225 3,613 3,132 3,019 3,682 176.5 170.5 172.8 190.1 199.2 222.3 207.3 214.0 213.1 215.6 210.4 213.5 188.9 213.3 219.1 214.1 232.3 197.1 193.4 264.1 225.8 195.8 188.7 230.1 Total 4,262 4,454 4,475 4,613 4,665 4,825 4,880 4,884 4,922 4,982 5,013 5,021 5,111 5,124 5,149 5,197 5,283 5,310 5,376 5,410 5,457 5,466 5,475 5,507 Avg. 266.4 278.4 279.7 288.3 291.6 301.6 305.0 305.3 307.6 311.4 313.3 313.8 319.4 320.3 321.8 324.8 330.2 331.9 336.0 338.1 341.1 341.6 342.2 344.2 Kick returns No. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. Joshua Cribbs - CLE Andre' Davis - HOU Leon Washington - NYJ Darren Sproles - SD Maurice Jones-Drew - JAC Ellis Hobbs - NE Rock Cartwright - WAS Miles Austin - DAL Jerious Norwood - ATL Dante Hall - STL Aveion Cason - DET Yamon Figurs - BAL Glenn Holt - CIN Ahmad Bradshaw - NYG Terrence McGee - BUF Pierre Thomas - NO Maurice Hicks - MIN Koren Robinson - GB 59 32 47 37 31 35 52 24 52 29 42 46 59 38 45 36 63 25 Avg. Yards 30.7 30.3 27.5 27.2 26.2 26.0 25.8 25.5 25.3 25.1 24.8 24.7 24.3 24.2 24.0 24.0 23.8 23.8 1,809 968 1,291 1,008 811 911 1,339 612 1,317 729 1,041 1,138 1,432 921 1,082 865 1,502 596 TD 2 3 3 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 39 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT 2007 STATISTICAL LEADERS 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. Allen Rossum - SF T.J. Rushing - IND Ryne Robinson - CAR Tramon Williams - GB Ted Ginn Jr. - MIA J.R. Reed - PHI Chris Carr - TEN Steve Breaston - ARI Nate Burleson - SEA Devin Hester - CHI Correll Buckhalter - PHI Eddie Drummond - PIT 38 31 26 30 63 31 59 62 27 43 37 37 23.3 23.0 23.0 22.8 22.7 22.6 22.5 22.4 21.9 21.7 21.6 21.2 885 714 598 684 1,433 701 1,327 1,391 590 934 798 785 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 0 0 Punt returns No. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. Roscoe Parrish - BUF Devin Hester - CHI Dante Hall - STL Joshua Cribbs - CLE T.J. Rushing - IND Nate Burleson - SEA Yamon Figurs - BAL Wes Welker - NE Ted Ginn Jr. - MIA Darren Sproles - SD Jacoby Jones - HOU Chris Davis - TEN Steve Breaston - ARI Lance Moore - NO Dennis Northcutt - JAC Leon Washington - NYJ Patrick Crayton - DAL Ryne Robinson - CAR Charles Woodson - GB Reno Mahe - PHI Troy Walters - DET Michael Lewis - SF R.W. McQuarters - NYG Bobby Wade - MIN Eddie Drummond - PIT Allen Rossum - SF Adam Jennings - ATL Antwaan Randle El - WAS Ike Hilliard - TB Antonio Chatman - CIN 27 42 19 30 19 58 16 25 24 24 30 31 42 20 26 20 22 30 33 31 15 44 42 16 32 36 30 34 15 18 Avg. Yards 16.3 15.5 15.1 13.5 13.1 11.3 10.7 10.0 9.6 9.5 9.5 9.5 9.4 9.3 9.2 9.2 9.1 8.7 8.1 8.0 7.9 7.6 7.6 7.0 6.9 6.4 6.2 6.1 6.1 5.2 440 651 286 405 249 658 171 249 230 229 286 293 395 185 240 183 201 262 268 249 118 336 318 112 222 232 186 209 92 93 TD 1 4 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 40 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT 2008 STAT PROJECTIONS Quarterbacks Player Cmp. Tom Brady (NE) 350 Peyton Manning (IND) 332 Tony Romo (DAL) 322 Drew Brees (NO) 389 Ben Roethlisberger (PIT) 280 Carson Palmer (CIN) 348 Derek Anderson (CLE) 280 Matt Hasselbeck (SEA) 297 David Garrard (JAC) 249 Marc Bulger (STL) 301 Jay Cutler (DEN) 298 Eli Manning (NYG) 313 Donovan McNabb (PHI) 274 Philip Rivers (SD) 279 Jake Delhomme (CAR) 275 Player Cmp. Jon Kitna (DET) 296 Aaron Rodgers (GB) 263 Matt Leinart (ARI) 237 Vince Young (TEN) 232 Jeff Garcia (TB) 221 Jason Campbell (WAS) 240 Matt Schaub (HOU) 222 Trent Edwards (BUF) 197 JaMarcus Russell (OAK) 189 Tarvaris Jackson (MIN) 175 Chris Redman (ATL) 158 Brodie Croyle (KC) 163 J.T. O'Sullivan (SF) 154 Brett Favre (NYJ) 282 Att. 555 547 504 601 451 550 493 491 415 490 470 538 452 456 454 Att. 477 436 416 389 356 401 351 339 337 302 274 288 271 466 Pct. 6310.0 6070.0 6390.0 6470.0 6210.0 6330.0 5680.0 6050.0 6000.0 6140.0 6340.0 5820.0 6060.0 6120.0 6060.0 Pct. 6210.0 6030.0 5700.0 5960.0 6210.0 6000.0 6320.0 5810.0 5610.0 5790.0 5770.0 5660.0 5680.0 6050.0 Yds. 4378 4321 4032 4447 3520 3855 3547 3681 2829 3578 3503 3603 3164 3240 3446 Yds. 3385 3010 2730 2673 2560 2675 2705 2100 2260 1892 2002 1731 1760 3390 Passing Avg. TD 7.9 36 7.9 32 8.0 32 7.0 27 7.8 28 7.1 28 7.2 25 7.5 25 6.9 21 7.3 24 7.5 22 6.7 25 7.0 18 7.1 21 7.5 22 Passing Avg. TD 7.1 17 6.9 14 6.6 16 6.9 12 7.2 13 6.7 14 7.7 13 6.2 11 6.7 12 6.3 10 7.3 12 6.0 10 6.5 11 7.2 20 Int. 8 10 17 17 14 16 18 15 9 14 15 18 8 13 12 Int. 16 8 9 12 5 12 10 9 14 11 10 9 10 18 Rat. 103.1 97.5 97.4 90.0 94.1 88.6 81.1 87.1 94.1 88.1 88.3 80.0 87.7 86.1 82.1 Rat. 81.3 84.2 80.7 77.8 90.1 78.9 87.4 76.1 71.3 72.3 79.1 72.8 74.7 79.2 300YG 7 5 6 5 2 5 3 3 1 2 2 2 2 1 1 300YG 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 0 1 0 0 2 Att. ---------------Att. --------------Yds 100 32 135 50 154 33 68 94 137 61 176 54 210 40 58 Yds 56 105 59 335 103 122 75 58 39 181 23 33 113 19 Rushing Avg. ---------------Rushing Avg. --------------TD Fan. Pts. 2 389.1 2 358.0 2 336.8 1 308.9 2 302.2 1 293.5 2 270.7 0 268.6 1 260.9 0 259.2 1 255.7 0 253.5 1 237.6 0 223.6 0 203.6 TD Fan. Pts. 0 201.0 1 194.9 1 193.1 2 192.4 1 182.7 1 173.2 1 171.7 1 141.8 1 136.3 2 133.8 0 128.4 0 106.5 1 0 Running Backs Player LaDainian Tomlinson (SD) Adrian Peterson (MIN) Brian Westbrook (PHI) Joseph Addai (IND) Steven Jackson (STL) Marshawn Lynch (BUF) Larry Johnson (KC) Frank Gore (SF) Clinton Portis (WAS) Willis McGahee (BAL) Marion Barber (DAL) Willie Parker (PIT) Ryan Grant (GB) Maurice Jones-Drew (JAC) Laurence Maroney (NE) Player Brandon Jacobs (NYG) Jamal Lewis (CLE) Fred Taylor (JAC) Edgerrin James (ARI) Thomas Jones (NYJ) Earnest Graham (TB) LenDale White (TEN) Reggie Bush (NO) Michael Turner (ATL) Julius Jones (SEA) Kevin Smith (DET) Jonathan Stewart (CAR) Att. 309 324 275 279 303 341 299 272 301 299 208 320 288 170 252 Att. 232 295 219 285 306 245 285 164 230 225 225 180 Yds. 1505 1680 1313 1284 1333 1398 1350 1300 1204 1207 999 1345 1275 836 1134 Yds. 1178 1201 1095 1117 1233 933 1088 625 989 928 913 744 Rushing Avg. TD 4.9 16 5.2 14 4.8 7 4.6 13 4.4 11 4.1 11 4.5 11 4.8 8 4.0 10 4.0 8 4.8 11 4.2 7 4.4 8 4.9 10 4.5 9 Rushing Avg. TD 5.1 8 4.1 7 5.0 7 3.9 5 4.0 4 3.8 6 3.8 7 3.8 5 4.3 4 4.1 3 4.1 4 4.1 7 100YG 8 9 6 5 5 6 6 7 6 6 3 7 6 2 4 100YG 5 4 4 4 5 3 5 1 3 2 3 2 Rec. 55 25 81 45 59 28 35 55 35 41 40 25 45 40 12 Rec. 20 28 14 41 25 40 18 76 19 25 15 18 Receiving Yds. Avg. 460 8.4 224 9.0 745 9.2 417 9.3 561 9.5 288 10.3 245 7.0 446 8.1 300 8.6 271 6.6 205 5.1 189 7.6 232 5.2 405 10.1 124 10.3 Receiving Yds. Avg. 167 8.4 221 7.9 110 7.9 261 6.4 200 8.0 260 6.5 163 9.1 524 6.9 175 9.2 178 7.1 151 10.1 144 8.0 TD Fan. Pts. 3 306.5 2 280.4 4 269.8 3 264.1 2 263.4 1 236.6 1 229.5 1 222.6 1 210.4 1 197.8 2 196.4 1 195.4 0 194.7 1 186.1 1 185.8 TD Fan. Pts. 1 180.5 0 180.2 1 166.5 0 165.8 0 165.3 1 159.3 0 159.1 3 158.9 1 146.4 0 126.6 0 126.4 0 124.8 41 of 178 Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT 2008 STAT PROJECTIONS Selvin Young (DEN) 188 Matt Forte (CHI) 180 DeAngelo Williams (CAR) 180 Player Att. Chester Taylor (MIN) 112 Felix Jones (DAL) 150 Chris Brown (HOU) 160 Chris Johnson (TEN) 120 Jerious Norwood (ATL) 105 Ahman Green (HOU) 130 Kenny Watson (CIN) 90 Brandon Jackson (GB) 100 Sammy Morris (NE) 121 Lorenzo Booker (PHI) 101 Ladell Betts (WAS) 93 Rashard Mendenhall (PIT) 100 Tatum Bell (DET) 115 Maurice Morris (SEA) 103 Warrick Dunn (TB) 100 Player Adrian Peterson (CHI) Cedric Benson (CHI) T.J. Duckett (SEA) Jesse Chatman (NYJ) Fred Jackson (BUF) Kolby Smith (KC) Darren Sproles (SD) DeShaun Foster (SF) Dominic Rhodes (IND) Antonio Pittman (STL) Mike Hart (IND) Jamaal Charles (KC) Steve Slaton (HOU) Carnell Williams (TB) Ricky Williams (MIA) Player Darren McFadden (OAK) Rudi Johnson (CIN) Chris Perry (CIN) Ray Rice (BAL) Ronnie Brown (MIA) Justin Fargas (OAK) Ahmad Bradshaw (NYG) Att. 65 90 50 81 65 74 61 75 65 75 33 35 30 25 185 Att. 210 190 155 115 204 150 125 880 745 740 Yds. 568 608 678 540 620 518 406 455 508 428 372 439 483 426 404 Yds. 265 350 203 348 286 294 267 320 286 304 135 140 123 94 696 Yds. 966 822 611 420 922 652 538 4.7 3 4.1 4 4.1 3 Rushing Avg. TD 5.1 3 4.1 3 4.2 3 4.5 2 5.9 2 4.0 2 4.5 3 4.6 2 4.2 2 4.2 1 4.0 2 4.4 2 4.2 2 4.1 1 4.0 1 Rushing Avg. TD 4.1 1 3.9 2 4.1 5 4.3 1 4.4 0 4.0 1 4.4 2 4.3 1 4.4 1 4.1 1 4.1 1 4.0 0 4.1 0 3.8 0 3.7 5 Rushing Avg. TD 4.6 6 4.3 5 3.9 3 3.6 3 4.5 2 4.3 3 4.3 4 3 2 1 100YG 0 1 2 2 1 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 100YG 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 100YG 2 2 0 0 2 2 0 32 25 26 Rec. 33 21 20 29 20 22 31 29 20 33 18 15 20 18 13 Rec. 27 10 3 16 25 16 18 11 12 9 5 6 5 5 29 Rec. 30 9 45 30 35 15 25 194 6.7 235 9.4 208 8.0 Receiving Yds. Avg. 308 9.3 230 11.0 147 7.4 205 7.1 191 9.6 154 7.0 230 7.4 240 8.3 138 6.9 231 7.0 162 9.0 164 10.9 98 4.9 126 7.0 92 7.1 Receiving Yds. Avg. 205 7.6 75 7.5 39 13.0 113 7.1 204 8.2 131 8.2 75 4.2 87 7.9 71 5.9 61 6.8 49 9.8 43 7.2 41 8.2 45 9.0 233 8.0 Receiving Yds. Avg. 222 7.4 65 7.2 301 6.7 222 7.4 311 8.9 149 9.9 241 9.6 0 0 1 121.4 118.0 116.8 TD Fan. Pts. 1 105.6 1 103.8 0 96.5 2 94.5 0 93.1 1 83.2 0 79.6 0 79.5 0 74.6 0 69.9 1 69.4 0 68.3 0 68.1 0 61.2 0 53.6 TD Fan. Pts. 0 53.0 0 52.5 0 52.2 0 52.1 0 47.0 0 46.5 0 46.2 0 42.7 0 41.7 0 40.5 0 24.4 0 18.3 0 16.4 0 13.9 2 TD Fan. Pts. 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 Wide Receivers Player Rec. Randy Moss (NE) 91 Terrell Owens (DAL) 83 Reggie Wayne (IND) 102 Braylon Edwards (CLE) 88 Larry Fitzgerald (ARI) 105 Marques Colston (NO) 93 Andre Johnson (HOU) 80 T.J. Houshmandzadeh (CIN) 107 Plaxico Burress (NYG) 75 Steve Smith (CAR) 70 Wes Welker (NE) 107 Torry Holt (STL) 91 Greg Jennings (GB) 72 Marvin Harrison (IND) 84 Roy Williams (DET) 77 Player Anquan Boldin (ARI) Santonio Holmes (PIT) Rec. 76 60 Yds. 1389 1344 1480 1360 1348 1247 1155 1081 1019 1025 1099 1178 1089 1007 1045 Yds. 988 1014 Receiving Avg. TD 15.2 16 16.2 14 14.5 11 15.5 12 12.8 10 13.4 11 14.4 10 10.1 11 13.6 11 14.6 6 10.3 8 12.9 7 15.1 8 12.0 9 13.6 8 Receiving Avg. TD 13.0 8 16.9 8 100YG Fan. Pts. 6 235 5 219 6 212 5 204 4 195 4 191 6 174 2 172 4 168 3 164 3 159 3 158 5 157 4 155 3 151 100YG Fan. Pts. 2 148 3 147 42 of 178 This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT 2008 STAT PROJECTIONS Donald Driver (GB) Roddy White (ATL) Dwayne Bowe (KC) Joey Galloway (TB) Chris Chambers (SD) Lee Evans (BUF) Bernard Berrian (MIN) Jerricho Cotchery (NYJ) Hines Ward (PIT) Reggie Brown (PHI) Santana Moss (WAS) Vincent Jackson (SD) Derrick Mason (BAL) 92 81 75 63 68 63 63 71 72 65 69 50 85 1075 1165 1064 912 1083 955 829 1054 791 855 825 669 859 Yds. 795 674 640 627 711 740 581 645 765 745 692 711 678 622 716 Yds. 595 601 511 555 605 653 947 1015 655 618 897 721 771 559 843 Yds. 802 1407 11.7 6 14.4 5 14.2 6 14.4 5 15.9 5 15.2 7 13.2 6 14.8 6 11.0 7 13.2 5 12.0 4 13.4 6 10.1 3 Receiving Avg. TD 13.6 4 11.8 4 11.9 6 12.5 6 14.2 4 11.9 4 11.3 6 12.2 5 12.5 3 13.5 3 11.2 4 12.9 2 12.8 4 10.5 4 11.2 2 Receiving Avg. TD 12.4 4 10.2 3 11.3 5 11.5 4 11.6 3 12.8 6 11.6 6 16.7 2 14.5 4 10.3 5 11.2 7 13.6 5 13.5 4 12.4 4 13.8 7 Receiving Avg. TD 13.8 3 15.8 6 3 4 3 2 4 2 2 2 0 1 2 1 0 145 143 142 142 141 138 124 123 121 118 104 103 102 Player Rec. Amani Toomer (NYG) 59 Jerry Porter (JAC) 57 Patrick Crayton (DAL) 54 Darrell Jackson (DEN) 50 Donte' Stallworth (CLE) 50 Ronald Curry (OAK) 62 Jabar Gaffney (NE) 51 Steve Smith (NYG) 53 Justin Gage (TEN) 61 David Patten (NO) 55 D.J. Hackett (CAR) 62 Antwaan Randle El (WAS) 55 James Hardy (BUF) 53 Shaun McDonald (DET) 59 Ike Hilliard (TB) 64 Player Rec. Ernest Wilford (MIA) 48 Kevin Walter (HOU) 59 Sidney Rice (MIN) 45 Drew Bennett (STL) 48 Muhsin Muhammad (CAR) 52 Anthony Gonzalez (IND) 51 Laveranues Coles (NYJ) 73 Calvin Johnson (DET) 61 Kevin Curtis (PHI) 45 Bobby Engram (SEA) 60 Nate Burleson (SEA) 80 Ted Ginn Jr. (MIA) 53 Bryant Johnson (SF) 57 Devin Hester (CHI) 43 Reggie Williams (JAC) 61 Player Javon Walker (OAK) Chad Johnson (CIN) Rec. 58 89 100YG Fan. Pts. 2 102 1 101 1 100 0 100 2 99 1 99 0 97 0 95 1 95 0 95 0 93 1 92 0 90 0 87 0 84 100YG Fan. Pts. 0 84 0 82 0 81 1 80 1 79 1 1 8 1 1 2 2 1 0 1 100YG Fan. Pts. 1 5 Tight Ends Player Jason Witten (DAL) Kellen Winslow (CLE) Antonio Gates (SD) Tony Gonzalez (KC) Jeremy Shockey (NO) Owen Daniels (HOU) Chris Cooley (WAS) Dallas Clark (IND) Todd Heap (BAL) Tony Scheffler (DEN) Vernon Davis (SF) Heath Miller (PIT) Alge Crumpler (TEN) Kevin Boss (NYG) Rec. 86 85 79 83 70 69 65 60 64 57 45 50 51 45 Yds. 1086 1058 1011 988 805 831 774 683 691 644 536 590 587 539 Receiving Avg. TD 12.6 5 12.4 5 12.8 9 11.9 4 12.4 7 12.0 5 11.9 7 11.4 7 10.8 5 11.3 5 11.9 5 11.8 7 11.5 6 12.0 3 100YG Fan. Pts. 3 68 3 66 4 63 4 62 2 54 1 52 1 48 0 46 0 43 0 40 0 38 0 37 0 37 0 36 43 of 178 Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT 2008 STAT PROJECTIONS Benjamin Watson (NE) Player L.J. Smith (PHI) Randy McMichael (STL) Greg Olsen (CHI) Eric Johnson (NO) Zach Miller (OAK) Donald Lee (GB) Jeff King (CAR) Marcedes Lewis (JAC) Alex Smith (TB) Anthony Fasano (MIA) Chris Baker (NYJ) Billy Miller (NO) Visanthe Shiancoe (MIN) Leonard Pope (ARI) Robert Royal (BUF) Player Dan Campbell (DET) Dustin Keller (NYJ) John Carlson (SEA) Will Heller (SEA) Bo Scaife (TEN) David Martin (MIA) Ben Utecht (CIN) 42 Rec. 43 48 48 50 46 41 45 39 34 37 34 29 29 26 25 Rec. 24 21 23 20 21 18 48 487 Yds. 486 514 514 450 497 492 414 402 320 366 347 342 339 265 248 Yds. 242 223 223 180 200 160 490 11.6 5 Receiving Avg. TD 11.3 4 10.7 3 10.7 4 9.0 2 10.8 4 12.0 4 9.2 2 10.3 3 9.4 3 9.9 3 10.2 2 11.8 1 11.7 1 10.2 4 9.9 3 Receiving Avg. TD 10.1 1 10.6 2 10.6 2 9.0 1 9.5 1 8.9 0 10.2 4 0 35 100YG Fan. Pts. 0 35 0 32 0 32 0 32 0 31 0 31 0 26 0 25 0 23 0 23 0 22 0 21 0 21 0 19 0 16 100YG Fan. Pts. 0 15 0 14 0 14 0 13 0 13 0 11 0 Kickers Player Rob Bironas (TEN) Nick Folk (DAL) Stephen Gostkowski (NE) Kris Brown (HOU) Shayne Graham (CIN) Jason Hanson (DET) Robbie Gould (CHI) Josh Scobee (JAC) Nate Kaeding (SD) Shaun Suisham (WAS) Neil Rackers (ARI) Phil Dawson (CLE) Josh Brown (STL) Mason Crosby (GB) Martin Gramatica (NO) FG 33 28 27 28 32 29 32 28 26 29 23 25 24 27 25 FGA 38 33 31 33 35 35 36 31 30 35 32 29 28 35 28 FGA 29 33 34 30 28 32 27 35 32 25 30 30 27 28 23 Pct. 8700.0 8480.0 8710.0 8480.0 9140.0 8290.0 8890.0 9030.0 8670.0 8290.0 7190.0 8620.0 8570.0 7700.0 8930.0 Pct. 8230.0 8480.0 7350.0 8670.0 8570.0 8440.0 8520.0 8000.0 7500.0 8400.0 7670.0 8000.0 8890.0 8570.0 9130.0 18-39 20 18 21 16 25 15 19 20 17 17 13 17 12 16 18 18-39 22 22 18 17 19 19 16 22 18 9 11 18 17 15 13 18-39 16 13 Kicking 40-49 50+ 9 4 7 3 6 0 8 4 7 0 10 4 13 0 8 0 8 1 11 1 6 4 7 1 9 3 8 3 5 2 Kicking 40-49 50+ 2 0 6 0 5 2 7 2 5 0 8 0 7 0 5 1 4 2 10 2 7 5 5 1 5 2 8 1 7 1 Kicking 40-49 50+ 5 0 6 1 XP 33 52 57 42 39 36 31 42 46 32 45 44 39 31 41 XP 51 34 38 32 42 28 41 25 35 37 28 32 29 28 26 XP 30 28 XPA 33 53 58 42 39 36 31 42 46 32 45 44 39 31 42 XPA 51 34 38 32 42 28 41 25 35 37 28 33 29 28 26 XPA 30 28 Pct. Points Fan. Pts. 100.0 132 149.0 98.0 136 149.0 98.0 138 144.0 100.0 126 142.0 100.0 135 142.0 100.0 123 141.0 100.0 127 140.0 100.0 126 134.0 100.0 124 134.0 100.0 119 132.0 100.0 114 128.0 100.0 119 128.0 100.0 111 126.0 100.0 112 126.0 98.0 116 125.0 Pct. Points Fan. Pts. 100.0 123 125.0 100.0 118 124.0 100.0 113 122.0 100.0 110 121.0 100.0 114 119.0 100.0 109 117.0 100.0 110 117.0 100.0 109 116.0 100.0 107 115.0 100.0 100 114.0 100.0 97 114.0 97.0 104 111.0 100.0 101 110.0 100.0 100 110.0 100.0 89 98.0 Pct. Points Fan. Pts. 100.0 93 98.0 100.0 88 96.0 Player FG Adam Vinatieri (IND) 24 Matt Bryant (TB) 28 Olindo Mare (SEA) 25 John Kasay (CAR) 26 Jeff Reed (PIT) 24 Matt Stover (BAL) 27 Lawrence Tynes (NYG) 23 Mike Nugent (NYJ) 28 David Akers (PHI) 24 Ryan Longwell (MIN) 21 Sebastian Janikowski (OAK) 23 Matt Prater (DEN) 24 Rian Lindell (BUF) 24 Jason Elam (ATL) 24 Jay Feely (KC) 21 Player John Carney (KC) Joe Nedney (SF) FG 21 20 FGA Pct. 25 8400.0 24 8330.0 For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 44 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT 2008 STAT PROJECTIONS Team Defenses Team San Diego Chargers New England Patriots Tampa Bay Buccaneers Pittsburgh Steelers Minnesota Vikings Indianapolis Colts Green Bay Packers Chicago Bears Seattle Seahawks Philadelphia Eagles Tennessee Titans Dallas Cowboys Jacksonville Jaguars Baltimore Ravens Buffalo Bills Detroit Lions Team Kansas City Chiefs New York Giants New York Jets San Francisco 49ers Arizona Cardinals Carolina Panthers Oakland Raiders Houston Texans Washington Redskins Denver Broncos Cleveland Browns Cincinnati Bengals New Orleans Saints St. Louis Rams Miami Dolphins Atlanta Falcons YPG 313.4 309.3 293.5 285.6 310.2 289.6 313.9 323.4 324.4 312.0 297.1 298.1 318.6 287.7 339.1 311.8 YPG 311.3 308.0 324.3 332.2 328.2 328.6 321.7 338.4 338.5 320.4 340.8 346.7 352.9 335.1 330.9 368.5 PPG 16.9 17.7 17.8 18.1 18.2 18.5 18.8 18.9 19.1 19.2 19.3 19.6 19.6 19.8 20.5 20.6 PPG 21.2 21.3 21.3 21.7 22.1 22.1 22.4 23.3 23.5 24.2 24.2 24.4 25.4 25.9 26.4 26.9 YPG 209.3 210.8 185.4 195.4 231.8 179.4 209.1 215.6 215.6 212.3 202.5 201.3 213.4 205.6 222.4 229.7 YPG 201.1 209.4 195.4 219.7 228.4 210.1 187.2 225.7 215.6 195.6 232.3 226.6 233.8 221.4 190.2 237.7 Passing Sk. 44 42 35 38 43 34 38 40 42 36 36 44 39 38 36 31 Passing Sk. 30 47 30 35 38 25 29 33 37 30 30 22 36 33 23 23 Int. 28 17 15 15 17 20 18 20 19 18 18 20 19 17 16 18 Int. 12 16 16 14 17 14 20 11 18 13 17 18 15 16 13 12 Rushing YPG 104.1 98.5 108.1 90.2 78.4 110.2 104.8 107.8 108.8 99.7 94.6 96.8 105.2 82.1 116.7 123.2 Rushing YPG 110.2 98.6 128.9 112.5 99.8 118.5 134.5 112.7 96.2 124.8 108.5 120.1 104.7 113.7 140.7 130.8 Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 45 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT PROJECTED DEPTH CHARTS Arizona Cardinals Offense Pos. QB RB FB WR WR TE LT LG C RG RT Pos. DE DT DT DE OLB MLB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Starter Kurt Warner Edgerrin James Terrelle Smith Larry Fitzgerald Anquan Boldin Leonard Pope Mike Gandy Reggie Wells Al Johnson Deuce Lutui Levi Brown Starter Antonio Smith Gabe Watson Darnell Dockett Bertrand Berry Chike Okeafor Gerald Hayes Karlos Dansby Roderick Hood Eric Green Adrian Wilson Antrel Rolle Starter Neil Rackers Dirk Johnson Steve Breaston Steve Breaston Backups Matt Leinart, Brian St. Pierre Tim Hightower, J.J. Arrington Tim Castille Jerheme Urban, Sean Morey Steve Breaston, Early Doucet Ben Patrick, Jerame Tuman Reggie Wells, Elton Brown Elton Brown Lyle Sendlein Elton Brown Reggie Wells, Elliot Vallejo Atlanta Falcons Offense Pos. QB RB FB WR WR TE LT LG C RG RT Starter Matt Ryan Michael Turner Ovie Mughelli Roddy White Laurent Robinson Ben Hartsock Sam Baker Justin Blalock Todd McClure Harvey Dahl Tyson Clabo Starter John Abraham Grady Jackson M. Stanley Jamaal Anderson Keith Brooking Tony Taylor Michael Boley Chris Houston Brent Grimes Lawyer Milloy Erik Coleman Starter Jason Elam Michael Koenen Jerious Norwood Adam Jennings Backups Chris Redman, Joey Harrington Jerious Norwood, Thomas Brown Corey McIntyre Harry Douglas, Joe Horn Michael Jenkins, Brian Finneran Martrez Milner, Jason Rader Terrance Pennington Ben Wilkerson, D'Anthony Batiste Alex Stepanovich, Ben Wilkerson Kynan Forney, Tyson Clabo Quinn Ojinnaka, D'Anthony Batiste Backups Chauncey Davis, Kroy Biermann Rashad Moore, Tim Anderson Kindal Moorehead, Jonathan Babineaux Simon Fraser, Willie Evans Coy Wire, Mickey Pimentel Curtis Lofton, Cameron Vaughn Stephen Nicholas, Cameron Vaughn Blue Adams, David Irons Chevis Jackson, Wilrey Fontenot Deke Cooper, Daren Stone Thomas DeCoud, Antoine Harris Backups Michael Turner Jerious Norwood Defense Defense Backups Pos. Calais Campbell, Joe Tafoya DE Alan Branch DT Bryan Robinson DT Travis LaBoy, Kenny Iwebema DE Clark Haggans, Chris Harrington OLB Monty Beisel MLB Matt Stewart, David Holloway OLB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie, Michael Adams CB Ralph Brown, DeMario Minter CB Aaron Francisco SS Oliver Celestin, Matt Ware FS Backups Pos. K P KR PR Special teams Special teams Roderick Hood Baltimore Ravens Offense Pos. QB RB FB WR WR TE LT LG C RG RT Pos. DE NT DE OLB ILB ILB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Starter Troy Smith Willis McGahee Le'Ron McClain Derrick Mason Mark Clayton Todd Heap Jared Gaither Ben Grubbs Jason Brown Marshal Yanda Adam Terry Starter Haloti Ngata Kelly Gregg Trevor Pryce Jarret Johnson Terrell Suggs Ray Lewis Jarret Johnson Samari Rolle Chris McAlister Dawan Landry Ed Reed Starter Matt Stover Sam Koch Yamon Figurs Yamon Figurs Backups Kyle Boller, Joe Flacco Ray Rice, Allen Patrick Lorenzo Neal Yamon Figurs, Justin Harper Demetrius Williams, Marcus Smith Daniel Wilcox, Adam Bergen Chad Slaughter David Hale Chris Chester Adrien Clarke Mike Kracalik Backups Justin Bannan J'Vonne Parker Dwan Edwards Edgar Jones Antwan Barnes Nick Greisen Edgar Jones Fabian Washington, Derrick Martin Frank Walker, Corey Ivy Tom Zbikowski Jim Leonhard Backups Ray Rice Buffalo Bills Offense Pos. QB RB FB WR WR TE LT LG C RG RT Pos. DE DT DT DE OLB MLB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Starter Trent Edwards Marshawn Lynch Darian Barnes Lee Evans James Hardy Derek Schouman Jason Peters Derrick Dockery Melvin Fowler Brad Butler Langston Walker Starter Aaron Schobel Marcus Stroud John McCargo Chris Kelsay Kawika Mitchell Paul Posluszny Angelo Crowell Jabari Greer Terrence McGee Donte Whitner Ko Simpson Starter Rian Lindell Brian Moorman Terrence McGee Roscoe Parrish Backups J.P. Losman, Gibran Hamdan Fred Jackson, Dwayne Wright Jonathan Evans Roscoe Parrish, Justin Jenkins Josh Reed, Steve Johnson Robert Royal, Derek Fine Jason Whittle Kirk Chambers Backups Chris Ellis Kyle Williams Spencer Johnson, Jason Jefferson Ryan Denney, Copeland Bryan Keith Ellison John DiGiorgio Alvin Bowen, Blake Costanzo William James Leodis McKelvin, Ashton Youboty Bryan Scott, John Wendling George Wilson Backups Defense Defense Special teams Special teams This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 46 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT PROJECTED DEPTH CHARTS Carolina Panthers Offense Pos. QB RB FB WR WR TE LT LG C RG RT Pos. DE DT DT DE OLB MLB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Starter Jake Delhomme D. Williams Brad Hoover Steve Smith Muhsin Muhammad Jeff King Jordan Gross Travelle Wharton Ryan Kalil Keydrick Vincent Jeff Otah Starter Julius Peppers Maake Kemoeatu Damione Lewis Charles Johnson Landon Johnson Jon Beason Thomas Davis Ken Lucas Chris Gamble Chris Harris Nate Salley Starter John Kasay Jason Baker Ryne Robinson Ryne Robinson Backups Matt Moore, Brett Basanez Jonathan Stewart, LaBrandon Toefield Nick Goings, Troy Fleming Ryne Robinson, Jason Carter D.J. Hackett, Dwayne Jarrett Dante Rosario, Gary Barnidge Frank Omiyale Evan Mathis Geoff Hangartner Milford Brown Jeremy Bridges, Rueben Riley Backups Stanley McClover, Hilee Taylor Ian Scott, Nick Hayden Darwin Walker Tyler Brayton Na'il Diggs, Donte' Curry Dan Connor, Adam Seward James Anderson, Brandon Jamison Dante Wesley, Charles Godfrey Richard Marshall C.J. Wilson Terrence Holt, Quinton Teal Backups Rhys Lloyd DeAngelo Williams, Ricardo Colclough Richard Marshall, Chris Gamble Chicago Bears Offense Pos. QB RB FB WR WR TE LT LG C RG RT Pos. DE DT DT DE OLB MLB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Starter Kyle Orton Matt Forte Jason McKie Marty Booker Brandon Lloyd Desmond Clark John St. Clair Terrence Metcalf Olin Kreutz Roberto Garza John Tait Starter Alex Brown Anthony Adams Tommie Harris Adewale Ogunleye Lance Briggs Brian Urlacher H. Hillenmeyer Nathan Vasher Charles Tillman Brandon McGowan Mike Brown Starter Robbie Gould Brad Maynard Devin Hester Devin Hester Backups Rex Grossman Adrian Peterson Lousaka Polite Rashied Davis, Devin Hester Mark Bradley, Earl Bennett Greg Olsen, Kellen Davis Chris Williams Anthony Oakley, Chester Adams Anthony Oakley Josh Beekman Fred Miller, John St. Clair Backups Mark Anderson Dusty Dvoracek Marcus Harrison Dan Bazuin Jamar Williams Rod Wilson Nick Roach Ricky Manning Jr., Corey Graham Trumaine McBride, Zackary Bowman Craig Steltz, Kevin Payne Danieal Manning, Josh Gattis Backups Defense Defense Special teams Special teams Cincinnati Bengals Offense Pos. QB RB FB WR WR TE LT LG C RG RT Pos. DE DT DT DE OLB MLB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Starter Carson Palmer Rudi Johnson Daniel Coats Chad Johnson T. Houshmandzadeh Reggie Kelly Levi Jones Andrew Whitworth Dan Santucci Bobbie Williams Stacy Andrews Starter Antwan Odom John Thornton Domata Peko Robert Geathers Rashad Jeanty Dhani Jones Rashad Jeanty Leon Hall Johnathan Joseph Marvin White Chinedum Ndukwe Starter Shayne Graham Kyle Larson Glenn Holt Antonio Chatman Backups Ryan Fitzpatrick Kenny Watson, Chris Perry Jeremi Johnson Marcus Maxwell, Glenn Holt Antonio Chatman, Andre Caldwell Ben Utecht, Nate Lawrie Andrew Whitworth Nate Livings Willie Anderson, Scott Kooistra Backups Frostee Rucker Pat Sims Michael Myers, Jason Shirley Frostee Rucker, Eric Henderson Ahmad Brooks Corey Mays, Darryl Blackstock Ahmad Brooks Deltha O'Neal, David Jones David Jones Dexter Jackson, Corey Lynch Herana-Daze Jones, Ethan Kilmer Backups Antonio Chatman T.J. Houshmandzadeh, Deltha O'Neal Cleveland Browns Offense Pos. QB RB FB WR WR TE LT LG C RG RT Pos. DE NT DE OLB ILB ILB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Starter Derek Anderson Jamal Lewis Lawrence Vickers Braylon Edwards D. Stallworth Kellen Winslow Joe Thomas Eric Steinbach Hank Fraley Rex Hadnot Kevin Shaffer Starter Robaire Smith Shaun Rogers Corey Williams Kamerion Wimbley D'Qwell Jackson Andra Davis Willie McGinest Brandon McDonald Eric Wright Sean Jones Brodney Pool Starter Phil Dawson Dave Zastudil Joshua Cribbs Joshua Cribbs Backups Brady Quinn, Ken Dorsey Jason Wright, Jerome Harrison Charles Ali Joe Jurevicius, Steve Sanders Joshua Cribbs, Travis Wilson Steve Heiden, Darnell Dinkins Cliff Louis Lennie Friedman Marvin Philip Seth McKinney Ryan Tucker Backups Melila Purcell Louis Leonard Shaun Smith, Louis Leonard Shantee Orr Beau Bell Leon Williams Antwan Peek A.J. Davis Terry Cousin, Jereme Perry Nick Sorensen Mike Adams Backups Jerome Harrison Brandon McDonald 47 of 178 Defense Defense Special teams Special teams Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT PROJECTED DEPTH CHARTS Dallas Cowboys Offense Pos. QB RB FB WR WR TE LT LG C RG RT Pos. DE NT DE OLB ILB ILB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Starter Tony Romo Marion Barber Deon Anderson Terrell Owens Patrick Crayton Jason Witten Flozell Adams Kyle Kosier Andre Gurode Leonard Davis Marc Colombo Starter Chris Canty Jay Ratliff Marcus Spears DeMarcus Ware Bradie James Zach Thomas Greg Ellis Terence Newman Anthony Henry Roy Williams Ken Hamlin Starter Nick Folk Mat McBriar Felix Jones Patrick Crayton Backups Brad Johnson, Richard Bartel Felix Jones, Tashard Choice Ronnie Cruz Sam Hurd, Isaiah Stanback Miles Austin, Mike Jefferson Tony Curtis, Martellus Bennett Doug Free James Marten, Adam Stenavich Cory Procter, Ryan Gibbons Joe Berger Pat McQuistan, Cory Lekkerkerker Backups Stephen Bowen Tank Johnson, Junior Siavii Jason Hatcher, Marcus Smith Anthony Spencer, Erik Walden Bobby Carpenter, Justin Rogers Kevin Burnett, Bobby Carpenter Anthony Spencer Mike Jenkins, Alan Ball Adam Jones, Evan Oglesby Courtney Brown, Leonard Davis Pat Watkins, Tyler Everett Backups Miles Austin Terence Newman Denver Broncos Offense Pos. QB RB FB WR WR TE LT LG C RG RT Pos. DE DT DT DE OLB MLB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Starter Jay Cutler Selvin Young Cecil Sapp Brandon Marshall Eddie Royal Daniel Graham Ryan Clady Ben Hamilton Tom Nalen Montrae Holland Erik Pears Starter Jarvis Moss D. Robertson Marcus Thomas Ebenezer Ekuban D.J. Williams Boss Bailey Boss Bailey Dre' Bly Champ Bailey Hamza Abdullah Hamza Abdullah Starter Matt Prater Sam Paulescu Eddie Royal Eddie Royal Backups Patrick Ramsey, Darrell Hackney Andre Hall, Anthony Alridge Peyton Hillis, Michael Pittman Brandon Stokley, Glenn Martinez Darrell Jackson, Keary Colbert Tony Scheffler, Nate Jackson Kory Lichtensteiger Casey Wiegmann Ryan Harris Backups Elvis Dumervil Alvin McKinley, Carlton Powell Steven Harris, Nic Clemons Tim Crowder Jamie Winborn, Louis Green Nate Webster Nate Webster Domonique Foxworth, Jack Williams Karl Paymah, Christian Morton Marlon McCree, Roderick Rogers Marquand Manuel, Josh Barrett Backups Andre Hall Defense Defense Special teams Special teams Detroit Lions Offense Pos. QB RB FB WR WR TE LT LG C RG RT Pos. DE DT DT DE OLB MLB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Starter Jon Kitna Kevin Smith Jon Bradley Roy Williams Calvin Johnson Dan Campbell Jeff Backus Edwin Mulitalo Dominic Raiola Stephen Peterman George Foster Starter Dewayne White Chuck Darby Cory Redding Jared DeVries Ernie Sims Jordon Dizon Paris Lenon Travis Fisher Brian Kelly Dwight Smith Daniel Bullocks Starter Jason Hanson Nick Harris Aveion Cason Kenneth Moore Backups Dan Orlovsky, Drew Stanton Tatum Bell, Brian Calhoun Jerome Felton, Sean McHugh Mike Furrey, Brandon Middleton Shaun McDonald, Devale Ellis Michael Gaines, Casey FitzSimmons Jonathan Scott Manuel Ramirez Blaine Saipaia Frank Davis Gosder Cherilus Backups Corey Smith Andre Fluellen Shaun Cody, Landon Cohen Ikaika Alama-Francis Anthony Cannon Buster Davis Alex Lewis, Gilbert Gardner Leigh Bodden, Stanley Wilson Ramzee Robinson, Dovonte Edwards Kalvin Pearson, Greg Blue Gerald Alexander, LaMarcus Hicks Backups Kenneth Moore Devale Ellis Green Bay Packers Offense Pos. QB RB FB WR WR TE LT LG C RG RT Pos. DE DT DT DE OLB MLB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Starter Aaron Rodgers Ryan Grant Korey Hall Greg Jennings Donald Driver Donald Lee Chad Clifton Daryn Colledge Scott Wells Jason Spitz Mark Tauscher Starter Cullen Jenkins Johnny Jolly Ryan Pickett Aaron Kampman A.J. Hawk Nick Barnett Brady Poppinga Al Harris Charles Woodson Atari Bigby Nick Collins Starter Mason Crosby Jon Ryan Tramon Williams Will Blackmon Backups Brian Brohm, Matt Flynn Brandon Jackson, Vernand Morency John Kuhn, Corey White Jordy Nelson, Ruvell Martin James Jones, Brett Swain Tory Humphrey, Jermichael Finley Tony Moll, Daryn Colledge Allen Barbre, Ryan Keenan Junius Coston Josh Sitton Orrin Thompson, Breno Giacomini Backups Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila, Jason Hunter Justin Harrell, Daniel Muir Colin Cole, Conrad Bolston Mike Montgomery, Jeremy Thompson Tracy White Desmond Bishop, Abdul Hodge Brandon Chillar, Spencer Havner Tramon Williams, Jarrett Bush Will Blackmon, Pat Lee Charlie Peprah, Tyrone Culver Aaron Rouse Backups Will Blackmon Tramon Williams 48 of 178 Defense Defense Special teams Special teams For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT PROJECTED DEPTH CHARTS Houston Texans Offense Pos. QB RB FB WR WR TE LT LG C RG RT Pos. DE DT DT DE OLB MLB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Starter Matt Schaub Ahman Green Vonta Leach Andre Johnson Kevin Walter Owen Daniels Ephraim Salaam Chester Pitts Chris Myers Mike Brisiel Eric Winston Starter Mario Williams Amobi Okoye Travis Johnson Anthony Weaver Morlon Greenwood DeMeco Ryans Zac Diles Jacques Reeves Fred Bennett C.C. Brown Will Demps Starter Kris Brown Matt Turk Andre' Davis Jacoby Jones Backups Sage Rosenfels, Alex Brink Chris Brown, Darius Walker Jameel Cook, Chris Taylor Jacoby Jones, Harry Williams Andre' Davis, David Anderson Mark Bruener, Joel Dreessen Duane Brown Kasey Studdard, Mark Fenton Chris White, Greg Eslinger Fred Weary, Scott Jackson Rashad Butler, Brandon Frye Backups Rosevelt Colvin, Tim Bulman Anthony Maddox, DelJuan Robinson Jeff Zgonina, Frank Okam N.D. Kalu Xavier Adibi Kevin Bentley Chaun Thompson Jamar Fletcher, Demarcus Faggins Antwaun Molden, Derrick Roberson Glenn Earl, Dominique Barber Nick Ferguson, Brandon Harrison Backups Indianapolis Colts Offense Pos. QB RB WR WR TE TE LT LG C RG RT Pos. DE DT DT DE OLB MLB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Starter Peyton Manning Joseph Addai Reggie Wayne Marvin Harrison Dallas Clark Jacob Tamme Tony Ugoh Ryan Lilja Jeff Saturday Charlie Johnson Ryan Diem Starter Dwight Freeney Ed Johnson Raheem Brock Raheem Brock Freddy Keiaho Gary Brackett Tyjuan Hagler Kelvin Hayden Marlin Jackson Bob Sanders Antoine Bethea Starter Adam Vinatieri Hunter Smith T.J. Rushing T.J. Rushing Backups Jim Sorgi, Quinn Gray Dominic Rhodes, Mike Hart Roy Hall, Devin Aromashodu Anthony Gonzalez, Pierre Garcon Tom Santi, Zac Herold Gijon Robinson Daniel Federkeil, Michael Toudouze Daniel Federkeil, Jamey Richard Steve Justice Mike Pollak, Tala Esera Corey Hilliard Backups Robert Mathis, Jeff Charleston Keyunta Dawson, Darrell Reid Keyunta Dawson Josh Thomas Kyle Shotwell Victor Worsley, Philip Wheeler Clint Session, Ramon Guzman Keiwan Ratliff Tim Jennings, Dante Hughes Matt Giordano, Brannon Condren Melvin Bullitt Backups Defense Defense Special teams Special teams Jacksonville Jaguars Offense Pos. QB RB FB WR WR TE LT LG C RG RT Pos. DE DT DT DE OLB MLB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Starter David Garrard Fred Taylor Greg Jones Jerry Porter Reggie Williams Marcedes Lewis Khalif Barnes Vince Manuwai Brad Meester Maurice Williams Tony Pashos Starter Reggie Hayward Rob Meier John Henderson Paul Spicer Clint Ingram Mike Peterson Daryl Smith Brian Williams Rashean Mathis G. Sensabaugh Reggie Nelson Starter Josh Scobee Adam Podlesh M. Jones-Drew Dennis Northcutt Kansas City Chiefs Offense Starter Brodie Croyle Larry Johnson Chris Manderino Dwayne Bowe Devard Darling Tony Gonzalez Branden Albert Brian Waters Rudy Niswanger Adrian Jones Damion McIntosh Starter Tamba Hali Ron Edwards Glenn Dorsey Alfonso Boone Pat Thomas Donnie Edwards Derrick Johnson Brandon Flowers Patrick Surtain Bernard Pollard Jarrad Page Starter Nick Novak Dustin Colquitt B.J. Sams B.J. Sams Backups Tyler Thigpen, Damon Huard Jackie Battle, Kolby Smith John Paul Foschi Jeff Webb, Bobby Sippio William Franklin, Kevin Robinson Brad Cottam, Michael Allan Herb Taylor, Ken Shackleford Tre Stallings, Travis Leffew Wade Smith, Rob Smith Anthony Alabi Barry Richardson, Will Svitek Backups Brian Johnston T.J. Jackson Tank Tyler Turk McBride, Trevor Johnson Napoleon Harris Napoleon Harris, Nate Harris E.J. Kuale Dimitri Patterson, Rashad Barksdale Brandon Carr, Tyron Brackenridge DaJuan Morgan Jon McGraw Backups Kevin Robinson Kevin Robinson 49 of 178 Backups Pos. Cleo Lemon, Todd Bouman QB Maurice Jones-Drew, Chauncey Washington RB Montell Owens FB Troy Williamson, Mike Walker WR Dennis Northcutt, Matt Jones WR George Wrighster, Greg Estandia TE Maurice Williams LT Uche Nwaneri LG Dennis Norman C Tutan Reyes RG Richard Collier RT Backups Quentin Groves, Jeremy Mincey Derek Landri Tony McDaniel Derrick Harvey Brian Iwuh Justin Durant Brent Hawkins Drayton Florence Scott Starks Chad Nkang Jamaal Fudge Backups Pos. DE DT DT DE OLB MLB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Defense Defense Special teams Special teams Maurice Jones-Drew Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT PROJECTED DEPTH CHARTS Miami Dolphins Offense Pos. QB RB FB WR WR TE LT LG C RG RT Pos. DE DT DT DE OLB MLB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Starter Chad Pennington Ricky Williams Reagan Mauia Ted Ginn Jr. Derek Hagan David Martin Jake Long Justin Smiley Samson Satele Donald Thomas Vernon Carey Starter Vonnie Holliday Jason Ferguson Rodrique Wright Matt Roth Joey Porter Akin Ayodele Charlie Anderson Will Allen Michael Lehan Yeremiah Bell Jason Allen Starter Jay Feely Brandon Fields Ted Ginn Jr. Ted Ginn Jr. Backups Chad Henne, Josh McCown Ronnie Brown, Jalen Parmele Boomer Grigsby Ernest Wilford, David Kircus Greg Camarillo, Davone Bess Justin Peelle, Anthony Fasano Ikechuku Ndukwe Shawn Murphy Steve McKinney Trey Darilek Julius Wilson Backups Phillip Merling, Lionel Dotson Paul Soliai Vonnie Holliday Randy Starks, Kendall Langford Rob Ninkovich, Junior Glymph Reggie Torbor, Edmond Miles Quentin Moses Joey Thomas, Chris Roberson Travis Daniels Keith Davis, Courtney Bryan Chris Crocker, Renaldo Hill Backups Minnesota Vikings Offense Pos. QB RB FB WR WR TE LT LG C RG RT Pos. DE DT DT DE OLB MLB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Starter Tarvaris Jackson Adrian Peterson Thomas Tapeh Bernard Berrian Sidney Rice V. Shiancoe Bryant McKinnie Steve Hutchinson Matt Birk Artis Hicks Ryan Cook Starter Jared Allen Pat Williams Kevin Williams Ray Edwards Chad Greenway E.J. Henderson Ben Leber Cedric Griffin Antoine Winfield Darren Sharper Madieu Williams Starter Ryan Longwell Chris Kluwe Maurice Hicks Bobby Wade Backups Gus Frerotte, John David Booty Chester Taylor, Maurice Hicks Jeff Dugan, Naufahu Tahi Robert Ferguson, Aundrae Allison Bobby Wade, Martin Nance Jim Kleinsasser, Garrett Mills Chase Johnson Brian Daniels John Sullivan Anthony Herrera Marcus Johnson Backups Brian Robison Fred Evans Ellis Wyms, Letroy Guion Jayme Mitchell Heath Farwell Derrick Pope Vinny Ciurciu Charles Gordon, Benny Sapp Marcus McCauley, Benny Sapp Michael Boulware Tyrell Johnson Backups Defense Defense Special teams Special teams New England Patriots Offense Pos. QB RB WR WR TE TE LT LG C RG RT Pos. DE NT DE OLB ILB ILB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Starter Tom Brady Laurence Maroney Randy Moss Jabar Gaffney Benjamin Watson David Thomas Matt Light Logan Mankins Dan Koppen Stephen Neal Nick Kaczur Starter Richard Seymour Vince Wilfork Ty Warren Adalius Thomas Victor Hobson Tedy Bruschi Mike Vrabel Ellis Hobbs Fernando Bryant Rodney Harrison James Sanders Starter S. Gostkowski Chris Hanson Matthew Slater Wes Welker Backups Matt Gutierrez, Matt Cassel Sammy Morris, Kevin Faulk Wes Welker, Kelley Washington Chad Jackson, Sam Aiken Stephen Spach Marcus Pollard Wesley Britt, John Welbourn Russ Hochstein, Bo Ruud Russ Hochstein Billy Yates, Oliver Ross Ryan O'Callaghan, Barry Stokes Backups Jarvis Green Mike Wright, Kenny Smith Le Kevin Smith, Santonio Thomas Shawn Crable Eric Alexander, Jerod Mayo Larry Izzo, Bo Ruud Pierre Woods Brandon Meriweather, Terrence Wheatley Jason Webster, Lewis Sanders Antwain Spann, Raymond Ventrone Brandon Meriweather Backups New Orleans Saints Offense Pos. QB RB FB WR WR TE LT LG C RG RT Pos. DE DT DT DE OLB MLB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Starter Drew Brees Reggie Bush Mike Karney Marques Colston David Patten Jeremy Shockey Jammal Brown Jamar Nesbit Jonathan Goodwin Jahri Evans Jon Stinchcomb Starter Will Smith Hollis Thomas Brian Young Charles Grant Scott Shanle Jonathan Vilma Scott Fujita Randall Gay Mike McKenzie Roman Harper Josh Bullocks Starter Martin Gramatica S. Weatherford Pierre Thomas Lance Moore Backups Mark Brunell, Tyler Palko Deuce McAllister, Pierre Thomas Kevin Dudley Robert Meachem, Terrance Copper Devery Henderson, Lance Moore Billy Miller, Mark Campbell Jermon Bushrod, Carl Nicks Andy Alleman Tim Duckworth Zach Strief Backups Bobby McCray Sedrick Ellis Antwan Lake, DeMario Pressley Josh Savage Troy Evans Marvin Mitchell Mark Simoneau Jason David, Aaron Glenn Tracy Porter, Jason Craft Chris Reis Kevin Kaesviharn Backups Defense Defense Special teams Special teams Reggie Bush 50 of 178 This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT PROJECTED DEPTH CHARTS New York Giants Offense Pos. QB RB FB WR WR TE LT LG C RG RT Pos. DE DT DT DE OLB MLB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Starter Eli Manning Brandon Jacobs James Butler Plaxico Burress Amani Toomer Kevin Boss David Diehl Rich Seubert Shaun O'Hara Chris Snee Kareem McKenzie Starter Osi Umenyiora Fred Robbins Barry Cofield Justin Tuck Gerris Wilkinson Antonio Pierce Mathias Kiwanuka Sam Madison Aaron Ross Sammy Knight James Butler Starter Lawrence Tynes Jeff Feagles Domenik Hixon R.W. McQuarters Backups Anthony Wright, David Carr Ahmad Bradshaw, Derrick Ward Kenny Phillips Domenik Hixon, Mario Manningham Steve Smith, Sinorice Moss Michael Matthews, Darcy Johnson Guy Whimper Kevin Boothe Grey Ruegamer Kevin Boothe Adam Koets Backups Dave Tollefson Jay Alford Renaldo Wynn Renaldo Wynn Danny Clark Chase Blackburn, Jonathan Goff Zak DeOssie, Bryan Kehl R.W. McQuarters, Terrell Thomas Corey Webster, Kevin Dockery Michael Johnson Kenny Phillips Backups Ahmad Bradshaw Aaron Ross New York Jets Offense Pos. QB RB FB WR WR TE LT LG C RG RT Pos. DE NT DE OLB ILB ILB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Starter Brett Favre Thomas Jones Tony Richardson J. Cotchery Laveranues Coles Chris Baker D. Ferguson Alan Faneca Nick Mangold Brandon Moore Damien Woody Starter Kenyon Coleman Kris Jenkins Shaun Ellis Bryan Thomas David Harris Eric Barton Calvin Pace Justin Miller Darrelle Revis Kerry Rhodes Abram Elam Starter Mike Nugent Ben Graham Leon Washington Darrelle Revis Backups Kellen Clemens, Brett Ratliff Jesse Chatman, Leon Washington Justin Green Chansi Stuckey, David Clowney Brad Smith, Wallace Wright Dustin Keller, Bubba Franks Clint Oldenburg Will Montgomery Will Montgomery Robert Turner Backups Kareem Brown Sione Pouha C.J. Mosley, Mike DeVito Vernon Gholston Matt Chatham Brad Kassell David Bowens David Barrett, Hank Poteat Drew Coleman, Dwight Lowery Eric Smith Eric Smith Backups Brad Smith Leon Washington Defense Defense Special teams Special teams Oakland Raiders Offense Pos. QB RB FB WR WR TE LT LG C RG RT Pos. DE DT DT DE OLB MLB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Starter JaMarcus Russell Justin Fargas Justin Griffith Ronald Curry Javon Walker Zach Miller Kwame Harris Robert Gallery John Wade Cooper Carlisle Cornell Green Starter Jay Richardson Tommy Kelly Gerard Warren Derrick Burgess Thomas Howard Kirk Morrison Robert Thomas Nnamdi Asomugha DeAngelo Hall Gibril Wilson Michael Huff Starter S. Janikowski Shane Lechler J. Higgins Tyvon Branch Backups Andrew Walter, Marques Tuiasosopo Darren McFadden, Michael Bush Oren O'Neal Drew Carter, Todd Watkins Johnnie Lee Higgins, Chaz Schilens John Madsen, Tony Stewart Mario Henderson Paul McQuistan Jake Grove Fred Wakefield Seth Wand Backups Kalimba Edwards Josh Shaw Terdell Sands Greg Spires Jon Alston Edgerton Hartwell Ricky Brown Chris Johnson Stanford Routt Jarrod Cooper Hiram Eugene Backups Philadelphia Eagles Offense Pos. QB RB FB WR WR TE LT LG C RG RT Pos. DE DT DT DE OLB MLB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Starter Donovan McNabb Brian Westbrook Jason Davis Kevin Curtis Reggie Brown L.J. Smith Tra Thomas Todd Herremans Jamaal Jackson Shawn Andrews Jon Runyan Starter Trent Cole Brodrick Bunkley Mike Patterson Juqua Parker Omar Gaither Stewart Bradley Chris Gocong Sheldon Brown Asante Samuel Quintin Mikell Brian Dawkins Starter David Akers Saverio Rocca J.R. Reed DeSean Jackson Backups Kevin Kolb, A.J. Feeley Correll Buckhalter, Lorenzo Booker Luke Lawton Hank Baskett, Jason Avant Greg Lewis, DeSean Jackson Brent Celek, Kris Wilson King Dunlap Max Jean-Gilles, Cameron Stephenson Nick Cole, Scott Young Max Jean-Gilles, Cameron Stephenson Winston Justice Backups Darren Howard, Bryan Smith Dan Klecko, Montae Reagor Trevor Laws Victor Abiamiri, Chris Clemons Akeem Jordan Joe Mays, Pago Togafau Rocky Boiman, Andy Studebaker Lito Sheppard, Nick Graham Joselio Hanson Sean Considine, Marcus Paschal J.R. Reed, Quintin Demps Backups Richmond McGee Lorenzo Booker Quintin Demps 51 of 178 Defense Defense Special teams Special teams Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT PROJECTED DEPTH CHARTS Pittsburgh Steelers Offense Pos. QB RB FB WR WR TE LT LG C RG RT Pos. DE NT DE OLB ILB ILB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Starter B. Roethlisberger Willie Parker Carey Davis Santonio Holmes Hines Ward Heath Miller Marvel Smith Chris Kemoeatu Sean Mahan Kendall Simmons Willie Colon Starter Brett Keisel Casey Hampton Aaron Smith Larry Foote James Farrior Larry Foote LaMarr Woodley Deshea Townsend Ike Taylor Troy Polamalu Ryan Clark Starter Jeff Reed Mitch Berger Mewelde Moore Mewelde Moore Backups Byron Leftwich, Dennis Dixon Rashard Mendenhall, Mewelde Moore Billy Latsko Limas Sweed, Hines Ward Nate Washington, Willie Reid Matt Spaeth, Jon Dekker Trai Essex Matt Lentz Justin Hartwig Darnell Stapleton Max Starks Backups Nick Eason Chris Hoke Travis Kirschke Lawrence Timmons Keyaron Fox Lawrence Timmons Arnold Harrison Bryant McFadden William Gay Tyrone Carter Anthony Smith Backups Willie Reid Willie Reid San Diego Chargers Offense Pos. QB RB FB WR WR TE LT LG C RG RT Pos. DE NT DE OLB ILB ILB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Starter Philip Rivers L. Tomlinson Andrew Pinnock Chris Chambers Vincent Jackson Antonio Gates Marcus McNeill Kris Dielman Nick Hardwick Nick Hardwick Jeromey Clary Starter Igor Olshansky Jamal Williams Luis Castillo Shawne Merriman Matt Wilhelm Stephen Cooper Shaun Phillips A. Cromartie Quentin Jammer Clinton Hart Eric Weddle Starter Nate Kaeding Mike Scifres Darren Sproles Darren Sproles Backups Billy Volek, Charlie Whitehurst Jacob Hester, Marcus Thomas Buster Davis, Malcom Floyd Legedu Naanee, Kassim Osgood Brandon Manumaleuna, Scott Chandler L.J. Shelton, Tony Pape Scott Mruczkowski Jeremy Newberry Cory Withrow, Jeremy Newberry L.J. Shelton, Corey Clark Backups Ryon Bingham, Andre Coleman Ryon Bingham, Brandon McKinney Jacques Cesaire, Ryon Bingham Marques Harris, Carlos Polk Anthony Waters, Tim Dobbins Derek Smith, Brandon Siler Jyles Tucker Antoine Cason, DeJuan Tribble Cletis Gordon Steve Gregory Paul Oliver, Tra Battle Backups Antonio Cromartie Buster Davis Defense Defense Special teams Special teams San Francisco 49ers Offense Pos. QB RB FB WR WR TE LT LG C RG RT Pos. DE NT DE OLB ILB ILB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Starter J.T. O'Sullivan Frank Gore Zak Keasey Isaac Bruce Bryant Johnson Vernon Davis Joe Staley Adam Snyder Eric Heitmann Tony Wragge Jonas Jennings Starter Justin Smith Aubrayo Franklin Isaac Sopoaga Parys Haralson Jeff Ulbrich Patrick Willis Parys Haralson Walt Harris Nate Clements Michael Lewis Mark Roman Starter Joe Nedney Andy Lee Allen Rossum Allen Rossum Backups Alex Smith, Shaun Hill DeShaun Foster, Michael Robinson Moran Norris Arnaz Battle, Ashley Lelie Josh Morgan, Jason Hill Delanie Walker, Billy Bajema Joe Toledo, Chris Patrick Ramiro Pruneda Cody Wallace Chilo Rachal Barry Sims, Alan Reuber Backups Ray McDonald, LaJuan Ramsey Ronald Fields, Joe Cohen Kentwan Balmer, Melvin Oliver Tully Banta-Cain, Roderick Green Takeo Spikes, Larry Grant Dontarrious Thomas, Dennis Haley Tully Banta-Cain, Roderick Green Shawntae Spencer, Marcus Hudson Donald Strickland, Tarell Brown Keith Lewis Dashon Goldson Backups Arnaz Battle Seattle Seahawks Offense Pos. QB RB FB WR WR TE LT LG C RG RT Pos. DE DT DT DE OLB MLB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Starter Matt Hasselbeck Maurice Morris Leonard Weaver Bobby Engram Nate Burleson John Carlson Walter Jones Mike Wahle Chris Spencer Rob Sims Sean Locklear Starter Darryl Tapp Brandon Mebane Rocky Bernard Brandon Mebane Leroy Hill Lofa Tatupu Julian Peterson Kelly Jennings Marcus Trufant Deon Grant Brian Russell Starter Brandon Coutu Ryan Plackemeier Nate Burleson Nate Burleson Backups Seneca Wallace, Charlie Frye Julius Jones, T.J. Duckett Owen Schmitt, David Kirtman Courtney Taylor, Ben Obomanu Logan Payne, Jordan Kent Jeb Putzier, Will Heller Floyd Womack, Kyle Williams Steve Vallos Chris Gray Mansfield Wrotto Ray Willis Backups Lawrence Jackson, Jason Babin Red Bryant, Howard Green Craig Terrill, Marcus Tubbs Chris Cooper, Red Bryant Lance Laury D.D. Lewis Will Herring, Wesly Mallard Josh Wilson, Kevin Hobbs Jordan Babineaux Mike Green Omare Lowe, C.J. Wallace Backups Olindo Mare Josh Wilson Bobby Engram 52 of 178 Defense Defense Special teams Special teams For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT PROJECTED DEPTH CHARTS St. Louis Rams Offense Pos. QB RB FB WR WR TE LT LG C RG RT Pos. DE DT DT DE OLB MLB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Starter Marc Bulger Steven Jackson Brian Leonard Torry Holt Drew Bennett Randy McMichael Orlando Pace Jacob Bell Brett Romberg Richie Incognito Adam Carriker Starter Chris Long Adam Carriker La'Roi Glover Leonard Little Pisa Tinoisamoa Will Witherspoon Chris Draft Fakhir Brown Tye Hill Corey Chavous O. Atogwe Starter Josh Brown Donnie Jones Dante Hall Dante Hall Backups Trent Green, Bruce Gradkowski Antonio Pittman, Travis Minor Richard Owens, Dan Kreider Reche Caldwell, Keenan Burton Donnie Avery, Marques Hagans Anthony Becht, Joe Klopfenstein Brandon Gorin Mark Setterstrom Nick Leckey Adam Goldberg Clifton Ryan Backups James Hall Clifton Ryan Victor Adeyanju Chris Chamberlain Tim McGarigle Quinton Culberson Jonathan Wade Ron Bartell Jerome Carter Todd Johnson Backups Justin Medlock Tampa Bay Buccaneers Offense Pos. QB RB FB WR WR TE LT LG C RG RT Pos. DE DT DT DE OLB MLB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Starter Jeff Garcia Earnest Graham B.J. Askew Joey Galloway Ike Hilliard Alex Smith Luke Petitgout Arron Sears Jeff Faine Davin Joseph Jeremy Trueblood Starter Gaines Adams Chris Hovan Jovan Haye Marques Douglas Derrick Brooks Barrett Ruud Cato June Ronde Barber Phillip Buchanon J. Phillips Tanard Jackson Starter Matt Bryant Josh Bidwell Dexter Jackson Dexter Jackson Backups Luke McCown, Brian Griese Warrick Dunn, Carnell Williams Byron Storer Maurice Stovall, Antonio Bryant Michael Clayton, Paris Warren John Gilmore, Ben Troupe Donald Penn Anthony Davis Dan Buenning Jeremy Zuttah Dennis Roland Backups Greg White Ryan Sims Greg Peterson Jimmy Wilkerson, Kevin Carter Adam Hayward, Geno Hayes Teddy Lehman Ryan Nece, Quincy Black Aqib Talib Eugene Wilson Sabby Piscitelli Will Allen Backups Michael Clayton Phillip Buchanon, Ike Hilliard Defense Defense Special teams Special teams Tennessee Titans Offense Pos. QB RB FB WR WR TE LT LG C RG RT Pos. DE DT DT DE OLB MLB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Starter Vince Young LenDale White Ahmard Hall Justin Gage Justin McCareins Alge Crumpler Michael Roos Eugene Amano Kevin Mawae Jake Scott Michael Roos Starter K. Vanden Bosch A. Haynesworth Tony Brown Jevon Kearse Keith Bulluck Ryan Fowler David Thornton C. Finnegan Nick Harper Chris Hope Michael Griffin Starter Rob Bironas Craig Hentrich Chris Carr Chris Carr Backups Kerry Collins, Ingle Martin Chris Johnson, Chris Henry Jeremy Cain, Casey Cramer Biren Ealy, Lavelle Hawkins Brandon Jones, Roydell Williams Bo Scaife, Dwayne Blakley Daniel Loper Leroy Harris Ken Amato Jason Murphy Backups Bryce Fisher Antonio Johnson Kevin Vickerson Sean Conover Jorge Cordova, Stanford Keglar Stephen Tulloch Josh Stamer Eric King Reynaldo Hill Calvin Lowry Vincent Fuller Backups Josh Miller Chris Johnson Chris Davis Washington Redskins Offense Pos. QB RB FB WR WR TE LT LG C RG RT Pos. DE DT DT DE OLB MLB OLB CB CB SS FS Pos. K P KR PR Starter Jason Campbell Clinton Portis Mike Sellers Santana Moss A. Randle El Chris Cooley Chris Samuels Pete Kendall Casey Rabach Randy Thomas Jon Jansen Starter Andre Carter C. Griffin A. Montgomery Jason Taylor Rocky McIntosh London Fletcher M. Washington Shawn Springs Carlos Rogers Reed Doughty LaRon Landry Starter Shaun Suisham Derrick Frost Rock Cartwright A. Randle El Backups Todd Collins, Colt Brennan Ladell Betts, Rock Cartwright Todd Yoder James Thrash, Devin Thomas Malcolm Kelly, Anthony Mix Fred Davis, Todd Yoder Stephon Heyer Chad Rinehart Jason Fabini Todd Wade Backups Chris Wilson Lorenzo Alexander Kedric Golston Demetric Evans Khary Campbell H.B. Blades Matt Sinclair Leigh Torrence Fred Smoot Kareem Moore, Vernon Fox Chris Horton Backups James Thrash James Thrash 53 of 178 Defense Defense Special teams Special teams Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT OFFSEASON TRANSACTIONS Arizona Cardinals Arrivals Kelly Butler, T Clark Haggans, LB Jasper Harvey, G Dirk Johnson, P Travis LaBoy, DE Brandon Moore, LB Bryan Robinson, DE Pat Ross, C Brian St. Pierre, QB Matt Stewart, LB Jerame Tuman, TE Atlanta Falcons Arrivals Blue Adams, CB Erik Coleman, S Deke Cooper, S Jason Elam, K Willie Evans, DE Simon Fraser, DE Ben Hartsock, TE Von Hutchins, CB Grady Jackson, DT Kevin Lovell, K Rashad Moore, DT Kindal Moorehead, DT Mickey Pimentel, LB Marcus Pollard, TE Jason Rader, TE Alex Stepanovich, C Nick Turnbull, S Michael Turner, RB Chandler Williams, WR Coy Wire, S Baltimore Ravens Arrivals Brendon Ayanbadejo, LB Adam Bergen, TE Casey Bramlet, QB Darrell Campbell, DT Adrien Clarke, G E.J. Cochrane, K Marques Douglas, DE Alex Haynes, RB Keith Heinrich, TE Jim Leonhard, S Darnerien McCants, WR Terrence Melton, LB Lorenzo Neal, RB Anwar Phillips, CB Kerry Reed, WR Chad Slaughter, T Kelly Talavou, DT Frank Walker, CB Fabian Washington, CB Departures Mitch Berger, P Troy Bienemann, TE Darryl Blackstock, LB Chris Cooper, DE Jemalle Cornelius, WR Terrence Holt, S Brandon Johnson, LB Bryant Johnson, WR Ahmad Merritt, WR Calvin Pace, LB Oliver Ross, T Bo Schobel, DE Marcel Shipp, RB Keydrick Vincent, G Departures Courtney Anderson, TE Dwayne Blakley, TE Rod Coleman, DT George Cooper, TE Chris Crocker, S Alge Crumpler, TE Doug Datish, C Warrick Dunn, RB Jamin Elliott, WR Earl Everett, LB C.J. Gaddis, S Wayne Gandy, T DeAngelo Hall, CB Joey Harrington, QB Joe Horn, WR Robert James, LB Derrick Jones, DE Byron Leftwich, QB Omare Lowe, S Pat McCoy, T Lewis Sanders, CB Marcus Wilkins, LB Demorrio Williams, LB Jimmy Williams, S Departures Mike Anderson, RB Dan Cody, LB Devard Darling, WR Cullen Finnerty, QB Zarnell Fitch, DT Mike Flynn, C Justin Green, RB Steve McNair, QB Jonathan Ogden, T B.J. Sams, CB Musa Smith, RB Lee Vickers, TE Aaron Walker, TE Lenny Walls, CB Jamaine Winborne, CB This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 54 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT OFFSEASON TRANSACTIONS Buffalo Bills Arrivals Courtney Anderson, TE Matt Baker, QB Darian Barnes, RB William James, CB Spencer Johnson, DT Derrick Jones, DE Kawika Mitchell, LB Donnie Spragan, LB Marcus Stroud, DT Carolina Panthers Arrivals Tyler Brayton, DE Milford Brown, G William Buchanon, WR Ricardo Colclough, CB Troy Fleming, RB Toniu Fonoti, G D.J. Hackett, WR Terrence Holt, S Landon Johnson, LB Josh McCown, QB Muhsin Muhammad, WR Samie Parker, WR Rueben Riley, G Pat Ross, C Dominique Thompson, WR LaBrandon Toefield, RB Keydrick Vincent, G Darwin Walker, DT Chicago Bears Arrivals Marty Booker, WR Kevin Jones, RB Brandon Lloyd, WR Glenn Pakulak, P Departures Adam Archuleta, S Brendon Ayanbadejo, LB Cedric Benson, RB Bernard Berrian, WR Josh Gattis, S John Gilmore, TE Brian Griese, QB Mike Jones, G Ricky Manning Jr., CB Fred Miller, T Marcus Monk, WR Muhsin Muhammad, WR Babatunde Oshinowo, DT Marcus Robinson, WR J.D. Runnels, RB Darwin Walker, DT Rod Wilson, LB Departures Sam Aiken, WR Alvin Bowen, LB Jerametrius Butler, CB Steve Christie, K Kennard Cox, CB Kevin Everett, TE Michael Gaines, TE Kevin Harrison, LB Leon Joe, LB Teyo Johnson, TE Jim Leonhard, S Aaron Merz, G Shaun Nua, DE Peerless Price, WR Josh Stamer, LB Anthony Thomas, RB Kiwaukee Thomas, CB Larry Tripplett, DT E.J. Underwood, CB Jason Webster, CB Coy Wire, S Departures David Carr, QB Drew Carter, WR Keary Colbert, WR Deke Cooper, S Josh Davis, WR Curtis Deloatch, CB DeShaun Foster, RB Justin Hartwig, C Alex Haynes, RB Brandon Jamison, LB Kris Jenkins, DT Marquand Manuel, S Terrence Melton, LB Kindal Moorehead, DT Dan Morgan, LB Lester Ricard, QB Mike Rucker, DE Ian Scott, DT Charles Spencer, T Mike Wahle, G Cincinnati Bengals Arrivals Darryl Blackstock, LB Antwon Burton, DT Kyries Hebert, S Brandon Johnson, LB Antwan Odom, DE Jordan Palmer, QB Shaun Rogers, DT Ben Utecht, TE Departures Blue Adams, CB Titus Adams, DT Danny Baugher, P Aaron Elling, K Doug Gabriel, WR Chris Henry, WR Kenny Irons, RB Landon Johnson, LB Ethan Kilmer, S Roy Manning, LB Marcus Maxwell, WR Tab Perry, WR Bryan Robinson, DE Anthony Schlegel, LB Justin Smith, DE Alex Stepanovich, C Odell Thurman, LB Nick Turnbull, S Jimmy Verdon, DE Brandon Williams, CB Madieu Williams, S Quincy Wilson, RB Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 55 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT OFFSEASON TRANSACTIONS Cleveland Browns Arrivals Steve Cargile, S Terry Cousin, CB Travis Daniels, CB Rex Hadnot, C Kevin Kasper, WR Brandon Mitchell, S Shantee Orr, LB Jonathan Palmer, T Jereme Perry, CB Shaun Rogers, DT Donte' Stallworth, WR Corey Williams, DT Denver Broncos Arrivals Boss Bailey, LB Keary Colbert, WR Wale Dada, CB Cullen Finnerty, QB Dylan Gandy, G Derrick Hamilton, WR Darrell Jackson, WR Niko Koutouvides, LB Marquand Manuel, S Marlon McCree, S Michael Pittman, RB Tyrone Poole, CB Dewayne Robertson, DT Edell Shepherd, WR Casey Wiegmann, C Detroit Lions Arrivals Taye Biddle, WR Darnell Bing, S Leigh Bodden, CB Damion Cook, T Chuck Darby, DT Paul Ernster, P Alfred Fincher, LB Michael Gaines, TE Gilbert Gardner, LB Drew Henson, QB Corey Hulsey, G Leon Joe, LB Brian Kelly, CB Greg Lee, WR Andy McCollum, C Chris Patrick, T Kalvin Pearson, S Artose Pinner, RB Dwight Smith, S Kiwaukee Thomas, CB Ronyell Whitaker, CB Departures LeCharles Bentley, C Leigh Bodden, CB Tim Carter, WR Kory Chapman, RB Ricardo Colclough, CB Simon Fraser, DE Cliff Louis, T Orpheus Roye, DT Justin Sandy, S Aaron Shea, TE Matt Stewart, LB Chaun Thompson, LB Zach West, DT Kenny Wright, CB Departures Brandon Archer, LB Danny Baugher, P Mike Bell, RB Michael Bozeman, DT Carlton Brewster, WR Antwon Burton, DT Steve Cargile, S Jason Elam, K Mark Fenton, C Nick Ferguson, S Ian Gold, LB Travis Henry, RB Warrick Holdman, LB Montrae Holland, G Steven Jackson, RB Taylor Jacobs, WR Julian Jenkins, DT Norm Katnik, C William Kershaw, LB John Lynch, S Josh Mallard, DE Christian Morton, CB Chris Myers, C Doug Nienhuis, T Samie Parker, WR Lamont Reid, CB Paul Smith, RB Rod Smith, WR Isaac Snell, G Marviel Underwood, S Chad Upshaw, TE Vickiel Vaughn, S Javon Walker, WR Marquis Weeks, RB Departures Boss Bailey, LB Patrick Body, CB Fernando Bryant, CB T.J. Duckett, RB Jon Dunn, T Kalimba Edwards, DE Eric Fowler, WR Claude Harriott, DE Clark Harris, TE Eddie Johnson, P Kevin Jones, RB Kenoy Kennedy, S Jonathan Lewis, DT Ben Noll, G J.T. O'Sullivan, QB Etric Pruitt, S Dave Rayner, K Matthew Rice, DE Marcus Robinson, WR Shaun Rogers, DT Israel Route, CB Blaine Saipaia, G Barry Stokes, G Damien Woody, G Dallas Cowboys Arrivals Ronnie Cruz, RB Ryan Gibbons, T Montrae Holland, G Adam Jones, CB Cory Lekkerkerker, T Khari Long, LB Todd Lowber, WR Junior Siavii, NT Adam Stenavich, G Zach Thomas, LB Jerron Wishom, CB Departures Akin Ayodele, LB Quincy Butler, CB Keith Davis, S Tyler Everett, CB Anthony Fasano, TE Jason Ferguson, DT Terry Glenn, WR Oliver Hoyte, RB Julius Jones, RB Nathan Jones, CB Justin Phinisee, CB Jacques Reeves, CB For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 56 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT OFFSEASON TRANSACTIONS Green Bay Packers Arrivals Brandon Chillar, LB Bill Schroeder, WR Joe Toledo, T Houston Texans Arrivals Kevin Bentley, LB Chris Brown, RB Mark Fenton, C Nick Ferguson, S Chris Myers, C Jacques Reeves, CB Marcel Shipp, RB Mark Simmons, WR Chaun Thompson, LB Cliff Washburn, T Jimmy Williams, CB Indianapolis Colts Arrivals Doug Datish, C Tala Esera, G Quinn Gray, QB Jared Lorenzen, QB Dominic Rhodes, RB Courtney Roby, WR Kyle Shotwell, LB Danny Verdun Wheeler, LB Departures Rob Davis, C Brett Favre, QB Chris Francies, WR Bubba Franks, TE Ryan Krause, TE Tony Palmer, G Chris Patrick, T Koren Robinson, WR Frank Walker, CB Cliff Washburn, T Corey Williams, DT DeShawn Wynn, RB Departures Brandon Archer, LB Rocky Boiman, LB Clifton Dawson, RB Bryan Fletcher, TE Dylan Gandy, G Justise Hairston, RB Dedrick Harrington, LB Dan Klecko, DT Luke Lawton, RB Anthony McFarland, DT Rob Morris, LB Pat Ross, C Jake Scott, G Chad Stanley, P Craphonso Thorpe, WR Departures Charlie Anderson, LB Shawn Barber, LB Arliss Beach, RB Mike Bell, RB Jordan Black, T Michael Boulware, S Shane Boyd, QB Alex Brink, QB Tim Carter, WR Danny Clark, LB Kevis Coley, LB Rosevelt Colvin, LB Jameel Cook, RB Curome Cox, S Glenn Earl, S Greg Eslinger, C Mike Flanagan, C Jamar Fletcher, CB Quinn Gray, QB Drew Hodgdon, C Von Hutchins, CB Derrick Johnson, CB Cedric Killings, DT Ryan Krause, TE Anthony Maddox, DT Jerome Mathis, WR LeRon McCoy, WR Steve McKinney, C Brandon Mitchell, S Chukky Okobi, C Eric Powell, DE Jeb Putzier, TE Derrick Roberson, CB Charles Spencer, T Dan Stevenson, G Torrin Tucker, T Darius Walker, RB Dexter Wynn, CB Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 57 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT OFFSEASON TRANSACTIONS Jacksonville Jaguars Arrivals Todd Bouman, QB Mkristo Bruce, DE Ciatrick Fason, RB Drayton Florence, CB Ryan Gibbons, T Ryan Hoag, WR Leander Jordan, T Jimmy Kennedy, DT Cleo Lemon, QB Jonathan Lewis, DT Jesse Mahelona, DT Pete McMahon, T Jerry Porter, WR Pierson Prioleau, S Bo Schobel, DE Craphonso Thorpe, WR Troy Williamson, WR Kansas City Chiefs Arrivals Anthony Alabi, T Devard Darling, WR John Paul Foschi, RB Jason Horton, CB Oliver Hoyte, RB Steven Jackson, RB Trevor Johnson, DE E.J. Kuale, LB Chris Manderino, RB Timon Marshall, WR Nick Novak, K B.J. Sams, CB Wade Smith, C Demorrio Williams, LB Miami Dolphins Arrivals Charlie Anderson, LB Akin Ayodele, LB Chris Crocker, S Trey Darilek, C Keith Davis, S Anthony Fasano, TE Jason Ferguson, DT Junior Glymph, LB Boomer Grigsby, RB Nathan Jones, CB Steve McKinney, C Chad Pennington, QB Tab Perry, WR Dave Rayner, K Sean Ryan, TE Randy Starks, DT Joey Thomas, CB Reggie Torbor, LB Ernest Wilford, WR Departures Jared Allen, DE Johnny Baldwin, LB Kendrell Bell, LB Chris Bober, C Billy Cundiff, K Eddie Drummond, WR Jason Dunn, TE Jay Feely, K Keyaron Fox, LB Boomer Grigsby, RB Erick Harris, S Gilbert Harris, RB Chad Johnson, S Eddie Kennison, WR Ty Law, CB Joe Lobdell, T Samie Parker, WR Mickey Pimentel, LB James Reed, DT Benny Sapp, CB Ken Shackleford, T Khreem Smith, DE John Welbourn, T Casey Wiegmann, C Jimmy Wilkerson, DE Kris Wilson, TE Departures John Broussard, WR Terry Cousin, CB Aaron Glenn, CB Quinn Gray, QB Grady Jackson, DT Sammy Knight, S Chris Liwienski, G Bobby McCray, DE Chris Naeole, G Shantee Orr, LB Chad Owens, WR Lester Ricard, QB Chris Roberson, CB Charles Sharon, WR Brian Smith, DE Isaac Smolko, TE Marcus Stroud, DT D.D. Terry, RB Lamont Thompson, S LaBrandon Toefield, RB Ernest Wilford, WR James Wyche, DE Departures Anthony Alabi, T Matt Baker, QB Lorenzo Booker, RB Marty Booker, WR Casey Bramlet, QB Anthony Bryant, DT Jesse Chatman, RB Marcello Church, LB Travis Daniels, CB Marion Dukes, T Jay Feely, K Steve Fifita, DT Trent Green, QB Rex Hadnot, C Tuff Harris, CB David Kircus, WR Cory Lekkerkerker, T Cleo Lemon, QB Chris Liwienski, G Marquay Love, DT Josh McCown, QB Drew Mormino, C Gene Mruczkowski, G Jereme Perry, CB Derrick Pope, LB Kerry Reed, WR Rueben Riley, G Chris Roberson, CB Derreck Robinson, DE Lance Schulters, S L.J. Shelton, T Kelvin Smith, LB Donnie Spragan, LB Jason Taylor, DE Zach Thomas, LB Joe Toledo, T Keith Traylor, DT Mark Washington, LB Chandler Williams, WR Julius Wilson, T Cameron Worrell, S Abraham Wright, LB This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 58 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT OFFSEASON TRANSACTIONS Minnesota Vikings Arrivals Jared Allen, DE Kenderick Allen, DT Bernard Berrian, WR Michael Boulware, S Gus Frerotte, QB Mike Jones, G Brent Little, WR Derrick Pope, LB Benny Sapp, CB Dallas Sartz, LB Thomas Tapeh, RB Madieu Williams, S Ellis Wyms, DT New England Patriots Arrivals Titus Adams, DT Sam Aiken, WR Fernando Bryant, CB Anthony Clement, T Steve Fifita, DT Mike Flynn, C Victor Hobson, LB Ade Jimoh, CB LaMont Jordan, RB John Lynch, S Scott Player, P Oliver Ross, T Lewis Sanders, CB Jeff Shoate, CB T.J. Slaughter, LB Barry Stokes, G John Welbourn, T Zach West, DT Tank Williams, S New Orleans Saints Arrivals Mark Brunell, QB Jerametrius Butler, CB Wale Dada, CB Greg Fassitt, CB Randall Gay, CB Aaron Glenn, CB Skyler Green, WR Marquies Gunn, DE Rob Hunt, G William Kershaw, LB Matt Lehr, G Marquay Love, DT Bobby McCray, DE James Reed, DT Jeremy Shockey, TE Jonathan Vilma, LB Departures Joel Filani, WR Kelly Holcomb, QB Erasmus James, DE Spencer Johnson, DT Mewelde Moore, RB Tony Richardson, RB Dwight Smith, S Justin Surrency, WR Dontarrious Thomas, LB Ronyell Whitaker, CB Arkee Whitlock, RB Tank Williams, S Troy Williamson, WR Departures McKinley Boykin, DT Jamaal Branch, RB Carlton Brewster, WR Josh Cooper, DE Curome Cox, S Kevin Dudley, RB Jeff Faine, C Ronnie Ghent, TE Steve Gleason, S Tuff Harris, CB Eric Johnson, TE Olindo Mare, K Matt McCoy, LB Tim McGill, DT Dan Morgan, LB Buck Ortega, TE Anwar Phillips, CB Titus Ryan, WR Lance Schulters, S Brian Simmons, LB Renaldo Wynn, DE Departures Willie Andrews, CB Kyle Brady, TE Rosevelt Colvin, LB Kyle Eckel, RB Randall Gay, CB Oscar Lua, LB Jimmy Martin, G Pete McMahon, T Tim Mixon, CB Rashad Moore, DT Gene Mruczkowski, G Marcus Pollard, TE Asante Samuel, CB Donte' Stallworth, WR Jason Webster, CB Eugene Wilson, CB Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 59 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT OFFSEASON TRANSACTIONS New York Giants Arrivals David Carr, QB Danny Clark, LB Jeremy Clark, DT Josh Huston, K Sammy Knight, S Rodney Leisle, DT Cliff Louis, T Marcus Monk, WR Keith O'Neil, LB Shane Olivea, G Kurt Quarterman, G Stuart Schweigert, S Renaldo Wynn, DE New York Jets Arrivals Larry Brackins, WR Ahmad Carroll, CB Jesse Chatman, RB Alan Faneca, G Brett Favre, QB Bubba Franks, TE Justin Green, RB Artrell Hawkins, S Kris Jenkins, DT Thomas Johnson, DT Calvin Pace, LB Tony Richardson, RB A.J. Schable, TE Damien Woody, G Cameron Worrell, S Oakland Raiders Arrivals Adam Archuleta, S Drew Carter, WR Adimchinobi Echemandu, RB Kalimba Edwards, DE Aaron Elling, K DeAngelo Hall, CB Kwame Harris, T Edgerton Hartwell, LB William Joseph, DT Luke Lawton, RB Jeff Otis, QB Glenn Pakulak, P Greg Spires, DE Marques Tuiasosopo, QB Marviel Underwood, S Michael Waddell, CB John Wade, C Javon Walker, WR Todd Watkins, WR Gibril Wilson, S Departures Craig Dahl, S Jim Finn, RB Marcus Freeman, TE Kay-Jay Harris, RB Robert Henderson, DE Michael Jennings, WR Rory Johnson, LB William Joseph, DT Sean Landeta, P Jared Lorenzen, QB Todd Lowber, WR Kawika Mitchell, LB Jonathan Palmer, T Andrew Shanle, S Jeremy Shockey, TE Michael Strahan, DE Craphonso Thorpe, WR Reggie Torbor, LB Brandon Torrey, T Gibril Wilson, S Manuel Wright, DT Departures Alvin Banks, RB Darnell Bing, S Adrien Clarke, G Anthony Clement, T Erik Coleman, S Manny Collins, CB Chris Davis, WR Andre Dyson, CB Victor Hobson, LB Jeremy Kapinos, P Joe Kowalewski, TE Jerry Mackey, LB Justin McCareins, WR Clint Oldenburg, T Chad Pennington, QB Dewayne Robertson, DT Sean Ryan, TE Musa Smith, RB Shaine Smith, WR Wade Smith, C Marco Thomas, WR Marques Tuiasosopo, QB Stacy Tutt, RB Jonathan Vilma, LB Andre Woolfolk, CB Departures Tyler Brayton, DE William Buchanon, WR Chris Clemons, DE Jarrod Cooper, S Akbar Gbaja-Biamila, LB Grant Irons, LB LaMont Jordan, RB Josh McCown, QB Jeremy Newberry, C Jonathan Palmer, T Jerry Porter, WR Dominic Rhodes, RB Warren Sapp, DT Stuart Schweigert, S Barry Sims, T Duane Starks, CB Fabian Washington, CB Greg Wesley, S Mark Wilson, T For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 60 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT OFFSEASON TRANSACTIONS Philadelphia Eagles Arrivals Rocky Boiman, LB Lorenzo Booker, RB Bam Childress, WR Chris Clemons, DE Dan Klecko, DT Luke Lawton, RB Asante Samuel, CB Kris Wilson, TE Pittsburgh Steelers Arrivals Mitch Berger, P Cody Boyd, TE Jason Capizzi, T Eddie Drummond, WR Paul Ernster, P Keyaron Fox, LB Justin Hartwig, C Kevin Huntley, DE Billy Latsko, RB Byron Leftwich, QB Mewelde Moore, RB Orpheus Roye, DT Matt Trannon, WR Lee Vickers, TE Jared Zabransky, QB San Francisco 49ers Arrivals Isaac Bruce, WR Walter Curry, DT DeShaun Foster, RB Dennis Haley, LB Bryant Johnson, WR J.T. O'Sullivan, QB Chris Patrick, T LaJuan Ramsey, DT Alan Reuber, T Allen Rossum, CB Barry Sims, T Justin Smith, DE Takeo Spikes, LB Jeb Terry, G Joe Toledo, T Departures Jeremy Clark, DT Tanard Davis, CB Therrian Fontenot, CB Nick Graham, CB Xzavie Jackson, DE William James, CB Jamal Jones, WR Jevon Kearse, DE Richmond McGee, P Ryan Moats, RB Marcus Paschal, S LaJuan Ramsey, DT Stefan Rodgers, G Bill Sampy, WR A.J. Schable, TE Ian Scott, DT Takeo Spikes, LB Cameron Stephenson, G Thomas Tapeh, RB Departures Jeremy Bloom, WR Najeh Davenport, RB Jon Dekker, TE Alan Faneca, G Clark Haggans, LB Dan Kreider, RB Clint Kriewaldt, LB Mike Lorello, S Jared Retkofsky, DE Allen Rossum, CB Brian St. Pierre, QB Anthony Trucks, LB Jerame Tuman, TE Gerran Walker, WR Cedrick Wilson, WR Departures C.J. Brewer, WR Joe Cohen, DT Trent Dilfer, QB Marques Douglas, DE Bryan Gilmore, WR Kwame Harris, T Maurice Hicks, RB Darrell Jackson, WR Qasim Mitchell, T Brandon Moore, LB Melvin Oliver, DE Drew Olson, QB Justin Smiley, G Derek Smith, LB Cooper Wallace, TE San Diego Chargers Arrivals Casey Bramlet, QB Mark Jones, WR Jeremy Newberry, C L.J. Shelton, T Derek Smith, LB Marco Thomas, WR Departures Drayton Florence, CB Marlon McCree, S Lorenzo Neal, RB Shane Olivea, G Eric Parker, WR Dave Rayner, K Michael Turner, RB Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 61 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT OFFSEASON TRANSACTIONS Seattle Seahawks Arrivals Dalton Bell, QB Ben Claxton, G Chris Cooper, DE T.J. Duckett, RB Chas Gessner, WR Bryan Gilmore, WR Reggie Hodges, P Julius Jones, RB D.D. Lewis, LB Jonathan Lewis, DT Omare Lowe, S Wesly Mallard, LB Olindo Mare, K Jeb Putzier, TE Dallas Sartz, LB Trent Shelton, WR Larry Tripplett, DT Mike Wahle, G St. Louis Rams Arrivals Anthony Becht, TE Jacob Bell, G Josh Brown, K Reche Caldwell, WR Bruce Gradkowski, QB Trent Green, QB Dan Kreider, RB David Macklin, CB Julius Wilson, T Tampa Bay Buccaneers Arrivals Antonio Bryant, WR Warrick Dunn, RB Daniel Fells, TE John Gilmore, TE Brian Griese, QB Cortez Hankton, WR Teddy Lehman, LB Matt McCoy, LB Ben Troupe, TE Jimmy Wilkerson, DE Eugene Wilson, CB Departures Isaac Bruce, WR Dominique Byrd, TE Jerome Carter, S Brandon Chillar, LB Tanard Davis, CB Eric Fowler, WR Gus Frerotte, QB Marques Hagans, WR James Hall, DE Trevor Johnson, DE Andy McCollum, C Justin Medlock, K Rob Petitti, T Donovan Raiola, C Mark Setterstrom, G Shaine Smith, WR Aaron Walker, TE Jeff Wilkins, K Departures Mike Alstott, RB Anthony Becht, TE Taye Biddle, WR Kevin Carter, DE Antoine Cash, LB Patrick Chukwurah, LB Sammy Davis, CB Marques Douglas, DE Bruce Gradkowski, QB Marquies Gunn, DE Keith Heinrich, TE Leon Joe, LB Mark Jones, WR Brian Kelly, CB Matt Lehr, G Donte Nicholson, S Luke Petitgout, T Michael Pittman, RB J.D. Runnels, RB Greg Spires, DE John Wade, C Paris Warren, WR Departures Zac Alcorn, TE Shaun Alexander, RB Kevin Bentley, LB Josh Brown, K Wale Dada, CB Chuck Darby, DT Joel Filani, WR Chris Gray, G Mike Green, S D.J. Hackett, WR Derrick Johnson, CB Niko Koutouvides, LB Marcus Pollard, TE Kelly Talavou, DT Marcus Tubbs, DT Ellis Wyms, DT This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 62 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT OFFSEASON TRANSACTIONS Tennessee Titans Arrivals Dave Ball, DE Dwayne Blakley, TE Chris Carr, CB Alge Crumpler, TE Chris Davis, WR Tuff Harris, CB Jevon Kearse, DE Justin McCareins, WR Jake Scott, G Isaac Snell, G Josh Stamer, LB Paul Thompson, QB Brandon Torrey, T Washington Redskins Arrivals Alfred Fincher, LB Justin Hamilton, S David Holloway, LB Kevin Huntley, DE Eddie Jackson, CB Erasmus James, DE Maurice Mann, WR Fred Matua, G Billy McMullen, WR Babatunde Oshinowo, DT Stuart Schweigert, S Jason Taylor, DE Rian Wallace, LB Tavares Washington, T Departures Jacob Bell, G Chris Brown, RB Kurt Campbell, LB Bryce Fisher, DE Gilbert Gardner, LB David Givens, WR Ben Hartsock, TE Kelly Herndon, CB Adam Jones, CB Erron Kinney, TE Travis LaBoy, DE Josh Miller, P Shirdonya Mitchell, CB Antwan Odom, DE Benji Olson, G Randy Starks, DT Leonard Stephens, TE Eric Taylor, DT Ben Troupe, TE Michael Waddell, CB Mike Williams, WR Ulrich Winkler, DT Departures Mark Brunell, QB Reche Caldwell, WR Tommy Davis, DE Tyler Ecker, TE Mike Espy, WR John Eubanks, CB Zarnell Fitch, DT Vernon Fox, S Patrick Ghee, S Steven Harris, WR Sam Hollenbach, QB Brandon Lloyd, WR David Macklin, CB Jerome Mathis, WR Pierson Prioleau, S Kevin Sampson, T Eric Shelton, RB Matt Sinclair, LB Burl Toler, WR Danny Verdun Wheeler, LB Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 63 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT INJURY UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Index Updated Player 8/27/08 8/21/08 8/17/08 8/18/08 8/13/08 8/25/08 8/28/08 8/24/08 8/28/08 8/29/08 8/26/08 8/29/08 8/21/08 8/26/08 8/24/08 8/25/08 8/28/08 8/24/08 8/20/08 8/24/08 8/24/08 8/25/08 8/23/08 7/9/08 8/11/08 8/28/08 8/12/08 10/23/06 8/25/08 8/22/08 8/22/08 8/21/08 8/24/08 8/27/08 8/8/08 8/29/08 8/21/08 8/29/08 8/25/08 8/28/08 8/26/08 8/22/08 8/26/08 8/25/08 8/26/08 8/26/08 8/19/08 8/17/08 8/28/08 8/20/08 8/22/08 11/13/07 8/29/08 6/9/08 8/24/08 8/26/08 4/21/08 8/25/08 8/22/08 Derek Anderson B.J. Askew Miles Austin Charlie Batch Arnaz Battle Drew Bennett Bernard Berrian Rob Bironas Kyle Boller Lorenzo Booker Tom Brady Chris Brown Reggie Brown Ronnie Brown Plaxico Burress Reggie Bush Brian Calhoun Drew Carter Desmond Clark Laveranues Coles Marques Colston Joshua Cribbs Kevin Curtis Trent Dilfer Braylon Edwards Trent Edwards Bobby Engram Robert Ferguson Charlie Frye Joey Galloway Antonio Gates Ryan Grant Ahman Green D.J. Hackett Jason Hanson Todd Heap T.J. Sam Hurd Darrell Jackson Tarvaris Jackson Bryant Johnson Rudi Johnson Maurice Jones-Drew James Jones LaMont Jordan Joe Jurevicius Ashley Lelie Brian Leonard Peyton Manning Marcus Maxwell Willis McGahee Martrez Milner Matt Moore Lorenzo Neal Oren O'Neal Carson Palmer Andrew Pinnock Jerry Porter Sidney Rice Team Pos. CLE TB DAL PIT SF STL MIN TEN BAL PHI NE HOU PHI MIA NYG NO DET OAK CHI NYJ NO CLE PHI SF CLE BUF SEA MIN SEA TB SD GB HOU CAR DET BAL CIN DAL DEN MIN SF CIN JAC GB NE CLE SF STL IND CIN BAL ATL CAR BAL OAK CIN SD JAC MIN QB RB WR QB WR WR WR K QB RB QB RB WR RB WR RB RB WR TE WR WR WR WR QB WR QB WR WR QB WR TE RB RB WR K TE WR WR WR QB WR RB RB WR RB WR WR RB QB WR RB TE QB RB RB QB RB WR WR Injury Concussion Ankle Knee sprain Fractured Hamstring Hip flexor Turf toe Groin Torn labrum Hip pointer Foot Back Hamstring Thumb Ankle Thigh Quad Knee Knee sprain Leg Ribs high ankle Hernia Achilles' Foot Quad Shoulder Leg Knee Groin Toe Hamstring Groin strain Toe Hip flexor Calf Hamstring Left ankle Ankle Knee (MCL) Hamstring Hamstring Knee sprain Undisclosed Knee Calf Shoulder Left knee Muscle Knee Toe and back Left leg Knee Nose Knee Hamstring Stomach Status Will not play exhibition finale had arthroscopic surgery Out 4-6 weeks Out 4-6 weeks rejoined practice Expected back Week 1 Expected to play Week 1 May not practice until Week 1 Status uncertain day-to-day deep bruise, not fracture Could be headed for IR expected back for Week 1 Day to day back in full practice Contusion, does not appear serious Day-to-day Out for season Expected to return Week 1 returned to practice bruised, day to day could return for opening day No timetable for return (out at least 6 weeks) Expected to be ready Week 1 Day to day Out 6-8 weeks Details not known will have an MRI, not serious Questionable for Week 1 Expects to play Week 1 Active Could miss 2 weeks Should be ready for Week 1 Expected to be ready for Week 1 Will miss third preseason game Questionable for Week 1 expected to start Week 1 Expected to play Week 1 Active back in practice 8-25 Week-to-week Status uncertain put on PUP list returned to practice Day to day Likely to play Week 1 Moved to IR Questionable for Week 1 resumed practice day-to-day Out for season Questionable for Week 1 May not be back Week 1 returned to practice 64 of 178 This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT INJURY UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS 8/27/08 8/29/08 8/29/08 8/24/08 8/25/08 8/23/08 8/25/08 8/15/08 8/20/08 8/25/08 8/15/08 8/28/08 Derek Schouman Jeremy Shockey Troy Smith Jim Sorgi Isaiah Stanback Lawrence Tynes Wes Welker Carnell Williams Demetrius Williams Harry Williams Roydell Williams George Wrighster BUF NO BAL IND DAL NYG NE TB BAL HOU TEN JAC TE TE QB QB WR K WR RB WR WR WR TE Knee Leg Tonsillitis Knee Shoulder Knee Rib Knee Achilles Fractured Ankle Knee Out two weeks Expected back for regular season Not practicing Held out of preseason Week 3 needs surgery to repair Unlikely to be ready Week 1 doesn't appear serious Expected to start season on PUP Active Career-ending Not 100 percent Out until Week 7 Injury News and Analysis Anderson, Derek - QB, CLE (Bye week: 5) AUG. 27: There are "rumblings" that Derek Anderson (concussion) is experiencing sensitivity to light, according to Profootballtalk.com. 27 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: This is a common aftereffect of a concussion, but he'll sit out the Browns' last exhibition and is reportedly only able to practice indoors. Anderson isn't a lock to face Dallas in Week 1 and should be monitored closely next week.Source: Profootballtalk.com Askew, B.J. - RB, TB (Bye week: 10) AUG. 21: Bucs FB B.J. Askew underwent arthroscopic surgery on his ankle last week. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He is expected to be ready 21 for Week 1. Askew had 18 catches for 175 yards last year and made four special teams tackles. He was a Pro Bowl alternate.Source: pewterreport.com Austin, Miles - WR, DAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 17: Cowboys WR Miles Austin is expected to miss four to six weeks after spraining his right MCL in Dallas' second preseason game. 17 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Austin probably won't be available until Week 3 at the earliest. This virtually locks Sam Hurd into the third receiver role behind Terrell Owens and Patrick Crayton. Converted QB Isaiah Stanback may see more action on offense early in the year. Austin's loss affects Dallas most on special teams.Source: Dallas Morning News Batch, Charlie - QB, PIT (Bye week: 6) AUG. 18: Steelers coach Mike Tomlin would not commit to saving a 53-man roster spot for backup QB Charlie Batch (broken collarbone) 18 Sunday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Batch is likely headed for injured reserve. "We'll make that decision when we have to," Tomlin said. "We're just evaluating this thing day-to-day." Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Battle, Arnaz - WR, SF (Bye week: 9) AUG. 13: Arnaz Battle, who has missed much of camp nursing one hamstring pull, strained the other hamstring Tuesday. FANTASY SOURCE 13 SPIN: It's uncertain how much time he'll miss. Battle's tenure with the team and history of playing through pain should help him keep a big role, but he's missing a potential chance to move back into the starting lineup. The 49ers' passing game looks like a mess right now.Source: Santa Rosa Press Democrat Bennett, Drew - WR, STL (Bye week: 5) AUG. 25: Coach Scott Linehan expects Drew Bennett (hip) to be ready for the Rams' Week 1 game at Philadelphia. FANTASY SOURCE 25 SPIN: Bennett's injury was initially called a groin strain, but it's a hip flexor. St. Louis hopes that holding him out of its exhibition finale will get him healthy.Source: St Louis Post-Dispatch Berrian, Bernard - WR, MIN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 28: Coach Brad Childress announced he plans to rest the Vikings' starters against the Cowboys, meaning free agent acquisition Bernard 28 Berrian (turf toe) will go the entire preseason having played only three series, all in the first game. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Berrian has been in practice this week so this is a precautionary move. He should be ready to go for the opener, but the Vikings certainly would have liked to have seen more of him in the preseason after paying big money to sign him from the Bears.Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune Bironas, Rob - K, TEN (Bye week: 6) AUG. 24: Titans K Rob Bironas (groin) may not be ready to practice until Week 1. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He hasn't kicked in the 24 preseason. "The last thing we can afford to FGMhave a setback," coach Jeff % do is FGA FG Fisher said. Bironas led the XPA in field goals in 2007.Source: XPM NFL Pts. Nashville Tennessean 2007 stats: Boller, Kyle - QB, BAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 28: Kyle Boller's "serious" shoulder injury is a partially torn labrum, according to ESPN's Chris Mortensen. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 28 The Ravens are hoping treatment and rest will help Boller recover quickly. If not, he'll have surgery and end up on injured reserve. Boller is getting a second opinion and the team will wait until Friday to make a decision.Source: ESPN.com Booker, Lorenzo - RB, PHI (Bye week: 7) AUG. 29: Lorenzo Booker played through a hip pointer in the Eagles' exhibition finale. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: This sounds like an injury 29 that could cause soreness for Booker into next week. Booker has lost his return job and is undraftable in non-PPR leagues.Source: Philadelphia Inquirer & Daily News Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 65 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT INJURY UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Brady, Tom - QB, NE (Bye week: 4) AUG. 26: Tom Brady (foot) and Wes Welker (ribs) were both absent from the media-access portion of practice Tuesday. FANTASY SOURCE 26 SPIN: Reporters spotted crutches in Brady's locker Tuesday, but it sounds like the offensive linemen were pulling another prank after leaving a brace at his locker Monday. According to the Boston Herald, Brady has "vowed" to be ready for the season opener. Welker injured his ribs Friday night.Source: Boston Herald Brown, Chris - RB, HOU (Bye week: 8) AUG. 29: Texans coach Gary Kubiak says the team still is deciding what to do with Chris Brown and his back injury. FANTASY SOURCE 29 SPIN: The Texans have one move to make to get their roster to 53 men. It sounds like Brown's headed for I.R. or will be released with an injury settlement.Source: Houston Chronicle Brown, Reggie - WR, PHI (Bye week: 7) AUG. 21: Andy Reid said Reggie Brown is expected to be ready for Philadelphia's opening game. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The injury to 21 Kevin Curtis gives Brown a chance to emerge as Philly's top threat, but he's shown few signs that he'll capitalize. DeSean Jackson and Hank Baskett should also pick up targets, with Jackson now looking like a deep league prospect.Source: Philadelphia Inquirer & Daily News Brown, Ronnie - RB, MIA (Bye week: 4) AUG. 26: Dolphins coach Tony Sparano said Ronnie Brown (sprained thumb) should play in Miami's final preseason game on Thursday. 26 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "We're just going to take him out there, go through pre-game warm-ups, do those kinds of things, and then I'd like to try to play him," Sparano said. "And we'll see whether or not we can get some carries." The injury was never thought to put him in jeopardy for Week 1.Source: Palm Beach Post Burress, Plaxico - WR, NYG (Bye week: 4) AUG. 24: Plaxico Burress (ankle) has not played in the preseason yet. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Burress has honestly been day to day since 24 2006. If his inability to practice doesn't have something to do with his contract displeasure, we'd be surprised. The Giants just don't seem to be rushing to extend the 31-year-old's deal. Bush, Reggie - RB, NO (Bye week: 9) AUG. 25: Reggie Bush left Saturday's game with a thigh contusion. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He jogged into the locker room, so the bruise 25 shouldn't have a lasting impact.Source: Baton Rouge Advocate Calhoun, Brian - RB, DET (Bye week: 4) AUG. 28: Lions RB Brian Calhoun rushed two times for three yards before leaving Thursday's preseason finale with a quad injury. FANTASY 28 SOURCE SPIN: Calhoun was battling Artose Pinner for the final running back spot, so the injury will likely send him to the chopping block Saturday. Source: MLive.com Carter, Drew - WR, OAK (Bye week: 5) AUG. 24: Drew Carter's knee injury is a torn ACL. He will be placed on injured reserve, ending his season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: This 24 won't end his career, but he'll probably have to take a deal for the minimum to catch on somewhere next year, when he's a free agent. Carter will be 28 when the 2009 season starts. Any loss of explosiveness would be crushing, as Carter doesn't have reliable hands and shies from contact.Source: Oakland Tribune Clark, Desmond - TE, CHI (Bye week: 8) AUG. 20: Desmond Clark (knee) will not play in the Bears' third exhibition game. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The knee sprain isn't expected 20 to threaten Clark's availability for Week 1, but his absence could let Greg Olsen state his case to be Chicago's starter.Source: Chicago Sun Times Coles, Laveranues - WR, NYJ (Bye week: 5) AUG. 24: Laveranues Coles (leg) missed his third straight preseason game Saturday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Coles' injury is believed to be 24 a hamstring problem. He seems unlikely to be targeted by Brett Favre as much as Jerricho Cotchery early in the season, but still benefits from Favre's addition. Coles is a great WR3 in PPR leagues.Source: Newark Star-Ledger Colston, Marques - WR, NO (Bye week: 9) AUG. 24: X-rays confirmed that Marques Colston's ribs are bruised, not broken. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Colston could do a better job of 24 avoiding hits, but he is likely only day to day with the injury. Expect him to be 100 percent before Week 1.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune Cribbs, Joshua - WR, CLE (Bye week: 5) AUG. 25: The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports that Joshua Cribbs (high ankle sprain) is on pace to return for Week 1. FANTASY SOURCE 25 SPIN: Of course, the real test will be when he starts making cuts on the ankle. High ankle sprains can linger, so Cribbs will likely be on the injury report come the first week of the season.Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer Curtis, Kevin - WR, PHI (Bye week: 7) AUG. 23: Coach Andy Reid indicated that he won't have a timetable for Kevin Curtis' (sports hernia surgery) return for "a few weeks." 23 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "I don't know that. When I do, I'll tell you," said Reid. "It wasn't the worst one we've seen and it wasn't the simplest one. These next couple of weeks will be pretty important." Don't expect Curtis back before midseason.Source: philadelphiaeagles.com Dilfer, Trent - QB, SF (Bye week: 9) JULY 9: Free agent QB Trent Dilfer suffered an Achilles tendon injury recently while playing basketball. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Dilfer, 9 whose season ended early last season following a serious concussion, tore his right Achilles tendon back in 2002. He was recently forced to drop out of the American Century Championship golf tournament and won't be able to golf for four months. When timeframes are measured in terms of golf rather than football, it's probably time to call it a career and start lining up as one of the better analysts around.Source: Profootballtalk.com For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 66 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT INJURY UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Edwards, Braylon - WR, CLE (Bye week: 5) AUG. 11: Browns coach Romeo Crennel says he isn't concerned about Braylon Edwards' (foot) availability for Week 1 against the Cowboys. 11 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The injury required stitches, but involved no structural damage. "I'm not worried that he won't be back," Crennel said. "It's nothing more than a cut. He's going to be back." Some media outlets are calling Edwards "out indefinitely," but he's in no danger of missing Week 1.Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer Edwards, Trent - QB, BUF (Bye week: 6) AUG. 28: Trent Edwards is still questionable for the Bills preseason finale against the Lions with a bruised quadriceps. FANTASY SOURCE 28 SPIN: Edwards had hoped to log some more time on the field after having played just 31 snaps in the preseason. Coach Dick Jauron said he will be a "game-time decision." Either way, he still projects to begin the year as the Bills' starter.Source: Rochester Democrat and Chronicle Engram, Bobby - WR, SEA (Bye week: 4) AUG. 12: Bobby Engram (shoulder) isn't expected to go on injured reserve, but the Seattle Post Intelligencer doesn't foresee him returning 12 before Week 5. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Seahawks' bye is Week 4, so the following week is a reasonable goal for Engram to return. At his age, anything before midseason would qualify as a quick recovery. Seattle looks good for not handing him that extension now.Source: Seattle Post-Intelligencer Ferguson, Robert - WR, MIN (Bye week: 8) OCT. 23: The Packers put Ferguson on injured reserve, thus ending his season. He missed the past two games with a foot injury that he suffered 23 Oct. 2 at Philadelphia. Frye, Charlie - QB, SEA (Bye week: 4) AUG. 25: Charlie Frye left Saturday night's preseason game with a knee injury. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: There's no word on the severity. 25 Frye actually looked good getting the start, completing 19-of-29 passes for 219 yards and two TDs. He ran twice for 22 yards. Mike Holmgren has seemingly worked his magic with the ex-Brown. Galloway, Joey - WR, TB (Bye week: 10) AUG. 22: Joey Galloway (groin) didn't practice Thursday and is expected to miss Saturday's preseason game. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "He 22 should be ready to go when we practice again on Monday," coach Jon Gruden said.Source: St. Petersburg Times Gates, Antonio - TE, SD (Bye week: 9) AUG. 22: Antonio Gates participated in team drills for the first team Thursday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He's making great progress by the 22 day. After an offseason of uncertainty, it's looking more and more like he'll be ready for the opener. Gates remains our top-ranked tight end.Source: North County Times Grant, Ryan - RB, GB (Bye week: 8) AUG. 21: Running back Ryan Grant (hamstring) won't play in the game tonight against the Broncos, which means his only chance for action 21 will come in the pre-season finale against Tennessee. Given the starters won't play that much against the Titans, Grant is going to go into the season with very little work. As good as he was last year, this was his first training camp with the team and he needed it to better understand the nuances of the offense. (Tom Silverstein for SN Today) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: We're not too worried about Grant's ability to perform without a lot of first-team work. After all, look at what he did last season coming from out of nowhere. He's a solid RB2. Source: Sporting News Today Green, Ahman - RB, HOU (Bye week: 8) AUG. 24: Ahman Green (groin) participated in a non-contact workout Sunday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It was mostly conditioning, but it 24 appears Green is getting closer. Chris Brown (back) didn't participate. These two may be vying for one roster spot.Source: Associated Press Hackett, D.J. - WR, CAR (Bye week: 9) AUG. 27: Panthers WR D.J. Hackett (toe) is expected to be return to practice shortly and could be ready for the season opener against the 27 Chargers. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Hackett hasn't played in a preseason game yet, but he has graduated to running on the side in practice. If he's ready for Week 1, Hackett would ideally start opposite Muhsin Muhammad while Steve Smith begins his two-game suspension.Source: Gaston Gazette Hanson, Jason - K, DET (Bye week: 4) AUG. 8: Lions K Jason Hanson strained his left thigh while kicking a 50-yard field goal. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It's not yet known how 8 FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. serious the stats: is. Backup Eddie Johnson kicked the game winner in the fourth quarter.Source: Detroit Free Press 2007 injury Heap, Todd - TE, BAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 29: Ravens TE Todd Heap returned to limited action in Thursday's game against the Falcons. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Heap has been 29 practicing, but he's not quite 100 percent in his return from an early preseason calf injury. Although the Ravens expect him to play in the season opener, he may see fewer snaps early on.Source: Carroll County Times Houshmandzadeh, T.J. - WR, CIN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 21: T.J. Houshmandzadeh will miss his third straight preseason game Saturday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Coach Marvin Lewis is 21 frustrated with the lasting injury. "I think T.J. needs more time than he thinks he needs," Lewis said. "It's important T.J. gets some snaps going and gets going here." Housh should still be fine for Week 1.Source: Cincinnati Enquirer Hurd, Sam - WR, DAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 29: Cowboys WR Sam Hurd has a high ankle sprain. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: One week after losing Miles Austin and Isaiah 29 Stanback, the Cowboys are now very thin at wideout. Their roster will be stretched with Hurd likely out a few weeks. That means more targets for Patrick Crayton and company. Stanback may be a candidate for injured reserve. Jackson, Darrell - WR, DEN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 25: Despite his lingering ankle injury, Darrell Jackson is still expected to open the season in Denver's starting lineup. FANTASY 25 SOURCE SPIN: It won't be long, as Brandon Marshall could be back in 1-2 weeks (pending his suspension appeal). It'd take a desperate owner to use D-Jax in Week 1 at Oakland. Denver's Week 2 matchup vs. San Diego isn't enticing either.Source: Rocky Mountain News Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 67 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT INJURY UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Jackson, Tarvaris - QB, MIN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 28: Tarvaris Jackson (MCL sprain) worked out before the Vikings' exhibition finale and walked with an "obvious" limp. FANTASY 28 SOURCE SPIN: Jackson was deactivated for the contest. He threw passes in pregame, but was donning a knee brace. While Jackson is supposed to start in Week 1 at Green Bay, he's someone for two-QB leaguers to keep an eye on next week.Source: Minneapolis Star-Tribune Johnson, Bryant - WR, SF (Bye week: 9) AUG. 26: Bryant Johnson (hamstring) resumed practicing with the 49ers on Tuesday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He immediately joined the 26 starting offense, although Josh Morgan was out with an undisclosed illness. The first-team split end job is not guaranteed to be Morgan's, so keep an eye on San Francisco's exhibition finale.Source: sf49ers.com Johnson, Rudi - RB, CIN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 22: Rudi Johnson (hamstring) promises to be ready for the Bengals' preseason finale. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: If so, he'd likely come 22 off the bench. Johnson has already had a physical setback and been ruled out of Saturday's preseason game. Cincinnati's exhibition finale is next Thursday. Don't bet on seeing much of him.Source: bengals.com Jones-Drew, Maurice - RB, JAC (Bye week: 7) AUG. 26: Jaguars coach Jack Del Rio called Maurice Jones-Drew's ankle "mildly" sprained. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Jones-Drew is likely 26 day to day. He may miss Jacksonville's preseason finale as a precaution, but with two weeks left should be 100% before Week 1.Source: Associated Press Jones, James - WR, GB (Bye week: 8) AUG. 25: James Jones' knee injury is reportedly more serious than the Packers first thought and he is in danger of missing Week 1. FANTASY 25 SOURCE SPIN: Green Bay is calling him "week to week." It sounds like a mere sprain and not a ligament tear, but Jones doesn't have an obvious timetable for return.Source: Wisconsin State Journal Jordan, LaMont - RB, NE (Bye week: 4) AUG. 26: Patriots RB LaMont Jordan confirmed that an undisclosed injury has kept him out of the past two preseason games. FANTASY 26 SOURCE SPIN: Jordan returned to practice Tuesday without restriction. And the Patriots continue to thumb their nose at the NFL's injury disclosure rules.Source: sportingnews.com Jurevicius, Joe - WR, CLE (Bye week: 5) AUG. 26: Browns placed WR Joe Jurevicius (knee) on the PUP list. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He'll be out until at least Week 7 and there's 26 speculation that he won't play at all this season following knee surgery. With Jurevicius out through Week 6 at best and Kevin Kasper done for the year, the Browns are suddenly very thin at receiver. Travis Wilson now looks like their third wideout behind Braylon Edwards and Donte' Stallworth. Lelie, Ashley - WR, SF (Bye week: 9) AUG. 19: Ashley Lelie still isn't practicing with the 49ers due to a torn calf. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He's out indefinitely and Josh 19 Morgan's emergence almost certainly has Lelie headed for the waiver wire. Lelie could help another club as a situational deep threat if he can get healthy, something he hasn't been since the spring.Source: Santa Rosa Press Democrat Leonard, Brian - RB, STL (Bye week: 5) AUG. 17: Brian Leonard sprained his shoulder in the Rams' second preseason game Saturday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Coach Scott 17 Linehan called the fullback/tailback "pretty iffy" for St. Louis' next exhibition. Leonard had both shoulders surgically repaired early in the offseason.Source: St Louis Post-Dispatch Manning, Peyton - QB, IND (Bye week: 4) AUG. 28: In his strongest language yet, Colts coach Tony Dungy said he would be "shocked" if Peyton Manning (knee) doesn't play the season 28 opener. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Dungy added that Manning would have to have a "dramatic setback" to miss regular season action. Manning has obviously made significant progress. It's safe to draft him as if he's healthy. Maxwell, Marcus - WR, CIN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 20: Marcus Maxwell could miss the first month of the season after suffering a torn muscle during Wednesday's practice. FANTASY 20 SOURCE SPIN: Another Bengals wideout goes down. Maxwell was slated to be the team's No. 3 receiver until Chris Henry returns, but that role might now be left to Glenn Holt, Antonio Chatman, or rookie Jerome Simpson. Coach Marvin Lewis wouldn't say what muscle Maxwell tore.Source: scout.com McGahee, Willis - RB, BAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 22: Willis McGahee (knee surgery) is still unable to jog. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: With 16 days left before the opener, McGahee is 22 off crutches and running in a pool, but may not practice before the week leading up to Week 1. Coach John Harbaugh has virtually ruled McGahee out for the rest of the preseason.Source: Associated Press Milner, Martrez - TE, ATL (Bye week: 7) NOV. 13: Milner (ankle) was placed on IR Monday night FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He had no fantasy value anyway. 13 Moore, Matt - QB, CAR (Bye week: 9) AUG. 29: Josh McCown's acquisition is not an indication that Matt Moore (shin) is headed for injured reserve. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 29 Moore is day to day and should be ready early in the season, but he'll most likely be No. 3 on the depth chart upon return. McCown's addition reportedly does mean that Brett Basanez will be traded or cut on Saturday.Source: Gaston Gazette Neal, Lorenzo - RB, BAL (Bye week: 10) JUNE 9: Free agent Lorenzo Neal is hoping to latch on with either the Cowboys, Steelers, or Broncos. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Neal, 37, 9 may need to take a deal for the minimum to play another season. He's coming off a broken leg and no longer does more than lead block.Source: Yahoo Sports This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 68 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT INJURY UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS O'Neal, Oren - RB, OAK (Bye week: 5) AUG. 24: Raiders coach Lane Kiffin revealed that FB Oren O'Neal's knee injury is career threatening. O'Neal will go on injured reserve, ending 24 his season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Reconstructive surgery sounds like a certainty. Kiffin said "it was as bad as it can get" and TV viewers are lucky O'Neal's injury wasn't caught on film.Source: Oakland Tribune Palmer, Carson - QB, CIN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 26: Carson Palmer will not play in Thursday's preseason finale against the Colts. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Bengals are sitting him 26 as a precaution while he recovers from a broken nose suffered in Saturday's loss to the Saints. Pinnock, Andrew - RB, SD (Bye week: 9) APRIL 21: Chargers FB Andrew Pinnock is recovering from a microfracture in his knee. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Pinnock, slated to replace 21 Lorenzo Neal as a starter, is questionable for Week 1. San Diego may now be forced to address the position in the draft.Source: San Diego Union-Tribune Porter, Jerry - WR, JAC (Bye week: 7) AUG. 25: Jaguars coach Jack Del Rio acknowledged Monday that the team may not have Jerry Porter (hamstring surgery) for its season opener. 25 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Del Rio says Porter must practice for two weeks to be cleared. He will not practice Monday, and "when he returns, we'll start the timer." Porter is learning a new offense and needs the reps to be reliable. If Porter can't, Matt Jones and Mike Walker are candidates to start Week 1 opposite Reggie Williams.Source: jaguars.com Rice, Sidney - WR, MIN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 22: Sidney Rice will not play in Saturday's preseason game after missing four consecutive days with a virus. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 22 Rice has apparently lost a lot of strength but the Vikings expect him back on the practice field at the beginning of next week.Source: Minneapolis Star-Tribune Schouman, Derek - TE, BUF (Bye week: 6) AUG. 27: Bills TE Derek Schouman will be out at least two more weeks with his knee injury. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: With rookie Derek 27 Fine also going down with a thumb injury, the Bills will roll with Robert Royal backed up by Courtney Anderson or Tim Massaquoi.Source: Buffalo News Shockey, Jeremy - TE, NO (Bye week: 9) AUG. 29: Coach Sean Payton is confident that Jeremy Shockey (leg) will be "100 percent" by the Saints' regular season opener. FANTASY 29 SOURCE SPIN: Shockey didn't play a preseason down, but that was only as a precaution. "I think by Monday he's going to be 100%," Payton said, "and I feel like we're getting enough work from him during the work week with the quarterback." Shockey will likely pose matchup problems for the Buccaneers in Week 1. Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune Smith, Troy - QB, BAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 29: Ravens QB Troy Smith had to be hospitalized Thursday after his tonsil infection took another negative turn. FANTASY SOURCE 29 SPIN: Smith is expected to be released from the hospital in a couple of days. He has lost 13 pounds in the last week. Meanwhile Joe Flacco led the first team offense to 115 total yards and one scoring drive in just over a quarter Thursday night. The Ravens won't know until at least early next week who their starting quarterback will be.Source: Carroll County Times Sorgi, Jim - QB, IND (Bye week: 4) AUG. 24: NFL Network's Adam Schefter reports Jim Sorgi was held out of the Colts' third preseason game Monday night due to a "gimpy 24 knee." FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Sorgi's absence is precautionary. The Colts are also trying to decide whether to keep Jared Lorenzen or Quinn Gray around as a third quarterback. Stanback, Isaiah - WR, DAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 25: Cowboys KR Isaiah Stanback needs surgery to repair his dislocated shoulder. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Stanback wants to put it 25 off until after the season, but he may not be valuable enough for Dallas to risk a roster spot on. He's a candidate for I.R.Source: Dallas Morning News Tynes, Lawrence - K, NYG (Bye week: 4) AUG. 23: Despite the lack of structural damage to Lawrence Tynes' knee, he's unlikely to be ready for the Giants season opener. FANTASY 23 SOURCE SPIN: Tynes is likely to miss a "few weeks" after meniscus (cartilage) damage was found. Though Josh Huston is currently subbing, FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. Jay Feely could be getting a call if Tynes is expected to miss several regular season games.Source: Newark Star-Ledger 2007 stats: Welker, Wes - WR, NE (Bye week: 4) AUG. 25: Wes Welker was seen in the Patriots locker room on Monday after leaving Friday's exhibition game with a "rib" injury. FANTASY 25 SOURCE SPIN: He wouldn't speak with reporters, which is typical of "injured" Patriots, but this is a positive sign nonetheless. Welker's injury doesn't appear serious.Source: Boston Globe Williams, Carnell - RB, TB (Bye week: 10) AUG. 15: Despite coach Jon Gruden recently saying that Cadillac Williams (knee) is "close" to practicing, Williams is still expected to begin 15 2008 on PUP. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Bucs "could" have Caddy back at midseason, according to the St. Petersburg Times. Williams didn't take one practice rep in training camp.Source: St. Petersburg Times Williams, Demetrius - WR, BAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 20: Coach John Harbaugh believes Demetrius Williams (Achilles) will be ready for the Ravens' regular season opener. FANTASY 20 SOURCE SPIN: Still, his third receiver job is in doubt. Williams has been out since mid-June and doesn't have a set role on offense with a new coordinator in place.Source: baltimoreravens.com Williams, Harry - WR, HOU (Bye week: 8) AUG. 25: Doctors have informed Texans WR Harry Williams Jr. that his career is over. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Williams suffered a small 25 fracture in his spine during Houston's third preseason game and had surgery. He never caught a pass in the league.Source: Houston Chronicle Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 69 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT INJURY UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Williams, Roydell - WR, TEN (Bye week: 6) AUG. 15: Roydell Williams' surgically repaired ankle is still not 100 percent. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He recently had a setback and is no 15 longer practicing. Williams had an extensive procedure done on the ankle this winter. He won't be available for the Titans' second preseason game and risks not making the club.Source: Nashville City Paper Wrighster, George - TE, JAC (Bye week: 7) AUG. 28: Jaguars placed TE George Wrighster (knee) on the PUP list. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Wrighster hasn't recovered from the ACL 28 he tore last November. Marcedes Lewis will have very little competition for snaps in the first half of the season. He's a sleeper to post high-end TE2, low TE1 production through Week 7. For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 70 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT INJURY UPDATES - DEFENSIVE PLAYERS Index Updated Player 7/30/08 8/11/08 8/29/08 8/8/08 8/14/08 8/20/08 8/12/08 8/26/08 8/24/08 8/25/08 1/5/06 8/10/08 7/25/08 8/26/08 8/12/08 8/13/08 8/21/08 8/20/08 8/29/08 8/26/08 7/28/08 8/12/08 8/23/08 7/29/08 8/27/08 8/26/08 8/10/08 7/29/08 8/25/08 7/29/08 7/31/08 8/25/08 8/25/08 8/19/08 7/25/08 8/20/08 8/25/08 8/26/08 8/14/08 8/26/08 8/27/08 7/1/08 8/24/08 8/20/08 8/12/08 7/21/08 8/28/08 8/27/08 Victor Abiamiri Boss Bailey Fakhir Brown Prescott Burgess Kevin Burnett Chris Clemons Michael Coe Sammy Davis Brian Dawkins Elvis Dumervil Donnie Edwards Heath Farwell Dwight Freeney Kabeer Kelly Gregg Tyjuan Hagler Justin Harrell Chris Harris Arnold Harrison Will Herring Von Hutchins LaRon Landry Marquand Manuel Mike McKenzie Shawne Merriman Justin Miller Jayme Mitchell Terence Newman Donte Nicholson Antwan Odom Antwan Peek Joey Porter Montae Reagor Antrel Rolle Bob Sanders Anthony Spencer Lofa Tatupu Jason Taylor Hollis Thomas Robert Thomas Jason Trusnik Kenechi Udeze Osi Umenyiora Demorrio Williams Madieu Williams Adrian Wilson Rod Wilson Will Witherspoon Team Pos. PHI DEN STL BAL DAL PHI IND TB PHI DEN KC MIN IND GB BAL IND GB CAR PIT SEA ATL WAS DEN NO SD NYJ MIN DAL TB CIN CLE MIA PHI ARI IND DAL SEA WAS NO OAK NYJ MIN NYG KC MIN ARI CHI STL DE LB CB LB LB DE CB CB S DE LB LB DE DE DT LB DT S LB LB CB S S CB LB CB DE CB S DE LB LB DT CB S LB LB DE DT LB LB DE DE LB S S LB LB Injury Wrist Ankle sprain Rotator cuff Broken wrist Knee Calf Knee surgery Thumb Ankle Hamstring Knee Foot Knee Knee Pectoral tear Back Groin Torn ACL Knee Lisfranc Hamstring Fractured Knee Knee Dislocated Knee (torn Groin Knee Foot sprain Knee surgery Back Knee Ankle Shoulder Knee Knee Knee sprain Right triceps Knee PUP list Leukemia Left knee Hand Neck Achilles' Broken arm Groin Status Out for training camp Out for preseason doubtful Week 1 Will need surgery cleared to resume practice returned to practice Out up to 8 weeks Out for season Expected to play Week 1 Week 1 status uncertain expected back for Week 1 Out for season Expected to be ready for Week 1 Day to day Status for Week 1 unclear Out till at least October on PUP returned to practice 8-25 will be placed on IR, season ending PUP list Out for season Active Surgery Hopes to play Week 1 Season-ending surgery is a possibility may be ready for season opener Out for season resumed practice will undergo surgery Should be ready Week 1 Out for remainder of camp Could put him out for an extended period Had surgery expected to play 8-29 No timetable for return Out 2-4 weeks seen on crutches hopes to play in season opener Out for two months Day to day Out until Week 7 May miss '08 Will miss 2008 season Out two weeks Out as many as 6 weeks Active IR Day to day Injury News and Analysis Abiamiri, Victor - DE, PHI (Bye week: 7) JULY 30: Eagles DE Victor Abiamiri (fractured wrist) will not be available for the remainder of training camp. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 30 The team is likely considering placing him on injured reserve. Abiamiri was a candidate to start at left defensive end before his injury. That job will likely now go to Juqua Parker, with Chris Clemons and Bryan Smith rotating in.Source: philadelphiaeagles.com Bailey, Boss - LB, DEN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 11: Broncos LB Boss Bailey is expected to miss the remainder of the preseason with a severe ankle sprain. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 11 It's hoped that he will be ready for the season opener September 8 at Oakland, but that's far from a certainty.Source: Denver Post 71 of 178 Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT INJURY UPDATES - DEFENSIVE PLAYERS Brown, Fakhir - CB, STL (Bye week: 5) AUG. 29: Rams CB Fakhir Brown's (shoulder) status for Week 1 is in doubt. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Brown partially tore his rotator cuff 29 on one of the first practices of training camp and still isn't working out. The Rams' secondary is weak even with Brown in the lineup. St. Louis visits Philadelphia on opening day.Source: St Louis Post-Dispatch Burgess, Prescott - LB, BAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 8: Ravens LB Prescott Burgess broke his wrist during Thursday game. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Burgess, a special teamer, is expected 8 to undergo surgery today.Source: Carroll County Times Burnett, Kevin - LB, DAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 14: Cowboys LB Kevin Burnett underwent an MRI on the left knee he sprained in Wednesday's scrimmage. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 14 The Cowboys won't know the severity until they conduct further tests. There's a possibility that Burnett could suit up for Saturday's game, but there's also a chance that he will need surgery. If Burnett misses regular season action, it would be a blow to the Cowboys' linebacker depth.Source: Dallas Morning News Clemons, Chris - DE, PHI (Bye week: 7) AUG. 20: Eagles defensive coordinator Jim Johnson suggested DE Chris Clemons is locked in a battle with Jerome McDougle for the fifth 20 defensive end spot. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Clemons, the team's second biggest free agent signing this offseason, has been out with a calf injury while McDougle has impressed coaches throughout camp. Because of the injury Clemons may not have a role on defense to start the season. He is a skilled special teamer, though, and his $4 million signing bonus would be tough to eat.Source: Trenton Times Coe, Michael - CB, IND (Bye week: 4) AUG. 12: Colts DB Michael Coe (knee surgery) was placed on the waived/injured list. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "We looked at it and 12 wanted to hold off as long as we could," said Coach Tony Dungy. "Realistically, he's going to be two months into the season." Tough luck for last year's fifth-rounder.Source: colts.com Davis, Sammy - CB, TB (Bye week: 10) AUG. 26: Bucs placed CB Sammy Davis on injured reserve. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Davis hadn't shown much during camp, but 26 apparently the Bucs wanted to hold onto him. It's hard to imagine him suddenly having much impact in 2009-10. Dawkins, Brian - S, PHI (Bye week: 7) AUG. 24: Brian Dawkins' MRI revealed only a mild tendon strain in his right ankle. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The injury looked bad at the 24 time, but Dawkins is expected to play in Week 1 against the Rams. He's not a great bet to stay healthy throughout the season.Source: phillyburbs.com Dumervil, Elvis - DE, DEN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 25: Broncos DE Elvis Dumervil (broken finger) is unsure of his status for Week 1. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Denver's pass rush would 25 be at a severe loss without Dumervil, who easily led the team in sacks (12) last season. Tim Crowder is his backup at RE.Source: Rocky Mountain News Edwards, Donnie - LB, KC (Bye week: 6) JAN. 5: The San Diego Union-Tribune reports Edwards will undergo surgery Thursday to repair the torn meniscus in his left knee. He played 5 the final two months of the season despite being hurt. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The injury didn't dramatically affect Edwards' play. He still finished fourth in the league with 154 total tackles. He remains an elite IDP choice at linebacker. Farwell, Heath - LB, MIN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 10: Vikings LB Heath Farwell injured his knee in Saturday's first preseason game and will miss the 2008 season. He'll be placed on 10 injured reserve. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Rufus Alexander will need to step up. Farwell, the Vikings' best special teamer, needed this season because he's in a contract year and wanted to prove himself worthy of a starting job for 2009.Source: St. Paul Pioneer Press Freeney, Dwight - DE, IND (Bye week: 4) JULY 25: Colts DE Dwight Freeney expects to be on the PUP list for about three weeks. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Freeney said he hopes to 25 play in the team's fourth or fight preseason game, which is the team's game plan. Doctors have told Freeney that his foot is structurally fine, but he's going to need reps to "loosen everything up." He's still on schedule for Week One of the regular season.Source: ESPN.com Gbaja-Biamila, Kabeer - DE, GB (Bye week: 8) AUG. 26: Packers DE Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila may be in danger of missing the Packers regular season opener. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: KGB 26 is experiencing soreness in the knee that was surgically repaired back in May. After missing the first three preseason games, he returned to practice only to suffer a setback Sunday.Source: Green Bay Press-Gazette Gregg, Kelly - DT, BAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 12: Ravens DT Kelly Gregg recently underwent arthroscopic knee surgery. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: There are no signs that Gregg, a 12 key to Baltimore's run defense, will miss Week 1 but it's a situation to monitor in IDP leagues. He's a premier IDP DT.Source: Carroll County Times Hagler, Tyjuan - LB, IND (Bye week: 4) AUG. 13: The Colts don't expect SLB Tyjuan Hagler (pectorals) to be available until October at the earliest. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 13 Hagler began camp on the physically-unable-to-perform list and could stay there into the season, which would cost him the first six games. Clint Session has a chance to be Indy's starting strongside linebacker in Week 1. Harrell, Justin - DT, GB (Bye week: 8) AUG. 21: The Green Bay Press-Gazette believes DT Justin Harrell (back) will stay on the PUP list to start the season. FANTASY SOURCE 21 SPIN: The Packers think he'll be able to play later this year, but that's hardly a given. With Corey Williams in Cleveland, Johnny Jolly facing a possible suspension, and Ryan Pickett out with a hamstring injury, the team will face depth issues at defensive tackle early this season.Source: Green Bay Press-Gazette This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 72 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT INJURY UPDATES - DEFENSIVE PLAYERS Harris, Chris - S, CAR (Bye week: 9) AUG. 20: Panthers SS Chris Harris (groin) says he'll "definitely" be ready for Week 1. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: His groin strain has kept 20 him sidelined for roughly two weeks. A relentless hitter, Harris is key to Carolina's backend and a top-15 IDP defensive back.Source: Gaston Gazette Harrison, Arnold - LB, PIT (Bye week: 6) AUG. 29: Steelers backup LB Arnold Harrison suffered a torn ACL in Thursday's game against the Panthers. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: No 29 word yet on whether it's the same ACL he tore back in 2006. Harrison will be placed on injured reserve, ending his season.Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Herring, Will - LB, SEA (Bye week: 4) AUG. 26: Seahawks placed LB Will Herring on PUP and T William Robinson on IR. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Herring is dealing with a 26 knee injury, and could be activated after the sixth week of the season, depending on the Seahawks' situation at linebacker. Robinson was carted off the field in Seattle's first preseason game with an ankle injury. He needs to spend the year bulking up. Hutchins, Von - CB, ATL (Bye week: 7) JULY 28: Falcons CB Von Hutchins had surgery to repair a Lisfranc fracture Monday. He was placed on the Physically Unable to Perform list, 28 but will not play in 2008. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Hutchins, Atlanta's projected nickel back behind Chris Houston and Brent Grimes, got hurt on the first day of training camp. The former Texan signed a $9 million deal in March and was the team's most experienced corner. Atlanta's secondary looks awful on paper. Keep that in mind for fantasy matchup purposes.Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Landry, LaRon - S, WAS (Bye week: 10) AUG. 12: A recent MRI on LaRon Landry's hamstring revealed a lingering strain. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Landry has been frustrated with 12 his inability to get over the hump with the injury, and he will almost certainly sit out Saturday's game. Though Landry hasn't been able to practice fully for three weeks, coach Jim Zorn says he'll be fine by the regular season.Source: Washington Post Manuel, Marquand - S, DEN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 23: Broncos SS Marquand Manuel suffered a fractured right thumb in Friday's game against the Packers. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 23 Manuel will undergo surgery Saturday, but it's not yet known how long he will be out. Hamza Abdullah would replace him if he's forced to miss regular season action.Source: Rocky Mountain News McKenzie, Mike - CB, NO (Bye week: 9) JULY 29: Saints CB Mike McKenzie (ACL surgery) returned to practice in a limited capacity on Monday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: New 29 Orleans' top corner will be eased back into workouts, although McKenzie says he's ahead of schedule. He's still no lock to start on opening day.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune Merriman, Shawne - LB, SD (Bye week: 9) AUG. 27: Shawne Merriman (torn LCL, PCL) told FOXSports.com that he will go against the advice of four knee specialists and play football 27 in 2008. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Merriman made his decision despite each doctor recommending reconstructive surgery. The commitment is admirable, but Lights Out could've saved himself some airfare. Further damage to the knee could end his career. Merriman is unlikely to see a full complement of snaps in 2008 and is a poor bet to play 16 games. This helps to stabilize the fantasy value of the Chargers team defense.Source: FOXSports.com Miller, Justin - CB, NYJ (Bye week: 5) AUG. 26: Jets CB Justin Miller will not require surgery on his toe injury and expects to be ready for the season opener. FANTASY SOURCE 26 SPIN: A couple days ago it looked like Miller could miss a few weeks, but Eric Mangini now says his chances for playing in Week 1 are "pretty good." If Miller can't go, rookie Dwight Lowery draws Ted Ginn.Source: New York Post Mitchell, Jayme - DE, MIN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 10: Vikings DE Jayme Mitchell suffered a torn ACL in Saturday's preseason opener. He will be placed on injured reserve, ending his 10 season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Mitchell was Minnesota's top backup at left end, behind Ray Edwards. This hurts the Vikings' depth, but Brian Robison makes for a fine replacement if needed. Otis Grigsby may also now make the club.Source: St. Paul Pioneer Press Newman, Terence - CB, DAL (Bye week: 10) JULY 29: Cowboys coach Wade Phillips confirmed Tuesday that Terence Newman will miss at least three weeks with a "significant" groin 29 injury.. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: An initial report said Newman's MRI came back negative, although the exact injury is unknown. Newman is coming off a Pro Bowl season, but Dallas has enviable cornerback depth with Anthony Henry, Adam Jones, and Mike Jenkins in the mix. They can get by if Newman starts the year slowly. Nicholson, Donte - S, TB (Bye week: 10) AUG. 25: Bucs S Donte Nicholson will undergo arthroscopic knee surgery on Wednesday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Nicholson was already 25 on the roster bubble after his July arrest and this will set him back, even though the surgery is considered a "minor" scope.Source: pewterreport.com Odom, Antwan - DE, CIN (Bye week: 8) JULY 29: Asked on Monday if Bengals RE Antwan Odom (foot sprain) will be ready for Week 1, coach Marvin Lewis replied "I don't see why 29 he wouldn't be." FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Frostee Rucker will get most of the starting reps for now. The Bengals haven't put a timetable on Odom. Their pass rush could struggle without him.Source: Cincinnati Enquirer Peek, Antwan - LB, CLE (Bye week: 5) JULY 31: Browns OLB Antwan Peek underwent arthroscopic knee surgery on Thursday and will miss the remainder of training camp. 31 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The surgery is called minor, but Peek has had chronic knee issues since his days as a Texan and may take awhile to recover. The OLB spot opposite Kamerion Wimbley is a position Cleveland should've addressed this spring.Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 73 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT INJURY UPDATES - DEFENSIVE PLAYERS Porter, Joey - LB, MIA (Bye week: 4) AUG. 25: Dolphins OLB Joey Porter is reportedly worried his career could be threatened by his chronic back injury. FANTASY SOURCE 25 SPIN: Porter reportedly has been in pain for over a month. Miami is planning for an "extended absence," trying DE Phillip Merling at Porter's right outside spot behind Charlie Anderson. This could crush the Fins' pass rush early on.Source: Miami Herald Reagor, Montae - DT, PHI (Bye week: 7) AUG. 25: The Philadelphia Daily News speculates the Eagles could be close to reaching an injury settlement with Montae Reagor. FANTASY 25 SOURCE SPIN: Reagor underwent arthroscopic surgery on his knee last week, and his nameplate has been taken off his stall in the locker room. If the Eagles did part ways with Reagor, his roster spot would likely be filled by Jerome McDougle.Source: Philadelphia Inquirer & Daily News Rolle, Antrel - CB, ARI (Bye week: 7) AUG. 19: Cardinals FS Antrel Rolle will likely miss the remainder of the preaseason with a high ankle sprain. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The 19 Cards hope he's back by Week 1. If not, Aaron Francisco would start at free safety in the opener at the 49ers. Francisco is burnable in coverage.Source: East Valley Tribune Sanders, Bob - S, IND (Bye week: 4) JULY 25: Colts S Bob Sanders (shoulder surgery) is not sure about his timetable for a return. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "Within the next 25 week or so I'll be able to move around and do a lot more and hopefully participate out here before we end it," he said. That doesn't sound quite as positive as previous offseason reports. Keep an eye on Sanders to make sure he's progressing throughout camp.Source: ESPN.com Spencer, Anthony - LB, DAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 20: Coach Wade Phillips said LB Anthony Spencer will miss 2-4 weeks after undergoing arthroscopic surgery on his right knee 20 Wednesday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Cowboys first thought Spencer's injury was just a bone bruise and called him day-to-day, but doctors decided it need to be cleaned up with surgery this week. "It kept getting irritated," Phillips said. "It'd go down and then it'd go back. There was just a particle in there that kept catching."Source: Dallas Morning News Tatupu, Lofa - LB, SEA (Bye week: 4) AUG. 25: Seahawks MLB Lofa Tatupu was spotted in the locker room on crutches following Monday night's exhibition game. FANTASY 25 SOURCE SPIN: Tatupu exited early with a knee injury. He reportedly looked "very stiff" after the game and will undergo an MRI on Tuesday. Tatupu's loss would be huge for Seattle after Niko Koutouvides and Kevin Bentley left in free agency.Source: Seahawks Insider Blog Taylor, Jason - DE, WAS (Bye week: 10) AUG. 26: Jason Taylor (knee) said Monday that he still hopes to play in the September 4 season opener against the Giants. FANTASY 26 SOURCE SPIN: "In a perfect world, I'd like to play Thursday, but it doesn't count, so I won't be there Thursday for sure," Taylor said. "After that it's live games, and I'm not one for missing games." Taylor suffered a sprained knee in the first half Saturday, but X-rays were negative and an MRI exam did not reveal tendon damage. He's started 130 straight regular season games.Source: Washington Post Thomas, Hollis - DT, NO (Bye week: 9) AUG. 14: Saints DT Hollis Thomas will miss two months with a torn right triceps muscle. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The 34-year-old was on 14 the verge of losing his job, but this news assures that rookie Sedrick Ellis will move right into the starting lineup at nose tackle. Ellis will have to occupy blockers which will hurt his potential for production.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune Thomas, Robert - LB, OAK (Bye week: 5) AUG. 26: Raiders LB Robert Thomas was carted off the practice field with a knee injury. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: There is no word on the 26 severity yet. Thomas had lost his starting job to Ricky Brown this summer. A serious injury may allow Al Davis' six-year pet project, Sam Williams, to make the team once again.Source: San Francisco Chronicle Trusnik, Jason - LB, NYJ (Bye week: 5) AUG. 27: The Jets placed LB Jason Trusnik on the PUP list. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: If the Jets want him back, he'll be available to them in 27 Week 7.Source: New York Post Udeze, Kenechi - DE, MIN (Bye week: 8) JULY 1: Kenechi Udeze (injured reserve, leukemia) vows to play football again. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "I know I'll be back playing," he 1 said. "It's about my mindset, and my mindset is, 'This (leukemia) is temporary.'" Udeze is currently only four pounds above his playing weight, but he has lost muscle mass. It's uncertain when he'll be cleared to begin lifting again.Source: Minneapolis Star-Tribune Umenyiora, Osi - DE, NYG (Bye week: 4) AUG. 24: Initial X-rays on Giants RE Osi Umenyiora's injured knee came back negative. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: This is probably why the 24 Giants don't think Chief Osi has an ACL injury yet, but an MRI will reveal more. Umenyiora is an invaluable player to New York and arguably shouldn't even have been in the meaningless exhibition.Source: National Football Post Williams, Demorrio - LB, KC (Bye week: 6) AUG. 20: Demorrio Williams broke a bone in his hand during Tuesday's practice and will miss the Chiefs' final two preseason games. 20 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Williams expects to be ready by opening day, but he's already looking like a free agent bust. He didn't claim a starting job in camp and will have a tough time getting snaps once the regular season gets underway.Source: NFL.com Williams, Madieu - S, MIN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 12: Vikings FS Madieu Williams could miss as many as six weeks with a neck injury, putting his status for Weeks 1-3 of the regular 12 season in doubt. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: A pricey offseason signing, Williams was also injury prone in Cincinnati, one of the main reasons the Bengals let him walk. He was expected to upgrade Minnesota's leaky coverage in the backend. The Vikings face pass-first teams in the first two regular-season weeks (@ GB, vs. IND), so this will hurt. Rookie Tyrell Johnson, who's more of a run-stopping safety, will likely fill in.Source: Minneapolis Star-Tribune Wilson, Adrian - S, ARI (Bye week: 7) JULY 21: Cardinals GM Rod Graves expects SS Adrian Wilson (Achilles' surgery) to be "100 percent" when the team opens training camp. 21 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Wilson missed all OTAs, but it sounds like Arizona expects him to be working twice-a-day in August. If so, a high practice workload would be just another reason to avoid Wilson as an IDP coming off his difficult injury.Source: azcardinals.com For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 74 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT INJURY UPDATES - DEFENSIVE PLAYERS Wilson, Rod - LB, CHI (Bye week: 8) AUG. 28: The Bears released LB Rod Wilson (arm) with an injury settlement. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He fractured the arm and won't be 28 able to help anyone for awhile.Source: Chicago Sun Times Witherspoon, Will - LB, STL (Bye week: 5) AUG. 27: Rams LB Will Witherspoon's groin injury is reportedly "worse than first thought." FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: According to Rams 27 beat writer Bill Coats, the injury is starting to cause some concern in Rams camp. 'Spoon is an impact IDP player, so keep an eye on this injury.Source: St Louis Post-Dispatch Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 75 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Addai, Joseph - RB, IND (Bye week: 4) AUG. 24: Joseph Addai ran for 23 yards on five carries and caught three passes for 16 yards in the Colts' third preseason game. Addai lost a 24 fumble, something he didn't do all last season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Addai came into the game averaging a paltry 0.9 yards per carry, so this effort was comforting. If Peyton Manning does miss regular season time, Addai could be the focus of Indianapolis' offense early on. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 261 1,072 4.1 12 41 364 3 2008 projections: 279 1,284 4.6 13 45 417 3 + Aiken, Sam - WR, NE (Bye week: 4) AUG. 8: Patriots S/LB Tank Williams and special teamer Sam Aiken left Thursday's game with knee injuries and did not return. FANTASY 8 SOURCE SPIN: The seriousness is not yet known, but the Boston Globe said both would be big blows if they were season-ending. Aiken is a core member of the special teams unit while Williams is slated to move up to linebacker in passing situations. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 1 10 10.0 0 0 0 0 Akers, David - K, PHI (Bye week: 7) AUG. 4: Eagles K David Akers shed 20 pounds during the offseason. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He dropped his body fat and has reportedly 4 showed improved leg strength in training camp. Akers was downright awful last season, missing all but two of his 10 attempts from beyond 40 yards. Perhaps he'll right the ship now.Source: Trenton Times FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 24 32 75.0 36 36 108 2008 projections: 24 32 75 35 35 107 C Alexander, Shaun - RB, SEA (Bye week: 4) JUNE 26: NFL Network's Adam Schefter reports that free agents Shaun Alexander and Travis Henry have received very little interest on the 26 open market. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Perhaps this changes when teams incur injuries in camp, but after LaMont Jordan is cut Alexander and Henry will be the fourth and fifth most desirable RBs on the market (also behind Kevin Jones and Cedric Benson). Schefter says Alexander, who turns 31 soon, will have to sign for the minimum to play in 2008. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 207 716 3.5 4 14 76 1 Ali, Charles - RB, CLE (Bye week: 5) JUNE 23: Browns FB Charles Ali may be available in a trade, according to the Cleveland Plain Dealer's Terry Pluto. FANTASY SOURCE 23 SPIN: Ali, a pure blocker and special teamer, might net Cleveland a seventh-round pick. He appeared in 13 games as a rookie in 2007 and received no touches.Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer Allison, Aundrae - WR, MIN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 24: Aundrae Allison led the Vikings with 56 yards on five catches in Minnesota's third preseason game. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 24 Allison got the start with Bernard Berrian and Sidney Rice both out. Allison has the talent to be a difference maker if he can get any regular season starts. He'll need Rice or Berrian to stay hurt for that to happen. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 8 122 15.3 0 2 3 0 Anderson, Courtney - TE, BUF (Bye week: 6) MARCH 10: Bills signed TE Courtney Anderson, formerly of the Falcons, on a two-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Anderson is an 10 athlete with great size (6'6/270), but has never been able to put it all together. He'll battle for a couple of roster spots with Teyo Johnson, Tim Massaquoi, Derek Schouman, and maybe a rookie behind Robert Royal. Anderson, David - WR, HOU (Bye week: 8) AUG. 22: David Anderson ran with the Texans' first-team offense in three receiver sets during Friday's exhibition at Dallas. FANTASY 22 SOURCE SPIN: Anderson appears to be competing for the third receiver job, although Andre' Davis is the favorite for that role and had three grabs for 46 yards. Anderson had two for 18. Jacoby Jones (0-0) looks buried as a fifth receiver. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 12 131 10.9 1 0 0 0 + Anderson, Derek - QB, CLE (Bye week: 5) AUG. 27: There are "rumblings" that Derek Anderson (concussion) is experiencing sensitivity to light, according to Profootballtalk.com. 27 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: This is a common aftereffect of a concussion, but he'll sit out the Browns' last exhibition and is reportedly only able to practice indoors. Anderson isn't a lock to face Dallas in Week 1 and should be monitored closely next week.Source: Profootballtalk.com Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 298 527 3,787 29 19 82.5 2008 projections: 280 493 3,547 25 18 81.1 Anderson, Mike - RB, BAL (Bye week: 10) JUNE 20: Howard Balzer of The Sports Xchange reports that free agents Mike Anderson and Shane Olivea have both been suspended by the 20 NFL. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Anderson's suspension spans a full year. He would be 36 if he played in 2009, so we definitely don't expect to see him again. Olivea's is only for four games and because he is young and has starting experience, he'll likely still find work. A team could sign him, keep him on the reserve/suspended list through Week 4, then drop another player and activate Olivea in-season.Source: Profootballtalk.com Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 15 62 4.1 0 4 26 0 This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 76 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Angulo, Richard - TE, JAC (Bye week: 7) FEB. 25: Jaguars re-signed TE Richard Angulo to a three-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The 6'7/270-pounder caught eight passes 25 for 81 yards and a score in 2007. A Mike Tice favorite, Angulo will battle to be Marcedes Lewis' top backup. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 8 81 10.1 1 0 0 0 Aromashodu, Devin - WR, IND (Bye week: 4) JUNE 17: Aromashodu saw time in the second half of last season and was a waiver-wire consideration at one point, but he didn't deliver big 17 numbers on the field. He could challenge for time in the event of injuries. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Would be fun to butcher "Aromashodu" on draft day, but we don't recommend trying it. (Bill Bender/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 7 96 13.7 0 0 0 0 Arrington, J.J. - RB, ARI (Bye week: 7) AUG. 19: J.J. Arrington is expected to make the Cardinals' final roster, most likely as a third-string tailback behind Edgerrin James and Tim 19 Hightower. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Arrington was running with the fourth team early in training camp, but helped himself with a 78-yard kick return in the second exhibition and a third-down conversion. He'll remain a threat to James' passing-game work this year.Source: East Valley Tribune Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 26 78 3.0 0 29 241 1 + Askew, B.J. - RB, TB (Bye week: 10) AUG. 21: Bucs FB B.J. Askew underwent arthroscopic surgery on his ankle last week. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He is expected to be ready 21 for Week 1. Askew had 18 catches for 175 yards last year and made four special teams tackles. He was a Pro Bowl alternate.Source: pewterreport.com Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 0 0 0.0 0 18 175 0 + Austin, Miles - WR, DAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 17: Cowboys WR Miles Austin is expected to miss four to six weeks after spraining his right MCL in Dallas' second preseason game. 17 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Austin probably won't be available until Week 3 at the earliest. This virtually locks Sam Hurd into the third receiver role behind Terrell Owens and Patrick Crayton. Converted QB Isaiah Stanback may see more action on offense early in the year. Austin's loss affects Dallas most on special teams.Source: Dallas Morning News Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 5 76 15.2 0 0 0 0 Avant, Jason - WR, PHI (Bye week: 7) JULY 20: Jason Avant, the Eagles' third receiver in 2007, could reportedly be on the roster bubble in training camp. FANTASY SOURCE 20 SPIN: Avant beat out Hank Baskett for the third receiver role last year, but didn't do much (23 catches, 11.6 YPC). Don't look for a big leap if he makes the club.Source: Philadelphia Inquirer & Daily News Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 23 267 11.6 2 1 1 0 Bajema, Billy - TE, SF (Bye week: 9) MARCH 28: 49ers signed restricted free agent TE Billy Bajema to a one-year, $927,000 contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Bajema seems 28 likely to become a favorite of new offensive coordinator Mike Martz, who values blocking from his tight ends. If all goes well, the Niners could look into signing Bajema to an extension during the season. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 Baker, Chris - TE, NYJ (Bye week: 5) AUG. 6: Despite just recently being activated from camp/PUP, Chris Baker was listed as the Jets' starting tight end on their first depth chart of 6 camp. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Eric Mangini is known for creating depth charts alphabetically, but Baker will likely keep his position because he's the Jets' best all-around tight end. Drop-prone Bubba Franks was second with rookie Dustin Keller third.Source: New York Daily News Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 41 409 10.0 3 0 0 0 2008 projections: 34 347 10.2 2 -0 2 Barber, Marion - RB, DAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 22: Marion Barber ran for 75 yards and a touchdown on 13 carries and caught two passes for nine yards in the Cowboys' third exhibition. 22 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The guy got paid, but is still on a mission. Barber ripped off sizable gains at will throughout the first half, sprung repeatedly by nice blocks from 245-pound FB Deon Anderson. MBIII leaped in from a yard out in the second quarter for his score. Felix Jones didn't come in until deep in the third quarter. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 204 975 4.8 10 44 282 2 2008 projections: 208 999 4.8 11 40 205 2 + Barclay, Chris - RB, NO (Bye week: 9) JULY 31: Saints waived/injured RB Chris Barclay. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Barclay only had a knee sprain, but the Saints didn't deem him 31 worth waiting on. He was trying to make the club as a returner and backup tailback.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 1 3 3.0 0 2 13 0 Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 77 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Barnes, Darian - RB, BUF (Bye week: 6) JAN. 17: Bills signed FB Darian Barnes to a six-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Buffalo's new offensive coordinator Turk Schonert 17 has expressed a desire to return to a two back system, and Barnes becomes the team's only true fullback. He was most recently with the Jets, but was released in November. Expect the Bills to bring in more competition for Barnes this offseason. Baskett, Hank - WR, PHI (Bye week: 7) AUG. 25: With Kevin Curtis (sports hernia surgery) sidelined, the Eagles see Hank Baskett as their best option at split end. FANTASY 25 SOURCE SPIN: OC Marty Mornhinweg prefers DeSean Jackson in the slot or at flanker, where he'll back up Reggie Brown. "Hank's a big, physical guy," Mornhinweg said. "His main spot is that split end." In three receiver sets, the Birds' Week 1 lineup will likely have Baskett and Brown out wide with Jackson inside. This makes Baskett worth grabbing in re-draft leagues. The Eagles will throw a lot and Baskett is a red-zone threat. He's Philly's biggest receiver.Source: philadelphiaeagles.com Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 16 142 8.9 1 0 0 0 + Batch, Charlie - QB, PIT (Bye week: 6) AUG. 30: The Steelers will not carry Charlie Batch (fractured collarbone) on their Week 1 roster. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The sides will 30 likely reach an injury settlement that will allow Batch to be available to Pittsburgh if he's needed later on. Byron Leftwich will be Ben Roethlisberger's main backup. Dennis Dixon has made the club.Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 17 36 232 2 3 52.1 Battle, Arnaz - WR, SF (Bye week: 9) AUG. 30: Arnaz Battle caught one ball for 25 yards in the 49ers' preseason finale. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Battle missed the first three 30 exhibitions with a hamstring injury. He'll likely be on the roster, but enters the season with an uncertain role. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 50 600 12.0 5 4 4 1 Battle, Jackie - RB, KC (Bye week: 6) AUG. 1: Jackie Battle was listed as the Chiefs' second-string tailback on their preliminary training camp depth chart. FANTASY SOURCE 1 SPIN: Though Battle has reportedly impressed this summer, this may be an attempt to send a message to Kolby Smith and Jamaal Charles. Still, it's clear that all depth chart spots behind Larry Johnson are up for grabs. That actually bodes well for Charles, who is far and away the most talented of the backups.Source: Kansas City Star Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 14 47 3.4 1 1 4 0 + Becht, Anthony - TE, STL (Bye week: 5) AUG. 19: Rams TE Anthony Becht has been sidelined since July 28 -- the first day of training camp -- with a hamstring injury. FANTASY 19 SOURCE SPIN: Becht was signed to relieve Randy McMichael of some responsibilities in the run game, but may now risk getting cut. Joe Klopfenstein has earned praise in training camp and is a functional in-line blocker with more athleticism.Source: St Louis Post-Dispatch Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 5 20 4.0 2 0 0 0 Beck, John - QB, MIA (Bye week: 4) AUG. 27: The Miami Herald suggests that Baltimore could have interest in John Beck. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Beck was drafted by Cam 27 Cameron, the Ravens' new offensive coordinator, and he surely could use another quarterback with Troy Smith sick and Kyle Boller injured. A fourth- or fifth-round pick could probably get it done.Source: Miami Herald Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 60 107 559 1 3 62.0 Bell, Mike - RB, HOU (Bye week: 8) AUG. 8: Texans placed RB Mike Bell on waivers. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Bell was brought in for depth while Chris Brown was injured. 8 But he didn't do himself any favors by arriving to camp out of football shape and injuring his hamstring in the first practice.Source: Houston Chronicle Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 6 3 0.5 0 1 7 0 C Bell, Tatum - RB, DET (Bye week: 4) AUG. 28: Tatum Bell was among several front-line Lions who were deactivated for the team's fourth preseason game. FANTASY SOURCE 28 SPIN: The terms "front-line" and "Tatum Bell" in the same sentence kind of make you laugh, but it looks like he'll be on the 53-man roster. Kevin Smith and Bell were the only two Detroit running backs sitting this one out. Smith will start Week 1 and seems likely to dominate the backfield early this season.Source: MLive.com Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 44 182 4.1 1 14 63 0 2008 projections: 115 483 4.2 2 20 98 0 + Bennett, Drew - WR, STL (Bye week: 5) AUG. 25: Coach Scott Linehan expects Drew Bennett (hip) to be ready for the Rams' Week 1 game at Philadelphia. FANTASY SOURCE 25 SPIN: Bennett's injury was initially called a groin strain, but it's a hip flexor. St. Louis hopes that holding him out of its exhibition finale will get him healthy.Source: St Louis Post-Dispatch Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 33 375 11.4 3 0 0 0 2008 projections: 48 555 11.6 4 -0 0 For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 78 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Bennett, Michael - RB, TB (Bye week: 10) AUG. 19: The Tampa Tribune thinks Michael Bennett could end up with the second most carries in the Bucs' backfield this year, behind only 19 Earnest Graham. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: No matter where he is, Bennett seemingly gets talked up every offseason because his track speed looks good on the practice field. In reality, he hasn't been effective since 2002. Bet on Warrick Dunn getting more touches.Source: Tampa Tribune Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 61 241 4.0 1 15 101 1 Benson, Cedric - RB, CHI (Bye week: 8) JULY 2: NFL Network's Adam Schefter reports that the Texans aren't interested in Cedric Benson, despite some rumors to the contrary. 2 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: We haven't posted the rumors because they were just message board fodder, and Schefter says they are baseless. Schefter also reports the market for Benson is quite cool, and he thinks Benson won't get a job until a running back is hurt elsewhere in training camp. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 196 674 3.4 4 17 123 0 2008 projections: 90 350 3.9 2 10 75 0 Berlin, Brock - QB, STL (Bye week: 5) APRIL 29: The Rams plan on carrying three quarterbacks this season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Teams may back off the risky two-QB 29 approach after a ton of injuries last year. Unless the Rams go after Daunte Culpepper, who coach Scott Linehan knows well and is available, Brock Berlin has the inside track for the Rams' third job.Source: St Louis Post-Dispatch Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 17 28 153 0 1 60.6 + Berrian, Bernard - WR, MIN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 28: Coach Brad Childress announced he plans to rest the Vikings' starters against the Cowboys, meaning free agent acquisition Bernard 28 Berrian (turf toe) will go the entire preseason having played only three series, all in the first game. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Berrian has been in practice this week so this is a precautionary move. He should be ready to go for the opener, but the Vikings certainly would have liked to have seen more of him in the preseason after paying big money to sign him from the Bears.Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 71 951 13.4 5 0 0 0 2008 projections: 63 829 13.2 6 -53 0 + Betts, Ladell - RB, WAS (Bye week: 10) JULY 30: Redskins RB Ladell Betts will miss Sunday's preseason opener against the Colts with a thigh bruise. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 30 With Clinton Portis also being held out as a precaution, Youngstown State's Marcus Mason could receive his 15 minutes of fame. Veteran Rock Cartwright will get a few carries as well.Source: TheRedskinReport.com Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 93 335 3.6 1 21 174 1 2008 projections: 93 372 4.0 2 18 162 1 Bienemann, Troy - TE, ARI (Bye week: 7) JULY 29: Cardinals waived TE Troy Bienemann. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Bienemann has been unable to practice because of a stress 29 fracture in his foot. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 7 46 6.6 1 0 0 0 + Bironas, Rob - K, TEN (Bye week: 6) AUG. 24: Titans K Rob Bironas (groin) may not be ready to practice until Week 1. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He hasn't kicked in the 24 preseason. "The last thing we can afford to do is have a setback," coach Jeff Fisher said. Bironas led the NFL in field goals in 2007.Source: Nashville Tennessean FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 35 39 89.7 28 28 133 2008 projections: 33 38 87 33 33 132 + Blakley, Dwayne - TE, TEN (Bye week: 6) AUG. 8: Titans TE Dwayne Blakley will miss two weeks with a strained groin. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Alge Crumpler's blocking backup 8 should return in time for the regular season.Source: Nashville City Paper Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 7 48 6.9 0 0 0 0 + Bodiford, Shaun - WR, GB (Bye week: 8) JULY 28: The Packers placed WR Shaun Bodiford on injured reserve, ending his season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Bodiford had surgery 28 recently, likely on his knee. He was a long shot behind Donald Driver, Greg Jennings, Jordy Nelson, James Jones, and Ruvell Martin.Source: Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 1 13 13.0 0 0 0 0 Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 79 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Boldin, Anquan - WR, ARI (Bye week: 7) AUG. 20: Anquan Boldin reiterated that he doesn't believe his standoff with Cardinals management can be resolved. FANTASY SOURCE 20 SPIN: "If I'm not going to be treated fairly, if my hard work and loyalty isn't going to be rewarded here, then let me go somewhere where it's going to be rewarded," Boldin said. He isn't threatening to bail on the Cardinals. Unless he does, Boldin shouldn't be downgraded on fantasy draft boards.Source: Associated Press Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 71 853 12.0 9 1 14 0 2008 projections: 76 988 13.0 8 -14 0 + Boller, Kyle - QB, BAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 28: Kyle Boller's "serious" shoulder injury is a partially torn labrum, according to ESPN's Chris Mortensen. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 28 The Ravens are hoping treatment and rest will help Boller recover quickly. If not, he'll have surgery and end up on injured reserve. Boller is getting a second opinion and the team will wait until Friday to make a decision.Source: ESPN.com Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 168 275 1,743 9 10 75.2 Bollinger, Brooks - QB, MIN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 28: Brooks Bollinger completed just 6-of-18 passes for 62 yards against the Cowboys Thursday night. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 28 Fifth-rounder John David Booty's job looks awfully safe after that performance. Bollinger will likely find himself on the traveling quarterback circuit after this weekend. Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 33 50 391 1 1 88.0 + Booker, Lorenzo - RB, PHI (Bye week: 7) AUG. 29: Lorenzo Booker played through a hip pointer in the Eagles' exhibition finale. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: This sounds like an injury 29 that could cause soreness for Booker into next week. Booker has lost his return job and is undraftable in non-PPR leagues.Source: Philadelphia Inquirer & Daily News Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 28 125 4.5 0 28 237 0 2008 projections: 101 428 4.2 1 33 231 0 Booker, Marty - WR, CHI (Bye week: 8) AUG. 22: Marty Booker believes he is in danger of not making the Bears. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Booker is getting little preseason playing 22 time. The Bears don't have good wideouts, but do possess numbers at the position. If they keep five receivers, Brandon Lloyd, Rashied Davis, Devin Hester, Earl Bennett, and Mark Bradley may be better bets to stick. It's probably down to Booker or Bradley.Source: Chicago Sun Times Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 50 556 11.1 1 2 12 0 Boss, Kevin - TE, NYG (Bye week: 4) AUG. 17: Kevin Boss ran with he first unit throughout Giants training camp. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He'll be New York's starter this year, 17 but he may have to rotate more than most first-stringers because of his blocking shortcomings. Boss is an intriguing TE2 pick, but he's too raw to be a safe choice as a fantasy starter.Source: Associated Press Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 9 118 13.1 2 0 0 0 2008 projections: 45 539 12.0 3 -0 -Bouman, Todd - QB, JAC (Bye week: 7) FEB. 25: Jaguars re-signed QB Todd Bouman and TE Charles Davis. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Bouman, 35, has a decent grasp of 25 coordinator Dirk Koetter's offense, but the Jags should be able to do better as a backup for David Garrard. They could be interested in Josh McCown and Daunte Culpepper. Davis is a camp body. Bowe, Dwayne - WR, KC (Bye week: 6) JUNE 19: Bowe had an outstanding rookie campaign and was one of the few bright spots on Kansas City's offense. Considering that he excelled 19 with a pair of QBs (Damon Huard, Brodie Croyle) who had more INTs than TD passes, we're not too concerned about poor QB play holding Bowe back this season. But beware the double-teams. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: An overlooked option for your No. 2. (Bill Bender/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 70 995 14.2 5 0 0 0 2008 projections: 75 1,064 14.2 6 -0 0 + Bradley, Jon - RB, DET (Bye week: 4) AUG. 19: Lions placed fullback Jon Bradley (shoulder) on the injured reserved list Tuesday, ending his season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It 19 looks like the Lions are going to carry a single fullback, rookie Jerome Felton. He should be able to shoulder the load. The Lions could also go with one of their four tight ends if necessary. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 5 9 1.8 0 2 10 0 Bradley, Mark - WR, CHI (Bye week: 8) AUG. 29: The Chicago Tribune indicated that WR Mark Bradley is battling Brandon Rideau for the final receiver spot. FANTASY SOURCE 29 SPIN: Of course, it's still possible that Marty Booker won't survive either. Bradley caught five passes for 42 yards against the Browns Thursday while Rideau had three for 63 yards and a team-leading third touchdown of the preseason.Source: Chicago Tribune Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 6 71 11.8 1 0 0 0 This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 80 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Bradshaw, Ahmad - RB, NYG (Bye week: 4) AUG. 18: Ahmad Bradshaw ran for 28 yards and a touchdown on eight carries and caught four passes for 24 yards in the Giants' second 18 preseason game. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Bradshaw played more than any of the Giants' top three backs. He will likely be involved heavily as a change of pace for Brandon Jacobs this year and be used frequently in the passing game. Bradshaw is a high-upside RB4 pick. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 23 190 8.3 1 2 12 0 2008 projections: 125 538 4.3 4 25 241 1 Brady, Kyle - TE, NE (Bye week: 4) MAY 25: Former Patriots TE Kyle Brady reportedly left the team unannounced for a portion of the 2007 season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 25 Position coach Pete Mangurian allegedly challenged his "mental toughness" constantly during practices, so Brady responded by leaving the Patriots. The team got Brady to come back, but he reportedly ran practice routes poorly and didn't block consistently. Brady, 36, seems likely to consider retirement.Source: South Coast Standard Times Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 9 70 7.8 2 0 0 0 Brady, Tom - QB, NE (Bye week: 4) AUG. 29: Tom Brady (foot) did not play in Thursday's preseason finale against the Giants. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Coach Bill Belichick 29 downplayed any concern, saying only that he wanted to take one last look at the backups to determine the pecking order before trimming the roster. Brady has maintained that he will be ready for the season opener.Source: Boston Globe Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 398 578 4,806 50 8 117.2 2008 projections: 350 555 4,378 36 8 103.1 Bramlet, Casey - QB, BAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 28: Ravens claimed QB Casey Bramlet off waivers from San Diego. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: A former World Bowl MVP, Bramlet 28 has bounced around leagues since being a 2004 seventh-round pick of the Bengals. His addition may indicate Baltimore is set to place Kyle Boller (shoulder) on season-ending injured reserve.Source: Profootballtalk.com + Branch, Deion - WR, SEA (Bye week: 4) AUG. 30: Seahawks coach Mike Holmgren says Deion Branch (ACL surgery) has a "chance" to begin practicing next week. 30 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It sounds like Branch isn't going to stay on the PUP list, but we'll know for certain on Saturday. He's likely still a ways from being game ready.Source: Tacoma News Tribune Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 49 661 13.5 4 0 0 0 Branch, Jamaal - RB, NO (Bye week: 9) MAY 2: Saints waived RB Jamaal Branch, DE Josh Cooper, WR Carlon Brewster, and DT McKinley Boykin. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 2 Branch, a former practice squad player who broke his leg in a December game, wasn't regarded as a long-term prospect. Cooper played in 13 games last season, starting two of them.Source: Biloxi Sun Herald Breaston, Steve - WR, ARI (Bye week: 7) AUG. 7: Steve Breaston caught three passes for 50 yards in the Cardinals' exhibition opener. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Breaston started for 7 Anquan Boldin (hamstring) and created more separation from Early Doucet, who's also banged up and didn't play. We don't expect it to last, but Breaston is entrenched as Arizona's third receiver at this juncture. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 8 92 11.5 0 2 8 0 H Brees, Drew - QB, NO (Bye week: 9) AUG. 23: Drew Brees completed 14-of-22 passes for 199 yards and one touchdown against the Bengals Saturday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 23 Another in a string of fine preseason performances for Brees. That momentum, combined with the addition of Jeremy Shockey, could cause Brees to shoot up draft boards. Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 440 652 4,423 28 18 89.4 2008 projections: 389 601 4,447 27 17 90.0 Broussard, John - WR, JAC (Bye week: 7) AUG. 26: Jaguars released WRs John Broussard, Clyde Edwards and Jeron Harvey. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Broussard made four catches 26 before landing on injured reserve last season and underwent ankle surgery in February. Also, the world needs more guys named Clyde. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 4 126 31.5 1 0 0 0 + Brown, Chris - RB, HOU (Bye week: 8) AUG. 30: The Texans recently ordered more tests to be performed on Chris Brown's ailing back, including an MRI. FANTASY SOURCE 30 SPIN: The Texans beat writers don't think Brown will be on the Week 1 roster, but GM Rick Smith is optimistic. "We are trying to be as diligent as possible," Smith said. "We're assessing where we feel like he is as a player, and what his contribution can be. We want to exhaust every opportunity."Source: Houston Chronicle Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 102 462 4.5 5 19 128 0 2008 projections: 160 678 4.2 3 20 147 0 Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 81 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Brown, Josh - K, STL (Bye week: 5) JUNE 19: Brown put up solid numbers last season, but that was with a high-scoring offense in Seattle. The Rams certainly have the potential to 19 put up points, but after a dismal '07 campaign that produced just 24 field goals and 25 PATs, fantasy owners should be hesitant to expect much more from Brown. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Questions around St. Louis' offense keep Brown from being an elite kicker. (Brad Pinkerton/SN) FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 28 34 82.4 43 43 127 2008 projections: 24 28 85.7 39 39 111 Brown, Kris - K, HOU (Bye week: 8) JUNE 19: As the Houston offense steadily improves -- the Texans' points-per-game average has increased in each of the past two seasons -- so 19 will Brown's production. Matt Schaub and Andre Johnson, when healthy, have the talent to move the offense up and down the field quickly, which should give Brown plenty of opportunities to put up big fantasy points each week. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Consider Brown a sleeper this season. (Brad Pinkerton/SN) FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 25 29 86.2 40 40 115 2008 projections: 28 33 84.8 42 42 126 + Brown, Reggie - WR, PHI (Bye week: 7) AUG. 27: Eagles WR Reggie Brown's hamstring injury may keep him out of the season opener. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Brown thinks he'll 27 play if the injury keeps healing, but he also says this is the most severe hamstring injury he's had. This could be a reoccurring problem throughout the season if he doesn't let it heal now.Source: phillyburbs.com Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 61 780 12.8 4 5 36 0 2008 projections: 65 855 13.2 5 -42 0 Brown, Ronnie - RB, MIA (Bye week: 4) AUG. 28: Ronnie Brown gained 47 yards and a touchdown on 12 carries and added two receptions for 10 yards against the Saints Thursday 28 night. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Brown passed the final test with flying colors. He didn't wear a soft cast on his injured thumb, and he reportedly looked good cutting and planting on his surgically repaired knee. A much needed positive showing for Brown, but this still has the look of a committee attack to start the season.Source: Palm Beach Post Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 119 602 5.1 4 39 389 1 2008 projections: 204 922 4.5 2 35 311 1 Brown, Troy - WR, NE (Bye week: 4) APRIL 8: Troy Brown has not decided whether he'll retire or attempt to play for another season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Brown, a 15-year 8 vet who played just once last year, has had limited interest from teams this offseason. He's versatile enough that a team could use him to round out their roster, but he'd have to earn the spot.Source: The Herald-Dispatch Bruce, Isaac - WR, SF (Bye week: 9) AUG. 8: The 49ers may be without WRs Isaac Bruce, Bryant Johnson, and Ashley Lelie in Friday's preseason opener. FANTASY SOURCE 8 SPIN: Bruce may be held out because the team knows what he can do after 14 seasons. Johnson has struggled with a hamstring injury and will not play. Lelie, out with a calf injury, is in danger of not making the team if he can't get healthy soon. Impressive rookie sixth-rounder Josh Morgan should get a long look against the Raiders.Source: San Francisco Chronicle Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 55 733 13.3 4 2 -4 0 Bruener, Mark - TE, HOU (Bye week: 8) MARCH 10: Texans re-signed TE Mark Bruener. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Bruener, a 35-year-old blocking backup, hasn't caught a pass 10 since 2006. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 Bryant, Matt - K, TB (Bye week: 10) JUNE 19: Bryant turned in the best season of his career in '07, but with the Tampa Bay offense aging, it's unrealistic to expect him to build on 19 that surprising feat. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Bryant is a good option during the bye weeks. (Brad Pinkerton/SN) FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 28 33 84.8 34 34 118 2008 projections: 28 33 84.8 34 34 118 Buckhalter, Correll - RB, PHI (Bye week: 7) AUG. 8: Correll Buckhalter entered the Eagles' preseason opener before Lorenzo Booker and ran for 18 yards on five carries with 15 yards on 8 three grabs. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Booker had 16 yards on four carries and a pair of catches for a total gain of two. If Brian Westbrook gets hurt, Buckhalter and Booker would likely share time. Buckhalter would get goal-line carries with Booker possibly dominating passing-down work. Westbrook doesn't have a clear fantasy handcuff. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 62 313 5.0 4 12 87 0 For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 82 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Bulger, Marc - QB, STL (Bye week: 5) AUG. 24: Marc Bulger completed 18-of-25 passes for 182 yards and two touchdowns against the Ravens Saturday night. FANTASY SOURCE 24 SPIN: The first signs of life from the Rams passing offense this preseason. Bulger started slow but caught fire in the second quarter, utilizing veteran Torry Holt and rookies Donnie Avery and Keenan Burton all over the field. Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 221 378 2,392 11 15 70.3 2008 projections: 301 490 3,578 24 14 88.1 Burleson, Nate - WR, SEA (Bye week: 4) AUG. 25: Nate Burleson took a seat after catching a 68-yard touchdown pass in Seattle's third preseason game Monday night. FANTASY 25 SOURCE SPIN: It was just his third preseason catch, and he can thank Courtney Taylor for springing him with a crushing open-field block. Granted, Burleson did make a nice catch in traffic to start the play. The Seahawks know what Burleson brings and sat him down to let their young receivers play. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 50 694 13.9 9 2 4 0 2008 projections: 80 897 11.2 7 -35 0 Burress, Plaxico - WR, NYG (Bye week: 4) AUG. 27: Boomer Esiason said on WFAN Tuesday morning that Plaxico Burress and the Giants agreed to terms on a new contract two weeks 27 ago. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "I guess that's news to me," Burress said. Burress could've been told to not say anything until the team makes an announcement. He returned to a full practice on Monday, potentially indicating a deal will be finalized shortly.Source: New York Daily News Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 70 1,025 14.6 12 0 0 0 2008 projections: 75 1,019 13.6 11 -0 0 + Bush, Reggie - RB, NO (Bye week: 9) AUG. 25: Reggie Bush left Saturday's game with a thigh contusion. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He jogged into the locker room, so the bruise 25 shouldn't have a lasting impact.Source: Baton Rouge Advocate Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 157 581 3.7 4 73 417 2 2008 projections: 164 625 3.8 5 76 524 3 Byrd, Dominique - TE, STL (Bye week: 5) MAY 10: The trial of former Rams tight end Dominique Byrd has been rescheduled for June 23 in St. Louis Circuit Court. FANTASY 10 SOURCE SPIN: Byrd is facing charges of assault and armed criminal action stemming from a nightclub scuffle downtown in December 2006. The underachieving Byrd isn't going to find a welcoming market for his services.Source: St Louis Post-Dispatch Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 4 44 11.0 0 0 0 0 Caldwell, Reche - WR, STL (Bye week: 5) JUNE 19: Here's what we know about Caldwell: If he isn't playing for New England, he isn't worth owning. In stops with San Diego and 19 Washington, he has posted pedestrian numbers. The Rams might be forced to count on him as a No. 3 initially, but you shouldn't. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: You know the name, but he has no game. (Bill Bender/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 15 141 9.4 0 0 0 0 + Calhoun, Brian - RB, DET (Bye week: 4) AUG. 28: Lions RB Brian Calhoun rushed two times for three yards before leaving Thursday's preseason finale with a quad injury. FANTASY 28 SOURCE SPIN: Calhoun was battling Artose Pinner for the final running back spot, so the injury will likely send him to the chopping block Saturday. Source: MLive.com Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 7 35 5.0 0 5 35 0 Camarillo, Greg - WR, MIA (Bye week: 4) JULY 7: Tedd Ginn Jr.'s inablity to impress during offseason practices has opened up the competition for the top three receiver positions on the 7 Dolphins. (Jeff Darlington for SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It sounds like Camarillo has been the most consistent of the group, and could develop into a sleeper as a WR off the bench. Still the Dolphins are still looking to add veteran help, so don't put much stake in this until after training camp. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 8 160 20.0 2 0 0 0 Campbell, Dan - TE, DET (Bye week: 4) JUNE 17: Campbell, who spent most of last year on IR because of an injured elbow, could benefit from Detroit's new, more conservative 17 offense. But he'll have to beat out newly acquired Michael Gaines for playing time. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: You can do a lot better. (Matt Lutovsky/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 1 1 1.0 0 0 0 0 2008 projections: 24 242 10.1 1 -0 1 Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 83 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Campbell, Jason - QB, WAS (Bye week: 10) AUG. 9: Jason Campbell completed 7-of-10 passes for 71 yards against the Bills in the Redskins' second preseason game Saturday. FANTASY 9 SOURCE SPIN: Campbell moved the offense easily and continues to look comfortable in Jim Zorn's new offense. Rookie Colt Brennan completed 4-of-8 passes for just 37 yards but was the victim of a couple of dropped passes. Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 250 417 2,700 12 11 77.6 2008 projections: 240 401 2,675 14 12 78.9 Carney, John - K, KC (Bye week: 6) JUNE 23: Carney, who is eight years older than Arrowhead Stadium, is currently listed as the Chiefs' starting kicker. Surprisingly, that's one of 23 the lesser concerns for the Chiefs' offense this season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Carney shouldn't even be considered on draft day. (Brad Pinkerton/SN) FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 12 14 85.7 27 28 63 2008 projections: 21 25 84 30 30 93 Carr, David - QB, NYG (Bye week: 4) AUG. 29: David Carr completed 20-of-29 passes for 192 yards and two touchdowns Thursday against the Patriots. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 29 Yes, that David Carr. With Anthony Wright nursing a sore back, Carr may have sealed the backup job with a sterling performance. Carr had already outplayed Wright this preseason, and now he has a statement game of sorts under his belt. Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 73 136 635 3 5 58.3 + Carter, Drew - WR, OAK (Bye week: 5) AUG. 24: Drew Carter's knee injury is a torn ACL. He will be placed on injured reserve, ending his season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: This 24 won't end his career, but he'll probably have to take a deal for the minimum to catch on somewhere next year, when he's a free agent. Carter will be 28 when the 2009 season starts. Any loss of explosiveness would be crushing, as Carter doesn't have reliable hands and shies from contact.Source: Oakland Tribune Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 38 517 13.6 4 0 0 0 Carter, Tim - WR, HOU (Bye week: 8) AUG. 26: Texans released WR Tim Carter, FB Jameel Cook and G Mark Fenton. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: A former second-round pick, 26 Carter has been let go by three teams since the beginning of last year. Cook played all 16 games last year as a special teamer and backup to Vonta Leach. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 8 117 14.6 1 0 0 0 Cartwright, Rock - RB, WAS (Bye week: 10) MARCH 7: Redskins agreed to terms with Rock Cartwright on a three-year, $3 million contract. The deal includes a $300,000 signing bonus. 7 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Cartwright wasn't hoping to get interest from other teams, but it didn't happen. He'll continue to be Washington's third-string running back and special teams pro. Washington has the makings of an excellent running game. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 2 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 + Cason, Aveion - RB, DET (Bye week: 4) AUG. 30: Lions No. 3 RB Aveion Cason is questionable for the season opener with an ankle injury. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: If Cason can't 30 go, the Lions may carry an extra running back instead of a fifth receiver. Under that scenario, Artose Pinner would likely get the nod over an injured Brian Calhoun.Source: MLive.com Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 11 38 3.5 0 14 129 0 Cassel, Matt - QB, NE (Bye week: 4) AUG. 27: SI.com's Don Banks believes that Matt Cassel has played his way off the Patriots' roster this preseason. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 27 Cassel's once promising stock has crashed and the Pats seem poised to open with Matt Gutierrez as Tom Brady's backup. Rookie Kevin O'Connell has been bad too, but his draft status keeps him safe. Banks ranks the Pats' backup crew third worst in the NFL, ahead of only Detroit and Green Bay.Source: SI.com Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 4 7 38 0 1 32.7 Celek, Brent - TE, PHI (Bye week: 7) MAY 28: Eagles TE Brent Celek is no longer being restricted following January shoulder surgery. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The surgery 28 was to repair a torn labrum. Celek will be L.J. Smith's main backup this season, while Kris Wilson and Matt Schobel duke it out to be the third-stringer. Wilson probably has the upperhand because he's more versatile.Source: philadelphiaeagles.com Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 16 178 11.1 1 0 0 0 Chambers, Chris - WR, SD (Bye week: 9) JUNE 20: Chambers' value caught fire after he was traded from Miami to San Diego. And he was just as productive in the postseason, proving 20 that a change in scenery (and a winning atmosphere) can make a world of difference. He'll serve as the Chargers' No. 1 wide receiver. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Overvalued in '07, but undervalued in '08. (Chris Bahr/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 66 970 14.7 4 3 12 0 2008 projections: 68 1,083 15.9 5 -27 0 This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 84 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Chandler, Scott - TE, SD (Bye week: 9) JUNE 19: With Antonio Gates (foot surgery) sidelined, 2007 fourth-round pick Scott Chandler likely will open Chargers training camp as a 19 starter. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Chandler is a skilled receiver, but he never has been much of a blocker and didn't play as a rookie. If Gates isn't ready for the first few weeks of the season, Chandler will start ahead of Brandon Manumeleuna. Perhaps Chandler could have a decent game or two, but he'll be a bye-week fill-in at best.Source: North County Times Chatman, Antonio - WR, CIN (Bye week: 8) JUNE 20: Because of the team's offseason shakeup at wideout, Chatman's role will increase. Chatman, however, has a history of injuries but not 20 a history of on-field success. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Not worth a look despite being in a good passing offense. (Chris Bahr/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 19 149 7.8 1 1 5 0 Chatman, Jesse - RB, NYJ (Bye week: 5) AUG. 29: Jets released RB Jesse Chatman. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Jets have apparently decided to go with two tailbacks again 29 (Thomas Jones and Leon Washington). Chatman isn't a big-play threat, but will grind out yards and could help a number of teams. Cleveland, Baltimore, and Detroit could use him. Chatman has a long history with Ravens OC Cam Cameron.Source: Newark Star-Ledger Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 128 515 4.0 1 27 161 0 2008 projections: 81 348 4.3 1 16 113 0 Clark, Dallas - TE, IND (Bye week: 4) JUNE 23: Clark had a career year in '07, but you can expect those numbers -- particularly the touchdowns -- to come down if Marvin Harrison is 23 active all season. Nonetheless, Clark is a productive receiver who works well in the Colts' system. He should get even more playing time now that Ben Utecht and Bryan Fletcher have left the team. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: As long as you don't expect double-digit touchdowns, you'll be happy with Clark. (Matt Lutovsky/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 58 616 10.6 11 2 29 0 2008 projections: 60 683 11.4 7 -0 7 + Clark, Desmond - TE, CHI (Bye week: 8) AUG. 20: Desmond Clark (knee) will not play in the Bears' third exhibition game. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The knee sprain isn't expected 20 to threaten Clark's availability for Week 1, but his absence could let Greg Olsen state his case to be Chicago's starter.Source: Chicago Sun Times Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 44 545 12.4 4 0 0 0 Clayton, Mark - WR, BAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 3: Mark Clayton (shoulder) returned to Ravens practice on Sunday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He barely missed any time. Clayton is 3 the front-runner to start opposite Derrick Mason with Demetrius Williams still on the shelf. The Ravens' poor QB situation keeps our expectations pretty low, however.Source: Baltimore Sun Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 48 531 11.1 0 0 0 0 Clayton, Michael - WR, TB (Bye week: 10) AUG. 24: Michael Clayton started the Bucs' third preseason game at flanker and caught two passes for 22 yards and a touchdown. FANTASY 24 SOURCE SPIN: Maurice Stovall was at split end with Joey Galloway still out. Clayton looks like a decent bet to open as a starter, but he will rotate with Ike Hilliard and Stovall, limiting his ceiling. His job also may not last long. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 22 301 13.7 0 5 22 0 Clemens, Kellen - QB, NYJ (Bye week: 5) AUG. 23: Kellen Clemens completed 9-of-12 passes for 83 yards Saturday against the Giants. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Clemens was able to 23 move the offense, but it wasn't until Brett Ratliff came on that the Jets found the end zone. Ratliff was 2-of-4 for 51 yards and the one touchdown. Clemens likely did well enough to keep the No. 2 job, but Ratliff hasn't stopped making plays all preseason. Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 130 250 1,529 5 10 60.9 Coats, Daniel - RB, CIN (Bye week: 8) JUNE 2: Bengals second-year TE Daniel Coats is being tried at fullback. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He's a direct threat to Jeremi Johnson, 2 who reported to OTAs overweight. Coats looks the part at 6'3/255, has excellent hands and great strength. Johnson got an extension in 2006, but his play has since been lackluster.Source: bengals.com Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 0 0 0.0 0 12 122 0 Cobbs, Patrick - RB, MIA (Bye week: 4) FEB. 29: Dolphins offered RB Patrick Cobbs an exclusive rights tender. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Cobbs will make $445,000 if he makes the 29 team, which he'll struggle to do, as the Dolphins are looking to upgrade their backup running backs. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 15 47 3.1 1 2 20 0 Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 85 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Colbert, Keary - WR, DEN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 27: Bill Williamson of ESPN.com reports that Keary Colbert "is on the bubble to make the 53-man roster." FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 27 Denver handed Colbert a $2.5 million signing bonus in March and planned on him becoming the team's No. 2 receiver, but that was before drafting Eddie Royal. Williamson notes that Colbert is also behind Brandon Stokley and Darrell Jackson, and Glenn Martinez may also have a leg up due to his special teams play.Source: ESPN.com Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 32 332 10.4 0 0 0 0 Coles, Laveranues - WR, NYJ (Bye week: 5) AUG. 29: Laveranues Coles did not make an appearance in any preseason games. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He was bothered by a hamstring 29 injury for much of camp. However, Coles has been practicing without restrictions and there are no doubts about his status for Week 1. He remains one of the best WR3 values out there in drafts.Source: Newark Star-Ledger Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 55 646 11.7 6 0 0 0 2008 projections: 73 947 13.0 6 -11 0 Collins, Kerry - QB, TEN (Bye week: 6) JUNE 17: The Titans need Collins as an experienced backup for the much younger and much more mobile Vince Young, but Collins has thrown 17 for only one TD in two seasons. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: If Young were out, Collins would be a desperate play even in a good matchup. (Vinnie Iyer/SN) Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 50 82 531 0 0 79.9 Collins, Todd - QB, WAS (Bye week: 10) JULY 29: Redskins No. 2 QB Todd Collins is off to a slow start as he attempts to learn coach Jim Zorn's West Coast offense. FANTASY 29 SOURCE SPIN: Collins, who's been in Al Saunders' digital scheme to this point in his career, is adjusting to Zorn's word-based offense and has reportedly "appeared frustrated throughout camp" while struggling with his progressions. If there was any thought of a Redskins QB controversy left, it can be squashed now.Source: Washington Post Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 67 105 888 5 0 106.4 Colston, Marques - WR, NO (Bye week: 9) AUG. 25: Marques Colston proclaimed himself "100 percent" after leaving Saturday's preseason game with bruised ribs. FANTASY SOURCE 25 SPIN: If the Saints needed Colston for their exhibition finale, he'd be on the field. But it's quite possible that we won't again see him before Week 1.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 98 1,202 12.3 11 0 0 0 2008 projections: 93 1,247 13.4 11 -0 0 Cook, Jameel - RB, HOU (Bye week: 8) AUG. 25: Texans released FB Jameel Cook. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Cook lost his starting job to Vonta Leach last year. He had to know 25 this was coming when he was arrested for marijuana possession last week.Source: Houston Chronicle Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 8 24 3.0 0 8 40 0 Cooley, Chris - TE, WAS (Bye week: 10) JUNE 23: Over the past three seasons, Cooley has averaged just under 65 receptions, 765 yards and seven touchdowns. Last season, he set a 23 career high for both yards and touchdowns. Expect him to continue to improve as QB Jason Campbell gets more comfortable as a starter. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: If you miss out on one of the top four tight ends, Cooley is a great "consolation" prize. (Matt Lutovsky/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 66 786 11.9 8 0 0 0 2008 projections: 65 774 11.9 7 -0 7 Copper, Terrance - WR, NO (Bye week: 9) FEB. 22: Saints re-signed WR Terrance Copper to a two-year, $2.25 million contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It includes a signing bonus 22 around $1 million. Copper caught 23 passes for 385 yards (16.7 YPC) and three TDs in 2006, but focused on special teams in '07. He's a solid NFL player, but shouldn't re-emerge as a fantasy option. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 15 126 8.4 2 0 0 0 Cotchery, Jerricho - WR, NYJ (Bye week: 5) AUG. 7: Jerricho Cotchery and Laveranues Coles project to benefit greatly from Brett Favre's addition. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Jets 7 finally have a QB capable of throwing outside the hashes. Favre could love Cotchery as a Donald Driver, Greg Jennings, Sterling Sharpe-type who will run after the catch. Cotchery's old career high for receptions in a season was 82. Don't be surprised if he nears the century mark this year. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 82 1,130 13.8 2 5 38 0 2008 projections: 71 1,054 14.8 6 -0 0 For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 86 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Crayton, Patrick - WR, DAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 5: Outspoken Cowboys WR Patrick Crayton opined that the Brett Favre saga is "shaking Aaron Rodgers" no matter what 5 Rodgers and the Packers say. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Crayton then went on to urge the Packers to start Rodgers against the Cowboys on September 21. Reminded that Rodgers played well against them when Favre went down with injury, Crayton responded: "Did anyone have any film on him? Their defense had film on him for last week's scrimmage. How'd that go?" Ouch. Rodgers will get a chance to temporarily shut Crayton up next month.Source: Dallas Morning News Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 50 697 13.9 7 0 0 0 2008 projections: 54 640 11.9 6 -0 0 + Cribbs, Joshua - WR, CLE (Bye week: 5) AUG. 25: The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports that Joshua Cribbs (high ankle sprain) is on pace to return for Week 1. FANTASY SOURCE 25 SPIN: Of course, the real test will be when he starts making cuts on the ankle. High ankle sprains can linger, so Cribbs will likely be on the injury report come the first week of the season.Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 3 37 12.3 0 9 61 0 Crosby, Mason - K, GB (Bye week: 8) JUNE 23: Crosby turned in an outstanding '07 season, finishing in the top three in field goals attempted, field goals made and field goals 23 attempted from 40 yards and beyond. However, he did that with Brett Favre leading the offense. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Without Favre, expect a drop in production from Crosby, who likely will go too high in drafts this year. (Brad Pinkerton/SN) FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 31 39 79.5 48 48 141 2008 projections: 27 35 77 31 31 112 Croyle, Brodie - QB, KC (Bye week: 6) AUG. 23: Brodie Croyle completed 12-of-21 passes for 110 yards and one interception against the Dolphins Saturday. FANTASY SOURCE 23 SPIN: A second straight stinker for Croyle who once again struggled to muster any semblance of a passing attack. The Chiefs desperately want Croyle to be their franchise quarterback, but it's simply not going to happen. Don't be surprised to see Tyler Thigpen or Damon Huard early in the season. Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 127 224 1,227 6 6 69.9 2008 projections: 163 288 1,731 10 9 72.8 Crumpler, Alge - TE, TEN (Bye week: 6) AUG. 21: Alge Crumpler rarely took a day off during Titans training camp. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Crumpler's knees have been healthy, 21 but things could change when he's banging pads regularly during the season. He's a fairly low-upside TE2 pick.Source: Nashville Tennessean Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 42 444 10.6 5 0 0 0 2008 projections: 51 587 11.5 6 -0 6 Culpepper, Daunte - QB, OAK (Bye week: 5) AUG. 29: Free agent Daunte Culpepper says he'd be interested in playing for Green Bay. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "I have not heard from 29 the Packers since before the draft," Culpepper admitted. "My ears are definitely opened to listen if they need a proven backup for Aaron (Rodgers)." The Packers aren't in any obvious rush to sign him.Source: Associated Press Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 108 186 1,331 5 5 78.0 Curry, Ronald - WR, OAK (Bye week: 5) AUG. 24: Ronald Curry is locked in as the Raiders' starting flanker following Drew Carter's season-ending knee injury. FANTASY SOURCE 24 SPIN: Oakland is left with zero depth at wide receiver and needs Javon Walker to stay healthy, even if he won't be able to separate. Curry projects to lead the Raiders in targets, probably by a long shot. Seventy catches is a reasonable goal. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 55 717 13.0 4 1 1 0 2008 projections: 62 740 11.9 4 -9 0 + Curtis, Kevin - WR, PHI (Bye week: 7) AUG. 23: Coach Andy Reid indicated that he won't have a timetable for Kevin Curtis' (sports hernia surgery) return for "a few weeks." 23 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "I don't know that. When I do, I'll tell you," said Reid. "It wasn't the worst one we've seen and it wasn't the simplest one. These next couple of weeks will be pretty important." Don't expect Curtis back before midseason.Source: philadelphiaeagles.com Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 77 1,110 14.4 6 0 0 0 2008 projections: 45 655 14.6 4 ---Curtis, Tony - TE, DAL (Bye week: 10) APRIL 12: The Cowboys signed Tony Curtis to his exclusive-rights tender. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Curtis began to split time with 12 Anthony Fasano behind All-Pro Jason Witten last season and could be found in several of the team's red zone packages.Source: Dallas Morning News Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 3 18 6.0 3 0 0 0 Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 87 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS H Cutler, Jay - QB, DEN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 22: SI.com's Mike Lombardi expects the Broncos to be a pass-first team in 2008. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Lombardi worked in 22 Denver's front office last year and has the inside track. He doesn't seem sold on Selvin Young as a feature back, for what it's worth. Jay Cutler's having a terrific preseason and the Broncos have the targets (Brandon Marshall, Tony Scheffler, emerging Eddie Royal) to pass first.Source: SI.com Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 297 467 3,497 20 14 88.1 2008 projections: 298 470 3,503 22 15 88.3 Daniels, Owen - TE, HOU (Bye week: 8) JUNE 23: Despite posting the sixth-most receiving yards by a tight end last season, Daniels didn't score a touchdown until Week 12. Consider 23 that an anomaly. Despite injuries to other members of the Texans' offense, including QB Matt Schaub, Daniels produced good reception and yardage totals virtually every week. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Don't overlook him because he isn't a big name and had only three TDs last year. Daniels is near the top of the second tier at this position. (Matt Lutovsky/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 63 768 12.2 3 0 0 0 2008 projections: 69 831 12.0 5 -0 5 Darby, Kenneth - RB, TB (Bye week: 10) MAY 26: One player who is benefiting greatly from RB Earnest Graham's absence from offseason workouts is Kenneth Darby. Darby spent 26 most of last year on the practice squad but did see action in the final three games. If Darby can impress the team with his running and pass catching skills he could win a roster spot as a third-down specialist. (Roy Cummings for SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Potential Graham owners don't want to see any more crowding in the Bucs' backfield. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 2 9 4.5 0 2 16 0 Darling, Devard - WR, KC (Bye week: 6) AUG. 15: Devard Darling has won the Chiefs' No. 2 receiver job based almost strictly on experience, according to the Kansas City Star. 15 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It's quite odd for a team so dead set on rebuilding to hand over starting jobs based on tenure in the league. Explosive rookie Will Franklin should have every opportunity to pass Darling on the depth chart early this season.Source: Kansas City Star Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 18 326 18.1 3 0 0 0 Davenport, Najeh - RB, PIT (Bye week: 6) JULY 3: Cardinals GM Rod Graves says the team has no interest in free agent Najeh Davenport. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Najeh said he'd 3 target the Lions and Cardinals as suitors, but his off-field past will work against him. The Cards also aren't in position to sign players other than their rookies. It's too bad, because this could've been a nice fit.Source: Arizona Republic Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 107 499 4.7 5 18 184 2 Davis, Andre' - WR, HOU (Bye week: 8) JUNE 28: Despite re-signing Davis to a multiyear deal in the offseason, don't expect to see the team's No. 3 receiver upending Kevin Walter for 28 the starting job. The Texans needed to re-sign Davis for depth at receiver and as their primary kick returner. (Megan Manfull for SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The pecking order in Houston is clear. Davis isn't going to have a ton of value unless one of those ahead of him get hurt. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 33 583 17.7 3 0 0 0 Davis, Buster - WR, SD (Bye week: 9) JULY 23: Chargers 2007 first-round pick Craig Davis entered training camp as the team's third receiver. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It's not a 23 lock that he'll win. Legedu Naanee was used more than Davis late last year, and Malcolm Floyd is still around. Davis blames his disappointing first year on recurring aches and pains. He caught 20 passes for 188 yards.Source: chargers.com Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 20 188 9.4 1 3 9 0 Davis, Chris - WR, TEN (Bye week: 6) JUNE 22: Davis' play was spotty in his rookie season, and he lost his job as a punt returner. He can't be trusted on your team. Why? Davis had 22 more fumbles (six) than receptions (five) last season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Ball security matters, even in fantasy football. (Bill Bender/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 5 38 7.6 0 2 19 0 Davis, Chris - WR, TEN (Bye week: 6) AUG. 25: Titans released WR Chris Davis, OL Brandon Torrey, and DT Barry Booker. LB Jorge Cordova was waived injured. FANTASY 25 SOURCE SPIN: This is the Chris Davis from Wake Forest, not the one Tennessee used a fourth round pick on out of Florida State last year. Cordova will go on I.R.Source: Nashville Tennessean Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 1 3 3.0 0 1 3 0 This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 88 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS H Davis, Rashied - WR, CHI (Bye week: 8) AUG. 21: Rashied Davis caught four passes for 58 yards and two touchdowns Thursday night against the 49ers. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 21 Fox's Troy Aikman said the Bears consider Davis their No. 1 receiver, and he has an obvious rapport with Orton. Davis started and saw plenty of targets, but he's more of a slot receiver type than up-and-coming fantasy stalwart. Meanwhile, Brandon Lloyd was nowhere to be found outside of special teams. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 17 165 9.7 0 0 0 0 C Davis, Vernon - TE, SF (Bye week: 9) AUG. 28: 49ers offensive coordinator Mike Martz says that "the numbers for Vernon (Davis), in terms of receptions, may or may not be there 28 this year." FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "It may fluctuate during the season," Martz said. "What we expect from Vernon are big plays. He's a very, very substantial blocker." Davis has not lined up in the slot this preseason, but has run vertical routes. He's shaping up as a better pick in non-PPR leagues whose targets will be inconsistent.Source: Sacramento Bee Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 52 509 9.8 4 0 0 0 2008 projections: 45 536 11.9 5 -0 5 Dawson, Clifton - RB, IND (Bye week: 4) AUG. 26: Colts released RB Clifton Dawson, LB Marcus Richardson and K/P Adam Crossett. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Dawson was buried 26 on the depth chart, and he always has that Harvard education to turn to. Richardson was a longshot to make the team and spare kickers like Crossett won't survive the cut to 75 on most teams. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 30 64 2.1 1 2 15 0 Dawson, Phil - K, CLE (Bye week: 5) JUNE 23: Dawson was a beneficiary of Cleveland's explosive season on offense last year. It was a big positive to see him bounce back after 23 making just 72 percent of his field-goal attempts in '06. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Because the Browns have the same offensive weapons in place, it's reasonable to expect Dawson to put up comparable numbers in '08, as long as he converts his opportunities. (Brad Pinkerton/SN) FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 26 30 86.7 42 43 120 2008 projections: 25 29 86.2 44 44 119 Dayne, Ron - RB, HOU (Bye week: 8) JUNE 24: There wasn't much of a market for Dayne's services this offseason, and when the Texans -- a team with serious questions at running 24 back -- send you packing, it's a serious sign of your decline. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Look who just turned 30! (Roger Kuznia/SN) Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 194 773 4.0 6 17 112 0 Dekker, Jon - TE, PIT (Bye week: 6) AUG. 16: Steelers waived TE Jon Dekker. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Dekker tore his ACL during Thursday night's game against the Bills. 16 H Delhomme, Jake - QB, CAR (Bye week: 9) AUG. 23: Jake Delhomme completed 11-of-19 passes for 159 yards, two touchdowns and one interception against the Redskins Saturday night. 23 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Delhomme was high on a couple of throws early, but he settled down and showed very good arm strength and decent accuracy. His running backs aren't going to combine for 200 yards rushing in the first half every week, but a healthy Delhomme remains a borderline QB1 in what could be a fine Carolina offense. Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 55 86 624 8 1 111.8 2008 projections: 275 454 3,446 22 12 82.1 Dilfer, Trent - QB, SF (Bye week: 9) JULY 9: Trent Dilfer announced his retirement from football. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Dilfer says he planned to retire before injuring his 9 Achilles playing basketball recently. The 13-year vet game-managed the Ravens to a Super Bowl win over the Giants in 2000. Dilfer finished his career with a 113:129 TD to INT ratio. He was the No. 6 overall pick in 1994 and threw 21 touchdowns in back-to-back years in 1997 and 1998, but had a journeyman-type career overall. Dilfer will likely move on to an analyst role and excel at it.Source: Reno Gazette-Journal Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 113 219 1,166 7 12 55.1 C Dorsey, DeDe - RB, CIN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 17: DeDe Dorsey rushed for 15 yards on six carries in the Bengals' second exhibition game Sunday night. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 17 Making his first preseason appearance, Dorsey was stuffed on fourth down at the Detroit 1-yard line. Dorsey isn't much of a short-yardage back to begin with, but he hasn't helped his odds of making the club. Kenny Watson (5-31, 1-4) is safe as the No. 3 back and situational passing down ace. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 21 183 8.7 0 4 19 0 Driver, Donald - WR, GB (Bye week: 8) JUNE 23: Driver posted his fourth consecutive 1,000-yard season in 2007, but he managed only two TDs, partially because of the emergence of 23 Greg Jennings as the Packers' big-play wideout. Not only will Driver have to contend with Jennings for scores again this season, but he'll have to do so with the unproven Aaron Rodgers behind center. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Still a reliable source for reception, yards -- but no longer a No. 1. (Chris Bahr/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 82 1,048 12.8 2 2 4 0 2008 projections: 92 1,075 11.7 6 -15 0 Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 89 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Droughns, Reuben - RB, NYG (Bye week: 4) AUG. 20: The New York Post suggests that Reuben Droughns is unlikely to make the Giants' 53-man roster. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The 20 Jints paid Droughns a $250,000 bonus in March, but he's barely carried the ball this preseason. He blocked a punt against Cleveland Monday to help his chances, but Danny Ware's play could make Droughns expendable.Source: New York Post Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 85 275 3.2 6 7 49 0 Drummond, Eddie - WR, PIT (Bye week: 6) JULY 31: The Steelers signed KR Eddie Drummond, formerly of the Chiefs. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Drummond was ineffective on 31 returns last year and lost the job to a combo of Benny Sapp and Jeff Webb. His addition bodes poorly for Jeremy Bloom.Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 0 0 0.0 0 1 -3 0 Duckett, T.J. - RB, SEA (Bye week: 4) AUG. 30: T.J. Duckett rushed for 71 yards and two touchdowns on 11 carries and caught two passes for five yards in Seattle's fourth exhibition 30 game. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: This probably sealed Duckett's roster spot. Justin Forsett lost a fumble for the second straight game and is now in danger of missing the cut. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 65 335 5.2 3 4 54 0 2008 projections: 50 203 4.1 5 3 39 0 Dunn, Jason - TE, KC (Bye week: 6) FEB. 27: Chiefs released TE Jason Dunn. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Dunn, 34, would've only made the minimum had he stayed on the roster, 27 so this is a big indictment of what he's got left. Once arguably the most dominant blocking No. 2 tight end in the league, Dunn's career could be over. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 2 9 4.5 0 0 0 0 Dunn, Warrick - RB, TB (Bye week: 10) AUG. 24: Warrick Dunn started at running back for the Bucs in their third preseason game, rushing five times for 12 yards. FANTASY 24 SOURCE SPIN: Earnest Graham was in two downs later and shared first-team snaps with Dunn, gaining seven yards on five carries. We wouldn't read too much into this, but we've said all offseason that Graham will lose plenty of touches to Dunn and possibly Michael Bennett. Bennett played with the second team Saturday. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 227 720 3.2 4 37 238 0 2008 projections: 100 404 4.0 1 13 92 0 Dwight, Tim - WR, OAK (Bye week: 5) JUNE 23: It's tough to tell what was quicker: Dwight in a 40-yard dash, or Dwight's fantasy value disappearing. Now banished to special teams, 23 the guy hasn't even had more than 19 catches in a season since 2002. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Long past his "prime." (Chris Bahr/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 6 98 16.3 2 2 12 0 Ealy, Biren - WR, TEN (Bye week: 6) JUNE 20: Titans WR Biren Ealy has consistently practiced with the first-team offense in three receiver sets during pre-training camp workouts. 20 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It looks like Ealy is Tennessee's third receiver at the moment, although he still has to hold off Brandon Jones and Roydell Williams (ankle), who could be ready by next week. Justin Gage and Justin McCareins are the starters.Source: Nashville Tennessean Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 1 6 6.0 0 0 0 0 Echemandu, Adimchinobi - RB, OAK (Bye week: 5) JAN. 18: Raiders signed RB Adimchinobe Echemandu. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Echemandu averaged 4.3 yards per carry in limited duty 18 with Houston last season. His style fits the Raiders' running scheme and he could be Oakland's third string back in 2008 if Justin Fargas isn't re-signed and LaMont Jordan is cut. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 20 85 4.3 0 2 11 0 Eckel, Kyle - RB, NE (Bye week: 4) JAN. 12: Patriots declared FB Kyle Eckel, S Eugene Wilson, CB Antwain Spann, S Raymond Ventrone, OL Wesley Britt, OL Billy Yates, and 12 DL Rashad Moore inactive for Saturday's battle with Jacksonville. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: TE Kyle Brady, QB Tom Brady, and CB Ellis Hobbs are all active. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 33 90 2.7 2 1 6 0 Edwards, Braylon - WR, CLE (Bye week: 5) AUG. 30: Braylon Edwards (foot) reiterated Friday that he will be ready to play against Dallas in the season opener. FANTASY SOURCE 30 SPIN: There has naturally been some concern about his availability after missing the final three weeks of the preseason, but it's safe to draft Edwards as if he's 100 percent.Source: Akron Beacon-Journal Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 80 1,289 16.1 16 0 0 0 2008 projections: 88 1,360 15.5 12 -0 0 For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 90 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS + Edwards, Trent - QB, BUF (Bye week: 6) AUG. 28: Trent Edwards is still questionable for the Bills preseason finale against the Lions with a bruised quadriceps. FANTASY SOURCE 28 SPIN: Edwards had hoped to log some more time on the field after having played just 31 snaps in the preseason. Coach Dick Jauron said he will be a "game-time decision." Either way, he still projects to begin the year as the Bills' starter.Source: Rochester Democrat and Chronicle Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 151 269 1,630 7 8 70.4 2008 projections: 197 339 2,100 11 9 76.1 Elam, Jason - K, ATL (Bye week: 7) JUNE 23: While in Denver, Elam was long regarded as one of the more reliable kickers in the game. However, he's 38 and now kicking for the 23 offensively inept Falcons. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: This isn't the Elam you're used to. Pass on draft day. (Brad Pinkerton/SN) FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 27 31 87.1 33 33 114 2008 projections: 24 28 85.7 28 28 100 + Engram, Bobby - WR, SEA (Bye week: 4) AUG. 12: Bobby Engram (shoulder) isn't expected to go on injured reserve, but the Seattle Post Intelligencer doesn't foresee him returning 12 before Week 5. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Seahawks' bye is Week 4, so the following week is a reasonable goal for Engram to return. At his age, anything before midseason would qualify as a quick recovery. Seattle looks good for not handing him that extension now.Source: Seattle Post-Intelligencer Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 94 1,147 12.2 6 0 0 0 2008 projections: 60 618 10.3 5 -0 0 Estandia, Greg - TE, JAC (Bye week: 7) MARCH 25: Jaguars re-signed TE Greg Estandia, DE Jeremy Mincey, DE James Wyche, and S Jamaal Fudge, all exclusive rights free agents. 25 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The first three can make $370,000 if they make the club. Fudge, an oft-used reserve and special teamer, can make $445,000. The Jaguars are high on Estandia as they are with most of their TEs. All will be on the roster bubble. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 9 136 15.1 0 0 0 0 Euhus, Tim - TE, ARI (Bye week: 7) FEB. 28: In addition to Darryl Blackstock, the Cardinals declined to tender restricted free agent TE Tim Euhus, WR Jerheme Urban, and WR 28 Ahmad Merritt. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Non-tendering Urban is the biggest surprise here, as coach Ken Whisenhunt recently mentioned him as a possible successor to third receiver Bryant Johnson, a free agent who's leaving. Euhus and Merritt are more bit players. Evans, Lee - WR, BUF (Bye week: 6) AUG. 20: Beat writer Chris Brown says Lee Evans was "clearly the most dominant player on the field" during Bills training camp. FANTASY 20 SOURCE SPIN: Evans may have to run more short routes this season due to Trent Edwards' downfield inaccuracy, but that should help his reception total. Evans is currently going as the WR22 in non-PPR drafts, which is solid value.Source: BuffaloBills.com Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 55 849 15.4 5 0 0 0 2008 projections: 63 955 15.2 7 -0 0 Everett, Kevin - TE, BUF (Bye week: 6) MAY 13: Bills waived TE Kevin Everett and WR Chris Denney. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Everett continues to make impressive progress 13 back from a spinal chord injury that nearly paralyzed him. He's now eligible for benefits from the NFL. Denney, out of Nebraska-Omaha, injured his knee in NFL Europa. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 1 3 3.0 0 0 0 0 Fargas, Justin - RB, OAK (Bye week: 5) AUG. 21: Despite a somewhat sluggish start to the preseason, Justin Fargas is in no danger of losing his starting job to Darren McFadden. 21 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: McFadden is going to play a lot, especially as a receiver, but Fargas will take the field first. It's not a position battle. The competition for goal-line carries is undetermined, although either back could excel near the stripe. Whoever's in on a given drive would probably get the ball down there.Source: San Francisco Chronicle Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 222 1,009 4.5 4 23 188 0 2008 projections: 150 652 4.3 3 15 149 0 H Fasano, Anthony - TE, MIA (Bye week: 4) AUG. 27: Dolphins beat writer Ben Volin believes that Anthony Fasano could be a top-ten fantasy tight end this season. FANTASY SOURCE 27 SPIN: Volin projects over 600 receiving yards for Fasano and "6-8 touchdowns." It's an extremely optimistic guess, but it's nice to see beat writers talking fantasy football. We're anticipating about 400 yards and 3-4 scores for Fasano.Source: Palm Beach Post Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 14 143 10.2 1 0 0 0 2008 projections: 37 366 9.9 3 -0 3 Faulk, Kevin - RB, NE (Bye week: 4) JULY 8: Kevin Faulk pleaded no contest to misdemeanor possession of marijuana. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Faulk will be given a one-year 8 supervised probation. He will also serve some community service. It's uncertain if Faulk was in the league's substance abuse program before. If not, he should avoid suspension.Source: Boston Globe Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 62 265 4.3 0 47 383 1 Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 91 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Favre, Brett - QB, NYJ (Bye week: 5) AUG. 28: Coach Eric Mangini said he doesn't plan to play his starters in the preseason finale against the Eagles, which means Brett Favre will 28 spend the game observing from the sidelines. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "He'd love to be able to get tons of work and have all the OTAs and all that stuff," Mangini said of Favre. "It's just not where we are right now. The most important thing to me is us getting ready as a group and getting ready for Miami." Kellen Clemens and Brett Ratliff should receive most of the snaps.Source: New York Post Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 356 535 4,155 28 15 95.7 2008 projections: 282 466 3,390 20 18 79.2 Feeley, A.J. - QB, PHI (Bye week: 7) APRIL 1: There are reportedly "rumors circulating" at the owners' meetings that the Packers have interest in A.J. Feeley and J.P. 1 Losman. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: With Kevin Kolb waiting in the wings, the Eagles might part with Feeley for the right price. Losman is less expendable in Buffalo. The Packers could also look into signing Aaron Brooks again. Gus Frerotte remains available. Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 59 103 681 5 8 61.2 Feely, Jay - K, KC (Bye week: 6) AUG. 26: Chiefs released K Jay Feely. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: That was quick: the team had only signed him on Monday. Nick Novak and 26 Connor Barth will continue to vie for the kicking job in KC.Source: Kansas City Star FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 21 23 91.3 26 26 89 2008 projections: 21 23 91.3 26 26 89 Ferguson, Robert - WR, MIN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 24: Robert Ferguson left Saturday's game with a leg injury. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Mostly a special teamer at this point, Ferguson 24 can't afford another serious injury in a career full of them. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 32 391 12.2 1 0 0 0 Figurs, Yamon - WR, BAL (Bye week: 10) JUNE 24: Figurs did a nice job on returns last season, scoring on both a kickoff and punt return. However, he wasn't featured in the passing 24 game, and that figures to be the case again. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Draft Yamon? No, mon. (Bill Bender/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 1 36 36.0 0 1 -1 0 Fitzgerald, Larry - WR, ARI (Bye week: 7) JUNE 24: Fitzgerald landed a fat new contract this past offseason, and fantasy owners will be the first to admit he deserved it. He led the 24 Cardinals in receptions, receiving yards and touchdowns and cemented his status as a can't-miss No. 1 wideout. The only question surrounding Fitzgerald is who will be throwing him the ball -- Matt Leinart or Kurt Warner. But it really hasn't seemed to matter. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: A fine target late in Round 2. (Bill Bender SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 100 1,409 14.1 10 0 0 0 2008 projections: 105 1,348 12.8 10 -0 0 Fitzpatrick, Ryan - QB, CIN (Bye week: 8) JUNE 15: Bengals backup QB Ryan Fitzpatrick has not looked sharp this offseason, causing some to wonder if he could lose his job. 15 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Bengals don't have many options: Jeff Rowe and Jordan Palmer. It's quite possibly the worst group of backup quarterbacks in the league.Source: Cincinnati Enquirer Fletcher, Bryan - TE, IND (Bye week: 4) MAY 2: The Colts released Bryan Fletcher. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: An unanticipated move, and one Peyton Manning probably won't 2 approve of. Fletcher was a consistent performer for the Colts, catching 18 passes in each of the past three years as a No. 3 tight end. GM Bill Polian apparently feels comfortable with Jacob Tamme and Tom Santi behind Dallas Clark.Source: ESPN Insider Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 18 143 7.9 0 0 0 0 Floyd, Malcom - WR, SD (Bye week: 9) JAN. 13: Chargers declared WR Malcom Floyd, CBs Paul Oliver and Cletis Gordon, FB Lorenzo Neal, TE Scott Chandler, LB Anthony 13 Waters, DL Brandon McKinney, and QB Charlie Whitehurst inactive for Sunday's Divisional Round game. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Floyd, an impending restricted free agent, fell off the game day roster early in the season and will likely receive a low tender at best this offseason. Neal is still nursing a broken fibula. Whitehurst in the third QB. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 7 97 13.9 0 0 0 0 Folk, Nick - K, DAL (Bye week: 10) JUNE 17: You can't ask for much more from a fantasy kicker than what Folk turned in as a rookie last season: plenty of field-goal opportunities, 17 a high percentage made and a pile of PATs. The Cowboys will continue marching up and down the field, so expect Folk to follow up with a great sophomore season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: You have a case to make Folk the No. 1 kicker drafted -- he's definitely in the top three. (Brad Pinkerton/SN) FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 26 31 83.9 53 53 131 2008 projections: 28 33 84.8 52 53 136 This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 92 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Foster, DeShaun - RB, SF (Bye week: 9) JULY 3: The San Francisco Chronicle believes that DeShaun Foster will struggle for playing time in 2008, barring injury. FANTASY SOURCE 3 SPIN: Mike Martz has spoken of using Michael Robinson and Frank Gore in the backfield together, but said nothing about Foster. Foster isn't great in short yardage, where perhaps the 49ers could use help, and at this stage of his career is little more than a poor man's Gore. He still isn't a bad handcuff.Source: San Francisco Chronicle Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 247 876 3.5 3 25 182 1 2008 projections: 75 320 4.3 1 11 87 0 Francies, Chris - WR, GB (Bye week: 8) AUG. 25: Packers released WR Chris Francies, FB Ryan Powdrell, and OL Ryan Considine. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Francies started each 25 of the last two seasons on Green Bay's practice squad before being signed to the active roster. He failed to make much of an impact. Neither Powdrell nor Considine had much of a chance in the first place. Franks, Bubba - TE, NYJ (Bye week: 5) MARCH 16: Jets agreed to terms with TE Bubba Franks, formerly of the Packers. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Franks, 30, caught 18 passes for 16 132 yards (7.2 YPC) and three TDs in 2007 as Donald Lee's backup. He's slowed down quite a bit, but can still help in the run game. Franks will be the Jets' No. 2 tight end behind Chris Baker. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 18 132 7.3 3 0 0 0 Frerotte, Gus - QB, MIN (Bye week: 8) JUNE 25: Frerotte is back in Minnesota to give the team a well-seasoned presence if Tarvaris Jackson struggles again. FANTASY SOURCE 25 SPIN: If Frerotte is called upon to play, it will be primarily as a caretaker. (Vinnie Iyer/SN) Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 94 167 1,014 7 12 58.3 + Frye, Charlie - QB, SEA (Bye week: 4) AUG. 26: Seahawks QB Charlie Frye will have an MRI on his knee, but the injury isn't deemed serious. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Mike 26 Holmgren said there's no ligament damage. Frye went 19-of-29 for 219 yards before getting hurt in Saturday's game, but seems entrenched behind Matt Hasselbeck and Seneca Wallace.Source: Seattle Times Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 4 10 34 0 1 10.0 Furrey, Mike - WR, DET (Bye week: 4) JUNE 27: If Calvin Johnson or Roy Williams gets injured during the season, Mike Furrey is expected to get the first look as a starting outside 27 receiver. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Shaun McDonald would stay in the slot in this scenario. Thanks to his size and strength, Furrey is better at challenging DBs for vertical passes down the sideline. Still, Furrey will need someone else to get injured to matter in 2008 fantasy leagues.Source: MLive.com Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 61 664 10.9 1 0 0 0 Gado, Samkon - RB, MIA (Bye week: 4) MAY 15: Free agent Samkon Gado reportedly has a tryout scheduled with the Patriots. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Gado can play on all three 15 downs, which the Patriots value. New England has been actively shopping for running backs, a possible indication it's concerned with Sammy Morris, who suffered a rare clavicle injury last year.Source: Palm Beach Post Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 53 150 2.8 4 12 106 0 Gaffney, Jabar - WR, NE (Bye week: 4) JUNE 24: Gaffney is a "Belichick guy." He continues to thrive with the Pats despite being an average receiver. Gaffney makes big catches at the 24 right time, including the game-winning TD against Baltimore in Week 13. He'll also have a chance to step up as a starter with Donte' Stallworth's exodus to Cleveland. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Scored four TDs in Pats' last six games. He's a nice flex play if he wins a starting job. (Bill Bender/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 36 449 12.5 5 0 0 0 2008 projections: 51 581 11.4 6 -33 0 Gage, Justin - WR, TEN (Bye week: 6) JULY 25: Titans coach Jeff Fisher confirmed that Justin Gage and Justin McCareins will open training camp as the team's starting wideouts. 25 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: No position battle here. For the third receiver spot, however, Biren Ealy will be pushed by rookie Lavelle Hawkins, Chris Davis, and maybe Mike or Paul Williams. Gage and McCareins are locked in and would have to practice their way out of the opening-day lineup for anyone else to have a shot.Source: Nashville Tennessean Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 55 750 13.6 2 0 0 0 2008 projections: 61 765 12.5 3 -0 0 Gaines, Michael - TE, DET (Bye week: 4) MARCH 9: The Lions reportedly plan to use TE Michael Gaines, who signed a four-year, $10 million deal last week, as a blocking back. 9 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: We thought that's what Jon Bradley was for. If Gaines is going to play fullback, he'll be among the highest paid ones in the league. Dan Campbell will start at tight end, assuming his surgically repaired elbow is healthy by Week 1. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 25 215 8.6 2 0 0 0 Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 93 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS + Galloway, Joey - WR, TB (Bye week: 10) AUG. 22: Joey Galloway (groin) didn't practice Thursday and is expected to miss Saturday's preseason game. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "He 22 should be ready to go when we practice again on Monday," coach Jon Gruden said.Source: St. Petersburg Times Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 57 1,014 17.8 6 1 1 0 2008 projections: 63 912 14.5 5 -0 0 Ganther, Quinton - RB, TEN (Bye week: 6) AUG. 14: Titans RB Quinton Ganther is battling Chris Henry for the No. 3 running back job. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Henry is considered 14 the frontrunner, but Ganther has caught the eye of the coaching staff. Since neither runner is expected to see much time in the backfield, the edge could come down to special teams ability.Source: Nashville Tennessean Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 Garcia, Jeff - QB, TB (Bye week: 10) AUG. 23: Jeff Garcia completed 11-of-18 passes for 79 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions Saturday against the Jaguars. FANTASY 23 SOURCE SPIN: Garcia was obviously rusty after missing the first two preseason games with a strained calf. He's a good bet to receive extensive playing time next week as well. Brian Griese, not Luke McCown, came on in the third quarter when Garcia left the game. Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 209 327 2,440 13 4 94.6 2008 projections: 221 356 2,560 13 5 90.1 Garrard, David - QB, JAC (Bye week: 7) JUNE 25: After winning the starting job in camp, Garrard appeared to be more of a caretaker early in '07 as the Jaguars won games with their 25 running game and defense. When he found a comfort zone with some of his receivers, however, Garrard posted multiple TDs in five of his final six starts while averaging 228 yards passing. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Garrard is still the QB of a run-heavy team, but he's perfect for owners who like to play a calm hand with their top quarterback. (Vinnie Iyer/SN) Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 208 325 2,509 18 3 102.2 2008 projections: 249 415 2,829 21 9 94.1 Gasperson, Michael - WR, PHI (Bye week: 7) JAN. 2: Eagles re-signed WR Michael Gasperson, CB Therrian Fontenot, DT Jeremy Clark, FB Jason Davis, and WR Bill Sampy to three-year 2 contracts. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Gasperson was on the roster for a week in 2007. These players were on Philadelphia's practice squad and will battle to make the team in 2008. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 Gates, Antonio - TE, SD (Bye week: 9) AUG. 29: Although he is on track to play in Week 1, Antonio Gates anticipates that his surgically repaired toe "could be a hindrance this 29 season." FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "I'm going to play and it is going to be OK," Gates said. "But it could bother me. I've practiced and it's been OK. But...nothing compares to game day. Game day will be the key." Owners should prepare for Gates to miss a fair amount of practice time this year and often be on the injury report.Source: ESPN.com Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 75 984 13.1 9 0 0 0 2008 projections: 79 1,011 12.8 9 -0 9 Gessner, Chas - WR, SEA (Bye week: 4) JUNE 20: Seahawks released WR Chas Gessner. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Gassner didn't show poorly in his five weeks with the club, but 20 never had a real shot at making it. He still doesn't have an obvious future in the NFL.Source: Seattle Times Ghent, Ronnie - TE, NO (Bye week: 9) AUG. 29: Saints released TE Ronnie Ghent, S Lance Schulters, DE Jeremy Geathers, DE Marcus Pittman, S David Roach, G Isaiah Ross, and 29 OT Brian Stamper. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Saints still have another round of cuts coming. Schulters' dismissal indicates that Josh Bullocks is healthy, but he still isn't a starter. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 Gilmore, Bryan - WR, SEA (Bye week: 4) JULY 25: Seahawks signed WR Bryan Gilmore, formerly of the 49ers. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He's a useful special teamer, but probably 25 only a camp body in Seattle.Source: Tacoma News Tribune Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 7 111 15.9 0 1 -8 0 Gilmore, John - TE, TB (Bye week: 10) FEB. 29: TE John Gilmore, formerly of the Bears, agreed to terms on a three-year contract with the Bucs. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 29 Surprising the Bucs made Gilmore such a priority, but he's a solid blocker who will add to their tight end rotation. For now, he's a backup to Alex Smith. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 3 14 4.7 0 0 0 0 For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 94 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Ginn Jr., Ted - WR, MIA (Bye week: 4) AUG. 23: Ted Ginn caught three passes for 29 against the Chiefs Saturday night. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Ginn continues to be the only 23 receiver worth mentioning for the Dolphins, but his best highlight was a 59-yard punt return for a touchdown. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 34 420 12.4 2 4 3 0 2008 projections: 53 721 13.6 5 -9 0 Glenn, Terry - WR, DAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 30: Cowboys owner Jerry Jones wouldn't rule out Terry Glenn as an option to patch over his injured receiving corps. FANTASY 30 SOURCE SPIN: He didn't sound all that excited about it either: "I don't know one way or the other," Jones said. "I don't have a status on Terry's condition. I'm not saying anything other than I don't know whether Terry is ready to play."Source: Dallas Morning News Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 Goings, Nick - RB, CAR (Bye week: 9) JUNE 12: Nick Goings could be battling for a roster spot with Alex Haynes and LaBrandon Toefield. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Going was a 12 team captain last year and is one of John Fox's very favorite players. With all his special teams value, we suspect the Panthers will keep him even as a fourth back.Source: Rock Hill Herald Gonzalez, Anthony - WR, IND (Bye week: 4) JUNE 24: Gonzalez frustrated owners with a slow start in '07, but that's what rookies do. He evolved into a solid slot receiver in the second half, 24 complete with two 100-yard games and three TDs. He also played well in the Colts' playoff game. Gonzalez has Peyton Manning's trust, and in Indianapolis, that's all that matters. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: A great flex option poised for a breakout season. (Bill Bender/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 37 576 15.6 3 0 0 0 2008 projections: 51 653 12.8 6 -0 0 Gonzalez, Tony - TE, KC (Bye week: 6) JULY 29: Tony Gonzalez's numbers were far better last season when Damon Huard quarterbacked the Chiefs as opposed to Brodie Croyle, who 29 appeared to have better communication with Dwayne Bowe. Gonzalez and Croyle have been working in camp to become accustom to one another's style. Gonzalez needs to learn to catch Croyle's throws, which generally come much harder than those of Huard, who is more of a touch passer. (Adam Teicher for SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Would Gonzo owners like to see Huard under center? Sure, but the QB camp battle shouldn't affect when you draft the TE. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 99 1,172 11.8 5 0 0 0 2008 projections: 83 988 11.9 4 -0 4 Gore, Frank - RB, SF (Bye week: 9) AUG. 21: Frank Gore rushed eight times for 51 yards and added two catches for 19 yards against the Bears Thursday night. FANTASY 21 SOURCE SPIN: The Niners' first drive gave credence to Mike Martz's "Frank Gore is the centerpiece of our offense" talk. The offensive line blocked well, and Gore ran all over the Bears defense while showing up in the passing game as well. We think his Martz usage pattern will be closer to Marshall Faulk than Kevin Jones. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 260 1,102 4.2 5 53 436 1 2008 projections: 272 1,300 4.8 8 55 446 1 Gostkowski, Stephen - K, NE (Bye week: 4) JUNE 23: Gostkowski was a top-six fantasy kicker last season, thanks to his absurd 74 PATs that overshadowed the fact he made just 21 field 23 goals. It's unrealistic to think Gostkowski will get that many freebies again, but it's not crazy to expect a few more stalled offensive drives from the Patriots that will lead to more Gostkowski field goals. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Should be one of the top five kickers taken because of the Patriots' explosive offense. (Brad Pinkerton/SN) FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 21 24 87.5 74 74 137 2008 projections: 27 31 87.1 57 58 138 Gould, Robbie - K, CHI (Bye week: 8) JUNE 23: Gould turned in a solid '07 season after leading all kickers in scoring a year earlier. The Bears' offensive ineptitude in their opponents' 23 territory will continue to give Gould plenty of scoring opportunities, making him an excellent fantasy option. However, he still has never made a field goal from 50-plus yards. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: A consistent, every-week fantasy starter. FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 31 36 86.1 33 33 126 2008 projections: 32 36 88.9 31 31 127 Gradkowski, Bruce - QB, STL (Bye week: 5) JUNE 5: Rams acquired QB Bruce Gradkowski off waivers from the Buccaneers. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Gradkowski, 25, was a 5 sixth-round pick in 2006. He has experience as a starter, but wasn't very good. His TD-to-INT ratio stands at 9-to-10 and his completion rate is only 54.0. We suspect the Rams will use a first-day pick on a QB by 2010. Grad probably isn't a long-term answer behind Marc Bulger.Source: Profootballtalk.com Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 13 24 130 0 1 52.4 Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 95 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Graham, Daniel - TE, DEN (Bye week: 8) JAN. 18: Broncos TE Daniel Graham will not have charges filed against him stemming from an incident with his girlfriend last week. 18 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Graham allegedly refused to leave an ex-girlfriend's home last week, arguing with her and causing damage to her bed. The district attorney's office agreed on Thursday not to file charges, according to Graham's lawyer, meaning he won't face any discipline from the league. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 24 246 10.3 2 0 0 0 Graham, Earnest - RB, TB (Bye week: 10) AUG. 4: Earnest Graham is atop the Buccaneers' depth chart, as expected. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Warrick Dunn is second with Michael 4 Bennett, Ken Darby, and rookie Clifton Smith bringing up the rear. There is talk of a timeshare in Tampa, but Graham is the Bucs' best option as a feature back. He may not approach 250 carries, but should dominate early-down work and get all the goal-line carries.Source: buccaneers.com Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 222 898 4.0 10 49 324 0 2008 projections: 245 933 3.8 6 40 260 1 Graham, Shayne - K, CIN (Bye week: 8) JULY 24: The Bengals are in negotiations with K Shayne Graham about a contract extension. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Graham is in the 24 final year of his contract. One of the league's more underrated kickers, Graham was 31-of-34 on field goals last season.Source: Dayton Daily News FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 31 34 91.2 37 37 130 2008 projections: 32 35 91.4 39 39 135 H Gramatica, Martin - K, NO (Bye week: 9) AUG. 11: Martin Gramatica has reportedly outkicked rookie Taylor Mehlhaff in Saints training camp. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Draft picks 11 usually have the inside track on kicking jobs, but Gramatica is reliable and has been more consistent. Mehlhaff has three preseason games left to show he's worth a roster spot. The first kicker drafted in April, it's unlikely he'd clear waivers if they tried to get him on the practice squad.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 5 5 100.0 8 8 23 2008 projections: 25 28 89.3 41 42 116 Grant, Ryan - RB, GB (Bye week: 8) AUG. 29: Ryan Grant didn't have a carry Thursday night in his brief action on the field. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He stayed in for one 29 play-action pass, helped block Albert Haynesworth, then put on a baseball cap. The preseason is highly overrated, so we're not overly concerned, although Grant's workload could be lighter than usual in Week 1.Source: Green Bay Press-Gazette Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 188 956 5.1 8 30 145 0 2008 projections: 288 1,275 4.4 8 45 232 0 Gray, Quinn - QB, IND (Bye week: 4) AUG. 3: Quinn Gray completed 10-of-19 passes for 160 yards and a touchdown in the Colts' preseason opener against Washington Sunday 3 night. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The second QB to enter after Jim Sorgi, Gray exhibited good speed on an 11-yard scramble up the middle and hit Onrea Jones for a 30-yard score. Gray also hooked up with Courtney Roby on a 47-yard completion to set up a field goal at the end of the first half. Gray may have the upperhand on Jared Lorenzen to be the Colts' third stringer. Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 80 144 986 10 5 85.6 + Green, Ahman - RB, HOU (Bye week: 8) AUG. 28: Texans RB Ahman Green has agreed to restructure his contract this season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: This will save him from the 28 chopping block. Green's base salary takes a big hit from $3.8 million to $1.8 million, but he can earn $200,000 for every game he's active starting in Week 2. Just because Green believes he can stay healthy this season, it does not follow that you should.Source: Houston Chronicle Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 70 260 3.7 2 14 123 0 2008 projections: 130 518 4.0 2 22 154 1 Green, Justin - RB, NYJ (Bye week: 5) AUG. 15: Jets released FB Justin Green and re-signed RB Rodney Kinlaw. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Green must've been unimpressive in 15 the one day he lasted. Either that, or he isn't healthy. Kinlaw is a huge long shot to make the roster. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 0 0 0.0 0 2 16 0 Green, Skyler - WR, NO (Bye week: 9) JAN. 3: Saints signed WR Skyler Green, DE Josh Savage, TE Buck Ortega, CB Anwar Phillips, and G Tim Duckworth to reserve/future 3 contracts. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Green was Dallas' fourth-round pick in 2006, but has done little so far in his career. The rest of the players had been on New Orleans' practice squad. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 3 33 11.0 0 1 1 0 This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 96 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Green, Trent - QB, STL (Bye week: 5) AUG. 28: The Rams announced Trent Green will start the team's preseason finale against the Chiefs as they plan to rest starter Marc Bulger. 28 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Green has played sparingly this preseason as the Rams try to implement a new offense under coordinator Al Saunders. He has little fantasy value as long as Bulger remains healthy.Source: Belleville News-Democrat Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 85 141 987 5 7 72.6 Griese, Brian - QB, TB (Bye week: 10) AUG. 25: Brian Griese has reportedly pulled ahead of Luke McCown in their battle to be the Bucs' No. 2 quarterback. FANTASY SOURCE 25 SPIN: Tampa's backup will likely get some starts during the season because Jeff Garcia is old (38) and injury prone. Griese is worth a look in 2-QB leagues.Source: St. Petersburg Times Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 161 262 1,803 10 12 75.6 Grigsby, Boomer - RB, MIA (Bye week: 4) MARCH 5: Dolphins signed FB Boomer Grigsby, formerly of the Chiefs. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Grigsby, who converted from linebacker 5 to fullback last season, is likely to fill the role of wedge-buster on special teams. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 0 0 0.0 0 2 14 0 C Grossman, Rex - QB, CHI (Bye week: 8) AUG. 18: Rex Grossman will begin the year as Chicago's backup to Kyle Orton. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It took long enough, but he's lost 18 Lovie Smith's confidence. Grossman will probably still get plenty of starts by year's end because of Chicago's offensive line. Either Orton will get hurt or he'll struggle to put up decent numbers. Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 122 225 1,411 4 7 66.4 Gutierrez, Matt - QB, NE (Bye week: 4) AUG. 22: Matt Gutierrez completed 14-of-20 passes for 217 yards and two touchdowns in preaseason Week 3. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He 22 backed up Matt Cassel, but easily outplayed him. The Patriots are reportedly very high on Gutierrez and they may be ready to give him the backup job. Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 1 1 15 0 0 118.8 + Hackett, D.J. - WR, CAR (Bye week: 9) AUG. 28: D.J. Hackett (toe) missed practice Wednesday and is not expected to play in the Panthers' final preseason game against the Steelers. 28 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Hackett has yet to play in a preseason game, and missing the finale could hurt his chances of getting a starting nod Week 1 opposite Muhsin Muhammed while Steve Smith begins a two-game suspension.Source: Charlotte Observer Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 32 384 12.0 3 0 0 0 2008 projections: 62 692 11.2 4 -0 0 H Hagan, Derek - WR, MIA (Bye week: 4) AUG. 11: Derek Hagan has passed Ernest Wilford on the Dolphins' depth chart at wide receiver and is now a starter opposite Ted Ginn Jr. 11 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Hagan has made a ton of plays in camp and gives the Dolphins more speed outside. The Miami passing game is unlikely to be better-than-average this year, even with Chad Pennington around, but Hagan is now someone to consider drafting in deep leagues. He won't be on a long leash, but he could be good for a few big games. We'd still bet on Ginn leading the team in catches.Source: Palm Beach Post Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 29 373 12.9 2 0 0 0 Hagans, Marques - WR, STL (Bye week: 5) AUG. 29: The Rams waived WR Marques Hagans, S Jerome Carter, WR Matt Caddell, TE Nick Cleaver, CB Tanard Davis, CB Cortney 29 Grixby, C Donovan Raiola, LB Marcus Riley, and DLs Henry Smith and Willie Williams. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Hagans saw time on punt returns and caught eight passes last year, but he's no more than a slot receiver with suspect hands. Carter was a fourth-round pick in 2005 and could contribute elsewhere on special teams.Source: St Louis Post-Dispatch Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 8 101 12.6 0 2 -4 0 Hall, Andre - RB, DEN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 17: Andre Hall was used as the Broncos short-yardage back on the way to seven rushes for 24 yards and a touchdown Saturday night. 17 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: In what could be a preview to regular season work, Hall replaced starter Selvin Young in the red zone on the Broncos first two drives. Hall scored from one yard out for the team's first touchdown.Source: Rocky Mountain News Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 44 216 4.9 2 2 69 0 Hall, Dante - WR, STL (Bye week: 5) AUG. 20: Dante Hall is slated to be the Rams' No. 3 receiver this season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: St. Louis wanted Donnie Avery to claim 20 the job, but he's been hurt. Hall knows coordinator Al Saunders' offense from their days in Kansas City. He'll also return kicks and punts and could forge value in return-yard leagues.Source: St Louis Post-Dispatch Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 5 27 5.4 0 3 18 0 Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 97 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Hall, Roy - WR, IND (Bye week: 4) JUNE 25: The Colts have kept Hall on their roster, mainly because of his size and potential. Hall played in just three games last season, but he'll 25 have a chance to challenge for snaps in '08. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Not yet. (Bill Bender/SN) + Halterman, Aaron - TE, MIA (Bye week: 4) AUG. 3: The Dolphins waived TE Aaron Halterman and waived OL Rueben Riley. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Riley only lasted a few days. 3 Halterman was a Cam Cameron holdover. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 1 7 7.0 0 0 0 0 + Hanson, Jason - K, DET (Bye week: 4) AUG. 24: Jason Hanson has started kicking at practice, and should be ready to go before Week 1. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Hanson didn't 24 kick in Detroit's third preseason game, and hasn't performed kickoffs yet at practice. He's coming off a hip flexor injury. It sounds like he'll be fine for Week 1, but why draft a banged-up kicker?Source: The Oakland Press FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 29 35 82.9 35 36 122 2008 projections: 29 35 82.9 36 36 123 Harrington, Joey - QB, ATL (Bye week: 7) AUG. 14: Joey Harrington will start the Falcons' second preseason game Saturday against Indianapolis. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: This 14 potentially sets up Matt Ryan to start the third exhibition, which is usually indicative of opening-day starters. Harrington is in a fight just to make the team with D.J. Shockley. Chris Redman started the preseason opener.Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 215 348 2,215 7 8 77.2 Harris, Gilbert - RB, KC (Bye week: 6) FEB. 15: Chiefs waived RB Gilbert Harris and DE Khreem Smith. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Some house cleaning. Harris can also play 15 fullback, but doesn't have NFL caliber running skills. Smith is a practice squad type without a bright future. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 9 9 1.0 0 3 38 0 Harrison, Jerome - RB, CLE (Bye week: 5) AUG. 18: Jerome Harrison ran for 36 yards on five carries in the Browns' second preseason game Monday night. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 18 Harrison showed power on a 23-yard run to set up a touchdown. He's not battling Jason Wright to be Jamal Lewis' main backup, but never fails to excel in the preseason. Maybe someday he'll get a chance in a real game. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 23 142 6.2 0 2 19 0 Harrison, Marvin - WR, IND (Bye week: 4) AUG. 27: Colts coach Tony Dungy said on ESPNews Wednesday that he expects Marvin Harrison to pick up where he left off during the 2006 27 season this year. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Dungy says Marvin hasn't missed any of his turns in practice since the start of training camp. Harrison caught 95 passes for 1,366 yards and 12 TDs in 2006, before his lost '07 campaign. Expecting a repeat of those numbers would be too bold, but 80 catches and 8-10 scores are reasonable goals. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 20 247 12.4 1 0 0 0 2008 projections: 84 1,007 12.0 9 -0 0 Hartsock, Ben - TE, ATL (Bye week: 7) MARCH 2: Falcons agreed to terms with TE Ben Hartsock, formerly of the Titans, on a four-year, $9 million contract. FANTASY SOURCE 2 SPIN: Hartsock, 27, caught 12 passes for 138 yards and no TDs as Bo Scaife's top backup in 2007. He'll block and play on all phases of special teams, but if the Falcons think they're getting a legit starter here, they'll be disappointed. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 12 138 11.5 0 0 0 0 Hass, Mike - WR, CHI (Bye week: 8) AUG. 29: The Bears informed WR Mike Hass of his release. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Hass wasn't drafted by GM Jerry Angelo, so he didn't 29 get a look. The former Biletnikoff Award winner needs to improve on special teams to have a career.Source: Chicago Sun Times + Hasselbeck, Matt - QB, SEA (Bye week: 4) AUG. 25: Matt Hasselbeck (back) did not travel with the Seahawks to San Diego for Monday night's game. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 25 Hasselbeck's back is still sore, so coach Mike Holmgren didn't want him to endure the flight down the coast. Hasselbeck is expected to be ready for Week 1, but the situation has become something to monitor over the next two weeks.Source: Tacoma News Tribune Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 352 562 3,966 28 12 91.4 2008 projections: 297 491 3,681 25 15 87.1 Haynes, Alex - RB, BAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 1: Ravens signed RB Alex Haynes, released by the Panthers earlier this week. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: With Willis McGahee, P.J. 1 Daniels and Cory Ross banged up, the team needed to add training camp depth. Cornerback Anwar Phillips was released to make room on the roster.Source: Baltimore Sun Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 3 3 1.0 0 3 14 0 For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 98 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Haynes, Verron - RB, PIT (Bye week: 6) MARCH 25: Free agent RB Verron Haynes is being sued by a Monroeville car dealership for allegedly defaulting on payments for a 2001 Aston 25 Martin. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Haynes, who's close to out of the league, probably should've lowered his standards a bit. He's said to be $60,000 in debt on the car, having paid only $7,500. The dealership claims he bounced three checks and is in default. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 0 0 0.0 0 1 12 0 + Heap, Todd - TE, BAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 29: Ravens TE Todd Heap returned to limited action in Thursday's game against the Falcons. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Heap has been 29 practicing, but he's not quite 100 percent in his return from an early preseason calf injury. Although the Ravens expect him to play in the season opener, he may see fewer snaps early on.Source: Carroll County Times Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 23 239 10.4 1 0 0 0 2008 projections: 64 691 10.8 5 -0 5 Heiden, Steve - TE, CLE (Bye week: 5) JULY 23: Browns TE Steve Heiden is recovered from offseason back surgery. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Heiden practiced on a limited basis 23 during June OTAs, but he'll be full go now. Heiden's role could diminish a bit in 2008 with Martin Rucker added.Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 12 104 8.7 0 0 0 0 Heinrich, Keith - TE, BAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 13: Ravens signed TE Keith Heinrich and waived TE Lee Vickers. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Vickers, a converted defensive end, was 13 trying to make it as Baltimore's third TE. Heinrich now gets to battle Adam Bergen and Aaron Walker for that job. Heller, Will - TE, SEA (Bye week: 4) AUG. 8: Operating as a starter, TE Will Heller caught one pass for 10 yards in the Seahawks' preseason opener Friday night. FANTASY 8 SOURCE SPIN: Second-round pick John Carlson came in late, but caught two balls for 21 yards. Jeb Putzier's only grab went for a 15-yard touchdown. It will be an upset if Carlson isn't starting in Seattle's regular season opener at Buffalo. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 13 82 6.3 3 0 0 0 2008 projections: 20 180 9.0 1 -0 1 Henderson, Devery - WR, NO (Bye week: 9) AUG. 21: Saints coach Sean Payton indicated that Devery Henderson is not on the roster bubble. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: In fact, it appears 21 Henderson will play ahead of Robert Meachem as a starter in the last two exhibitions. Payton says Meachem "still has a ways to go" to find a steady role. Still, don't expect Henderson to keep the job all year.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 20 409 20.5 3 2 20 0 Henry, Chris - WR, CIN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 20: Updating a previous item, Chris Henry's contract with the Bengals is for two seasons. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It's probably for 20 minimum salaries with no signing bonus, and therefore a year-to-year arrangement. It was originally reported as a one-year pact.Source: Associated Press Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 21 343 16.3 2 0 0 0 C Henry, Chris - RB, TEN (Bye week: 6) AUG. 12: Titans RB Chris Henry has been running behind Quinton Ganther at recent practices. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: With Chris 12 Johnson and LenDale White entrenched in front of them, Henry may be on the bubble. It's probably too early for the Titans to admit this mistake, but Henry would need injuries to matter in fantasy leagues this year.Source: Nashville City Paper Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 31 119 3.8 2 6 53 0 Henry, Travis - RB, DEN (Bye week: 8) JULY 11: Citing two NFL sources, the Denver Post disputes a report that the Broncos knew of Travis Henry's failed drug test before cutting him 11 in June. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "We didn't know about it so that had nothing to do with (releasing Henry)," said a team official. "He missed treatments and some workouts and just didn't get with the program. It finally got to the point where (Mike Shanahan) said good riddance." Henry himself likely did know he'd tested positive, however, which is probably why he quit showing up.Source: Denver Post Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 167 691 4.1 4 7 65 0 Hester, Devin - WR, CHI (Bye week: 8) AUG. 21: Devis Hester finished with one catch for -2 yards against the 49ers Thursday night. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Hester started, but 21 rotated with Brandon Lloyd and Marty Booker throughout the first half. Combined with Rashied Davis, the four threaten to steal each other's touches unless one of them steps up early in the season. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 20 299 15.0 2 7 -10 0 2008 projections: 43 559 13.0 4 -83 0 Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 99 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Hicks, Maurice - RB, MIN (Bye week: 8) MAY 26: Maurice Hicks got plenty of repetitions during the first week of spring drills because RB Chester Taylor was out of town and Adrian 26 Peterson was asked to take it easy by coaches. Hicks was signed to be a kickoff returner but he showed during OTAs that he is capable of handling a bigger load if necessary. (Kevin Seifert for SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Only an option if both Peterson and Taylor go down. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 21 117 5.6 1 14 86 0 Higgins, Johnnie Lee - WR, OAK (Bye week: 5) AUG. 29: Johnnie Lee Higgins is reportedly the best bet to open the season as the Raiders No. 3 receiver. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Todd 29 Watkins may have earned the No. 4 job with a strong camp while Chaz Schilens may be the favorite for the No. 5 job. Rookie Arman Shields (knee, hamstring) is in danger of being placed on injured reserve or the practice squad.Source: Oakland Tribune Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 6 47 7.8 0 2 3 0 Hill, Jason - WR, SF (Bye week: 9) AUG. 30: Jason Hill caught four passes for 57 yards in the 49ers' preseason finale. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Hill wrapped up the preseason 30 with 11 catches for a team-best 204 yards. He's got playmaking ability and is someone to watch early in the season. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 1 6 6.0 0 0 0 0 Hill, Shaun - QB, SF (Bye week: 9) AUG. 13: Shaun Hill took snaps at 49ers camp Wednesday for the first time since August 6. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He shared 13 second-team work with Alex Smith while J.T. O'Sullivan continued to run with the ones. Smith may be in danger of falling to third on the depth chart.Source: Santa Rosa Press Democrat Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 54 79 501 5 1 101.3 Hilliard, Ike - WR, TB (Bye week: 10) AUG. 4: Ike Hilliard was listed as the Bucs' starting flanker on their initial training camp depth chart. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Realize that 4 these listings are all subject to change and many are based on what happened last year, tenure, etc. Michael Clayton and Maurice Stovall are third and fourth behind Hilliard and Joey Galloway. Antonio Bryant needs a big preseason, but he could make a strong run at Hilliard's starting spot.Source: Tampa Tribune Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 62 722 11.6 1 1 6 0 2008 projections: 64 716 11.2 2 -0 0 H Hixon, Domenik - WR, NYG (Bye week: 4) AUG. 18: Giants KR Domenik Hixon caught four passes for 63 yards and two touchdowns in Monday night's preseason game. FANTASY 18 SOURCE SPIN: Hixon beat Eric Wright for his first touchdown and Browns nickel back Mike Adams for his second. He made it a hat trick and sealed a roster spot on an 82-yard kickoff return for a score at the end of the first quarter. Despite Hixon's ridiculous night, he won't play much offense this year. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 1 5 5.0 0 1 -8 0 Hodel, Nathan - TE, ARI (Bye week: 7) MARCH 12: Cardinals re-signed LS Nathan Hodel to a four-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Hodel is listed on the Cardinals' depth 12 chart at tight end, but he's never actually caught a regular season pass. He is strictly a long snapper. Holcomb, Kelly - QB, MIN (Bye week: 8) JULY 7: Former Vikings, Browns, and Bills QB Kelly Holcomb has decided to retire. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Holcomb, 35, has latched on 7 as his alma mater Middle Tennessee State's in-game sideline reporter. He played seven seasons in the NFL and finished his career with a 39:38 TD to INT ratio. Though clearly inferior physically, Holcomb may best be remembered for often outplaying former No. 1 overall pick Tim Couch in practice and games with the Browns.Source: Nashville Tennessean Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 42 83 515 2 1 73.1 Holiday, Carlyle - WR, GB (Bye week: 8) APRIL 11: The Giants recently hosted free agent WR Carlyle Holiday, RB John David Washington, and QB Jeff Smith. FANTASY SOURCE 11 SPIN: These are camp body players. Holiday was released by the Packers in late February. Smith appeared to be an interesting prospect coming out in last year's draft, but wasn't taken. He played college ball at Georgetown (KY).Source: Newark Star-Ledger H Holmes, Santonio - WR, PIT (Bye week: 6) AUG. 20: Santonio Holmes is expected to be the Steelers' punt returner this year. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Jeremy Bloom and Willie Reid 20 will probably be cut. Mewelde Moore will be Pittsburgh's main kick returner, with Rashard Mendenhall possibly going back with him. Holmes could approach WR1 value in return-yard leagues.Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 52 942 18.1 8 5 17 0 2008 projections: 60 1,014 16.9 8 -0 0 Holt, Glenn - WR, CIN (Bye week: 8) JUNE 30: Holt is a kick returner who averaged just one reception per week in 2007. He also has had problems with fumbles. FANTASY 30 SOURCE SPIN: You have the wrong Holt. (Chris Bahr/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 16 143 8.9 1 2 2 0 This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 100 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Holt, Torry - WR, STL (Bye week: 5) JUNE 30: One of the few leftovers from the Greatest Show on Turf era, Holt must prepare to play without Isaac Bruce for the first time in his 30 career. And it isn't just the loss of Bruce that is a concern. The Rams are dangerously thin at wide receiver, Marc Bulger has been banged up and Holt is dealing with a troublesome knee. Still, this guy will find a way to put up his usual numbers, as he always does. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: No longer a true No. 1, but still a solid No. 2. (Bill Bender/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 93 1,189 12.8 7 0 0 0 2008 projections: 91 1,178 12.9 7 -0 0 Hoover, Brad - RB, CAR (Bye week: 9) FEB. 28: Panthers re-signed FB Brad Hoover to a three-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The 33-year-old Hoover has been with 28 Carolina since 2000. If the Panthers can't find a big back to pair with DeAngelo Williams, which would seem unlikely, they could turn to Hoover as a short-yardage option in 2008. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 12 39 3.3 0 10 58 0 Horn, Joe - WR, ATL (Bye week: 7) AUG. 20: The player rep for free agent Joe Horn claims the Titans are showing the most interest in his client. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 20 Agent talk is often meaningless, keep in mind. Horn's representative added that "Dallas is also a big possible landing site for Joe." We doubt Horn would be an upgrade over any of Tennessee's receivers or be productive in Dallas.Source: Miami Herald Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 27 243 9.0 1 0 0 0 Houshmandzadeh, T.J. - WR, CIN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 29: T.J. Houshmandzadeh says he was healthy enough to play in the Bengals' exhibition finale Thursday night. FANTASY SOURCE 29 SPIN: "I thought I was playing. But the coaches just told me, 'No need,' and I said, 'Cool,' " Houshmandzadeh said. "I think they saw that I had a good couple of practices this week, so they figured why push it." He's all set for Week 1. Source: bengals.com Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 112 1,143 10.2 12 5 14 0 2008 projections: 107 1,081 10.1 11 -0 0 Hoyte, Oliver - RB, KC (Bye week: 6) AUG. 26: Chiefs waived LB/FB Oliver Hoyte and DE Trevor Johnson. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Both were competing for backup/special 26 teams spots on the club.Source: Kansas City Star Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 0 0 0.0 0 1 2 0 Huard, Damon - QB, KC (Bye week: 6) JUNE 27: When Huard has seen time as a starter the past two seasons, he has had his share of multiple TD games. But he's a really old player 27 for a young, rebuilding team. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: K.C. isn't a good place to find a QB this season. (Vinnie Iyer/SN) Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 206 332 2,257 11 13 76.8 Hunt, Tony - RB, PHI (Bye week: 7) AUG. 19: Eagles RB Tony Hunt was reportedly on his way to being cut before his recent conversion to fullback. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: If 19 Hunt doesn't take to the new position, he could still be waived at final cuts. It could be tough for Hunt because he's a bit small for the new position, not a great blocker, and is inexperienced on special teams.Source: Philadelphia Inquirer & Daily News Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 10 16 1.6 1 0 0 0 + Hurd, Sam - WR, DAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 29: Cowboys WR Sam Hurd has a high ankle sprain. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: One week after losing Miles Austin and Isaiah 29 Stanback, the Cowboys are now very thin at wideout. Their roster will be stretched with Hurd likely out a few weeks. That means more targets for Patrick Crayton and company. Stanback may be a candidate for injured reserve. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 19 314 16.5 1 0 0 0 Jackson, Brandon - RB, GB (Bye week: 8) AUG. 23: Brandon Jackson gained just 19 yards on eight carries in the Packers' third game of the exhibition season. He added an 18-yard catch. 23 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Jackson needed more, especially against the lowly Broncos rush defense, to threaten Ryan Grant's early-season carries. Grant is still out with a hamstring injury, but indications are he'll rejoin practice by next week. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 75 267 3.6 1 16 130 0 2008 projections: 100 455 4.6 2 29 240 0 Jackson, Chad - WR, NE (Bye week: 4) AUG. 11: Chad Jackson has resumed working strictly with the Patriots' second team. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Jackson played poorly in 11 New England's preseason opener and appears to have fallen behind Jabar Gaffney in their battle to start opposite Randy Moss. Gaffney is not an attractive fantasy option despite likely being a first-stringer.Source: Boston Globe Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 101 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS + Jackson, Darrell - WR, DEN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 25: Despite his lingering ankle injury, Darrell Jackson is still expected to open the season in Denver's starting lineup. FANTASY 25 SOURCE SPIN: It won't be long, as Brandon Marshall could be back in 1-2 weeks (pending his suspension appeal). It'd take a desperate owner to use D-Jax in Week 1 at Oakland. Denver's Week 2 matchup vs. San Diego isn't enticing either.Source: Rocky Mountain News Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 46 497 10.8 3 0 0 0 2008 projections: 50 627 12.5 6 -13 0 Jackson, Fred - RB, BUF (Bye week: 6) JULY 27: Fred Jackson is sharing first-team repititions with Marshawn Lynch at Bills training camp. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Jackson is 27 locked in as Buffalo's No. 2 back, with Dwayne Wright third for now and Xavier Omon fourth. Jackson getting starter reps doesn't mean he's competing with Lynch, but he'll be used frequently as a backfield outlet.Source: BuffaloBills.com Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 58 300 5.2 0 22 190 0 2008 projections: 65 286 4.4 0 25 204 0 Jackson, Nate - TE, DEN (Bye week: 8) JULY 30: Nate Jackson is currently ahead of Tony Scheffler on the Broncos' depth chart at tight end. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Denver has 30 always liked Jackson, but this is highly unlikely to last. "It's the beginning of training camp," TEs coach Pat McPherson acknowledged. "They're all in one big group right now." Expect Scheffler to pass him soon. Source: Rocky Mountain News Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 3 34 11.3 1 0 0 0 Jackson, Steven - RB, STL (Bye week: 5) AUG. 29: According to league sources, Steven Jackson will need to average 1,200 yards rushing and 400 yards receiving over the first four 29 years of his new six-year contract to void the final two years. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: If Jackson does reach those numbers his base salary will increase $3 million in the final two years, but both he and the Rams will have the option of voiding those years.Source: St Louis Post-Dispatch Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 237 1,002 4.2 5 38 271 1 2008 projections: 303 1,333 4.4 11 59 561 2 + Jackson, Tarvaris - QB, MIN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 28: Tarvaris Jackson (MCL sprain) worked out before the Vikings' exhibition finale and walked with an "obvious" limp. FANTASY 28 SOURCE SPIN: Jackson was deactivated for the contest. He threw passes in pregame, but was donning a knee brace. While Jackson is supposed to start in Week 1 at Green Bay, he's someone for two-QB leaguers to keep an eye on next week.Source: Minneapolis Star-Tribune Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 171 294 1,911 9 12 70.8 2008 projections: 175 302 1,892 10 11 72.3 Jackson, Vincent - WR, SD (Bye week: 9) AUG. 25: Vincent Jackson caught three passes for 84 yards in the Chargers' third game of the preseason Monday night. FANTASY SOURCE 25 SPIN: Jackson battled a bum hamstring throughout training camp, but he's 100% and hooked up with Philip Rivers on a 59-yard gain in the first half. Still, Jackson's upside may be limited by Antonio Gates' seemingly imminent return. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 41 623 15.2 3 0 0 0 2008 projections: 50 669 13.4 6 -0 0 Jacobs, Brandon - RB, NYG (Bye week: 4) AUG. 18: Brandon Jacobs rushed seven times for 24 yards in the Giants' second exhibition game Monday night, but lost a pair of fumbles. 18 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Jacobs started again, but fumbling has been a problem for him in the past and could eventually threaten his playing time. He lost four fumbles last year. It was interesting to see Jacobs line up in the slot on a first-quarter red-zone possession. He didn't catch a pass, though. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 202 1,009 5.0 4 23 174 2 2008 projections: 232 1,178 5.1 8 20 167 1 Jacobs, Taylor - WR, DEN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 26: Broncos released WR Taylor Jacobs and placed DL Carlton Powell (Achilles') on the PUP list. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Powell is 26 expected to miss the entire season after tearing his Achilles' tendon, but the Broncos are apparently holding off placing him on injured reserve. Jacobs re-signed in July after he played in six games for the Broncos last season. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 3 40 13.3 1 1 -8 0 James, Edgerrin - RB, ARI (Bye week: 7) AUG. 22: Beat writer Kent Somers said on ESPNews Friday that he'd guess Edgerrin James will get two-thirds of the Cardinals' carries this 22 season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: We project Arizona to run 383 times in 2008. That would give Edge 257 carries, way down from the 325 he saw last year. If he maintains his YPC average (3.8), it puts him at 977 yards. He could also lose short-yardage and goal-line carries to Tim Hightower and third-down work to J.J. Arrington. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 324 1,222 3.8 7 24 204 0 2008 projections: 285 1,117 3.9 5 41 261 0 For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 102 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS + Janikowski, Sebastian - K, OAK (Bye week: 5) AUG. 12: Sebastian Janikowski (hamstring) is expected back by the Raiders' third preseason game. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Aaron Elling 12 will handle the kicking duties in this week's exhibition. Sebass is jogging and the Raiders are calling his injury only a minor "tweak."Source: San Francisco Chronicle FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 23 32 71.9 28 28 97 2008 projections: 23 30 76.7 28 28 97 H Jarrett, Dwayne - WR, CAR (Bye week: 9) AUG. 23: Dwayne Jarrett caught four passes for 40 yards against the Redskins Saturday night. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Jarrett has shown 23 some real possession receiver potential this preseason, but it's also obvious that defensive backs don't respect his speed at all. If D.J. Hackett can't get healthy, Jarrett appears to be next in line as the No. 3 receiver. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 6 73 12.2 0 1 11 0 Jenkins, Michael - WR, ATL (Bye week: 7) AUG. 22: Michael Jenkins started the Falcons' third preseason game over Laurent Robinson and caught five passes for 44 yards. FANTASY 22 SOURCE SPIN: The run-first minded coaching staff values Jenkins' blocking enough that he'll likely open the year starting. Robinson should rotate in, but he's undraftable in 12-team leagues. The ceilings of both wideouts are limited. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 53 532 10.0 4 0 0 0 Jennings, Adam - WR, ATL (Bye week: 7) AUG. 25: Adam Jennings has taken over as the Falcons' starting punt returner. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He edged out rookie Harry 25 Douglas. It appears Atlanta may carry six receivers this season; White, Douglas, Michael Jenkins, Laurent Robinson, and perhaps Brian Finneran. Jennings will not be a contributor on offense.Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 6 62 10.3 1 0 0 0 Jennings, Greg - WR, GB (Bye week: 8) AUG. 24: Greg Jennings saw action in the preseason for the first time Saturday and led Green Bay with four catches for 42 yards. FANTASY 24 SOURCE SPIN: Jennings missed the first two exhibitions with a minor knee problem. We project Jennings' catch total to rise a bit this season, but he is unlikely to score double-digit touchdowns again. He's a WR3 in PPR formats. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 53 920 17.4 12 0 0 0 2008 projections: 72 1,089 15.1 8 -0 0 Johnson, Andre - WR, HOU (Bye week: 8) AUG. 23: Andre Johnson was held without a catch in his preseason debut Friday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Johnson, coming off a minor 23 groin injury, played a quarter and a half and looked 100 percent despite not getting the ball. He reported no setbacks afterward.Source: Houston Chronicle Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 60 851 14.2 8 0 0 0 2008 projections: 80 1,155 14.4 10 -15 0 Johnson, Brad - QB, DAL (Bye week: 10) JULY 8: Citing "multiple league sources," the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports that the Cowboys are actively shopping for an 8 upgrade at backup quarterback. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: This totally disputes what owner Jerry Jones said just last week about his "confidence" in Brad Johnson, who Jones said had "real good (offseason) camps." The Star-Telegram claims Chris Simms' name has surfaced as a possible upgrade, and Simms has been telling people he'd definitely play in Dallas.Source: Fort Worth Star-Telegram Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 7 11 79 0 0 85.0 Johnson, Bryant - WR, SF (Bye week: 9) AUG. 30: Making his first preseason appearance Friday night, Bryant Johnson caught three passes for 41 yards. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He 30 caught all three of his targets, including a gain of 23 against Antonio Cromartie on the 49ers' first offensive play. It's hard to say if this was enough to push Johnson by Josh Morgan in their battle to start at split end. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 46 528 11.5 2 0 0 0 2008 projections: 57 771 13.5 4 -0 0 H Johnson, Calvin - WR, DET (Bye week: 4) AUG. 20: According to SI.com, an NFC Scout said of Calvin Johnson on Wednesday: "I don't think that it would surprise anyone to see him 20 wind up in the Pro Bowl this season." FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It's looking more and more like Johnson could be poised for a monstrous season. He should face plenty of single coverage playing opposite Roy Williams and has already shown an ability to haul in some big plays this preseason with a 22.0 YPC rate.Source: SI.com Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 48 756 15.8 4 4 52 1 2008 projections: 61 1,015 16.6 2 -22 0 Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 103 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS + Johnson, Chad - WR, CIN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 28: Chad Johnson has officially changed his name to "Chad Ocho Cinco." FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: We don't know 28 whether to yawn over his increasingly lame antics, applaud his business acumen for the coming increase in jersey sales, or tip our caps to a player who finally beat the NFL's ultra-strict regulations.Source: ESPN.com Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 93 1,440 15.5 8 6 47 0 2008 projections: 89 1,407 15.8 6 -33 0 Johnson, Eric - TE, NO (Bye week: 9) JULY 25: Saints released TE Eric Johnson. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Johnson has been slow to recover from ankle surgery and was already 25 three steps too slow, so he may be out of work for awhile. As the Saints' starter in 2007, he caught 48 passes, averaging a paltry 7.9 YPC. Once a valuable receiver, Johnson has become a late-career version of Jermaine Wiggins.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 48 378 7.9 2 0 0 0 2008 projections: 50 450 9.0 2 -0 2 Johnson, Jeremi - RB, CIN (Bye week: 8) JUNE 17: Jeremi Johnson, once the highest paid fullback in the league, is over 300 pounds and is "nowhere near getting on the 17 field." FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He will have to start camp working with strength and conditioning coaches. It looks like Daniel Coats is more likely to start and Johnson may get cut. He used to be 260 pounds.Source: Dayton Daily News Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 7 25 3.6 0 6 32 1 C Johnson, Larry - RB, KC (Bye week: 6) AUG. 28: Larry Johnson is expected to see some action in the Chiefs' preseason finale against the Rams, an unusual move for a starting running 28 back who has already seen a heavy preseason workload. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Chiefs would like to send Johnson into the regular season with some momentum after his below average 3.5 yards per carry from last season dipped to 3.3 yards so far this preseason.Source: Kansas City Star Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 158 559 3.5 3 30 186 1 2008 projections: 299 1,350 4.5 11 35 245 1 Johnson, Rudi - RB, CIN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 29: Bengals coach Marvin Lewis said he held out Rudi Johnson and T.J. Houshmandzadeh because he wanted to make sure they were at 29 full strength for the opener. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: An odd turnaround from Lewis who said just days ago that he needed to see Rudi play in order to make a judgment on his running back pecking order. It's tough to gauge the Bengals' plan, but Rudi is due $4 million this season. We would be surprised to see him on the roster by Saturday night.Source: bengals.com Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 170 497 2.9 3 13 110 1 2008 projections: 190 822 4.3 5 9 65 0 Jones, Brandon - WR, TEN (Bye week: 6) AUG. 25: Titans WR Brandon Jones accepted a conditional guilty plea on Monday morning in a case stemming from his June 13 arrest for 25 unlawful possession of a firearm. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He could be at risk of a game suspension. Jones has worked as a starter in three-receiver sets during the preseason. He'll get six months probation.Source: Nashville Tennessean Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 21 248 11.8 2 2 37 0 Jones, Greg - RB, JAC (Bye week: 7) AUG. 11: Jaguars FB Greg Jones is expected to be the No. 3 option at tailback behind Fred Taylor and Maurice Jones-Drew. FANTASY 11 SOURCE SPIN: Barring injury, Jones is not likely to be a factor as a runner. But another year removed from a second ACL surgery, Jones looked spry in Saturday's action against the Falcons, running five times for 39 yards. Jones' re-emergence would leave rookie Chauncey Washington without a role.Source: Florida Times Union Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 42 119 2.8 2 11 99 2 Jones, Jacoby - WR, HOU (Bye week: 8) AUG. 25: The Texans have told Jacoby Jones to carry a football with him wherever he goes. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Jones has fumbled 25 two kickoffs in the preseason. "I'm trying to get better and not fumble," said Jones. "If you've ever seen the movie The Program, I have to keep these guys from touching my friend (ball) right here." Jones is currently Houston's fifth receiver and is in the mix on returns. Source: Houston Chronicle Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 15 149 9.9 0 3 -1 0 + Jones, James - WR, GB (Bye week: 8) AUG. 25: James Jones' knee injury is reportedly more serious than the Packers first thought and he is in danger of missing Week 1. FANTASY 25 SOURCE SPIN: Green Bay is calling him "week to week." It sounds like a mere sprain and not a ligament tear, but Jones doesn't have an obvious timetable for return.Source: Wisconsin State Journal Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 47 676 14.4 2 0 0 0 This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 104 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Jones, Julius - RB, SEA (Bye week: 4) AUG. 24: Julius Jones is healthy, but is seeing his practice snaps reduced. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Maurice Morris continues to work as the 24 starter, an indication that he will start Seattle's third exhibition and in Week 1. Impressive rookie Justin Forsett is now seeing second-team reps and could be pushing Jones for that spot on the depth chart. T.J. Duckett remains buried and on the roster bubble.Source: Tacoma News Tribune Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 164 588 3.6 2 23 203 0 2008 projections: 225 928 4.1 3 25 178 0 Jones, Kevin - RB, CHI (Bye week: 8) AUG. 23: Bears coach Lovie Smith called RB Kevin Jones "close to 100 percent" after watching him play against the 49ers 23 Thursday night. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Jones isn't a candidate to start, but he's no longer in danger of not making the team to start the season.Source: Chicago Sun Times Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 153 581 3.8 8 33 199 0 Jones, Matt - WR, JAC (Bye week: 7) AUG. 28: NBC's John Madden said during Thursday's Jaguars-Redskins game that WR Matt Jones didn't know the team's plays last season. 28 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It's not exactly surprising, as there have been whispers about Jones' commitment level for quite some time. Madden got the goods from David Garrard, who told him that Jones was on the right page this season and could emerge as the team's go-to receiver. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 24 317 13.2 4 0 0 0 Jones, Thomas - RB, NYJ (Bye week: 5) AUG. 29: Following Jesse Chatman's release, Thomas Jones is a safer bet for red zone carries this season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Jets 29 have decided that Jones' goal-line struggles last season was the fault of the offensive line. We agree. Getting Chatman off the roster should help Jones bounce back from his fluky two-score season in 2007. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 310 1,119 3.6 1 28 217 1 2008 projections: 306 1,233 4.0 4 25 200 0 + Jones-Drew, Maurice - RB, JAC (Bye week: 7) AUG. 26: Jaguars coach Jack Del Rio called Maurice Jones-Drew's ankle "mildly" sprained. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Jones-Drew is likely 26 day to day. He may miss Jacksonville's preseason finale as a precaution, but with two weeks left should be 100% before Week 1.Source: Associated Press Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 167 768 4.6 9 40 407 0 2008 projections: 170 836 4.9 10 40 405 1 Jordan, LaMont - RB, NE (Bye week: 4) AUG. 29: LaMont Jordan returned to the Patriots lineup to rush six times for 27 yards Thursday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He missed the last 29 two games due to injury. With Kevin Faulk expected to be suspended for Week 1, it would be a shock if Jordan doesn't make the team. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 144 549 3.8 3 28 247 0 + Jurevicius, Joe - WR, CLE (Bye week: 5) AUG. 26: Browns placed WR Joe Jurevicius (knee) on the PUP list. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He'll be out until at least Week 7 and there's 26 speculation that he won't play at all this season following knee surgery. With Jurevicius out through Week 6 at best and Kevin Kasper done for the year, the Browns are suddenly very thin at receiver. Travis Wilson now looks like their third wideout behind Braylon Edwards and Donte' Stallworth. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 50 614 12.3 3 0 0 0 Kaeding, Nate - K, SD (Bye week: 9) JUNE 23: The Chargers certainly give Kaeding plenty of PATs each season to help pad his fantasy stats, but they also consistently put him in 23 position to knock in field goals. As long as San Diego has its top offensive weapons healthy, Kaeding will continue to see scoring opportunities. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Kaeding is a reliable, top-10 fantasy kicker. (Brad Pinkerton/SN) FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 24 27 88.9 46 46 118 2008 projections: 26 30 86.7 46 46 124 Kasay, John - K, CAR (Bye week: 9) JUNE 23: Kasay's value took a hit last season as the Panthers' offense sputtered without Jake Delhomme under center. He's getting old, but 23 Kasay still has plenty of leg and is very accurate. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Kasay has a great chance to rebound this season, but he is best left as a possible free-agent pickup. (Brad Pinkerton/SN) FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 24 28 85.7 27 27 99 2008 projections: 26 30 86.7 32 32 110 C Keith, Kenton - RB, IND (Bye week: 4) AUG. 16: Kenton Keith didn't enter the Colts' game until late in the fourth quarter Saturday, after Clifton Dawson. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 16 It looks safe to say Keith is unlikely to make the Colts. Mike Hart and Dominic Rhodes split second-team reps, and appear to be the remaining contenders for Joseph Addai's backup spot. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 121 533 4.4 3 13 77 1 Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 105 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Kelly, Reggie - TE, CIN (Bye week: 8) JAN. 23: The Cincinnati Enquirer reports Kelly had a 10.6-yard average on 20 receptions last season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Kelly is the 23 walking definition of a blocking tight end, and he's the last person Carson Palmer looks for on passing plays. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 20 211 10.6 0 0 0 0 Kennison, Eddie - WR, KC (Bye week: 6) JULY 11: The player rep for free agent Eddie Kennison says his client is "very interested in being a Buc and has made that clear." 11 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: More competition at flanker in Tampa Bay wouldn't hurt. "He would love to play for Jon Gruden," the agent said. Kennison, coming off a season ruined by a torn hamstring, worked out for the Bucs in May and passed a physical. Perhaps he'll get a call from the team in training camp.Source: Tampa Tribune Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 13 101 7.8 0 1 5 0 King, Jeff - TE, CAR (Bye week: 9) JULY 30: Jeff King has resumed practicing with the Panthers' first-team offense. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Carolina sent King a message at 30 minicamps by putting him behind special teamer Dante Rosario, but King is easily the best option. King was bordering on TE1 value last season before Jake Delhomme got hurt. While a huge leap is unlikely, King has the potential to catch 40-50 passes in his third year.Source: Gaston Gazette Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 46 406 8.8 2 0 0 0 2008 projections: 45 414 9.2 2 -0 2 Kirtman, David - RB, SEA (Bye week: 4) FEB. 28: The Seahawks extended exclusive rights free agent FB David Kirtman and LB Lance Laury tender offers on Thursday. FANTASY 28 SOURCE SPIN: Kirtman gets $370,000 if he makes the club; Laury can make $445,000. Restricted free agent RB Alvin Pearman wasn't tendered and is free to leave. Kitna, Jon - QB, DET (Bye week: 4) AUG. 23: Jon Kitna completed 9-of-11 passes for 98 yards Saturday against the Browns. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Kitna's flawless 23 preseason continues. Kitna converted on a couple of early key third downs with the help of Roy Williams. Calvin Johnson finished with just 16 yards on two receptions. Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 355 561 4,068 18 20 80.9 2008 projections: 296 477 3,385 17 16 81.3 Klopfenstein, Joe - TE, STL (Bye week: 5) MAY 11: Klopfenstein seems more comfortable and smoother in his route running and pass-catching as he enters his third NFL season. With 11 Saunders as the offensive coordinator, the early read is that the tight ends will get the ball more often. (Jim Thomas for SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: A sleeper option, but only as a backup tight end. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 2 37 18.5 1 0 0 0 Kolb, Kevin - QB, PHI (Bye week: 7) AUG. 22: Kevin Kolb completed 9-of-14 passes for 106 yards in Philadelphia's third preseason game. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Kolb is now 22 35-for-62 for 342 yards in the preseason for a poor 5.5 YPA. He's thrown one touchdown and one interception. While the Eagles are exceedingly high on Kolb, the preseason results helped quell any quarterback "controversy." Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 0 0 0 0 0 0.0 Kowalewski, Joe - TE, NYJ (Bye week: 5) APRIL 28: Jets waived TE Joe Kowalewski and FB Stacy Tutt. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Tutt, a converted college quarterback, suffered a 28 knee injury late last season. Kowalewski, a special teamer, was on the roster for 16 games in 2007.Source: Newsday Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 5 18 3.6 1 0 0 0 Krause, Ryan - TE, HOU (Bye week: 8) MAY 19: Texans signed TE Ryan Krause and CB Jimmy Williams. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Krause spent 2007 with the Packers. Williams 19 was out of the league while recovering from a torn ACL. They're both likely roster filler for camp. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 2 11 5.5 0 0 0 0 Kreider, Dan - RB, STL (Bye week: 5) JULY 23: Rams signed former Steelers FB Dan Kreider. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The nine-year veteran is an old-fashioned lead blocker 23 and should offer insurance for Brian Leonard.Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 1 2 2.0 0 1 15 0 Kuhn, John - RB, GB (Bye week: 8) MARCH 20: Packers re-signed FB John Kuhn, an exclusive rights free agent. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Kuhn will make $445,000 in 2008, 20 and can be a restricted free agent next offseason. He's Korey Hall's backup at fullback and plays special teams. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 0 0 0.0 0 2 7 0 For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 106 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Lawton, Luke - RB, OAK (Bye week: 5) AUG. 25: Raiders claimed FB Luke Lawton off waivers from the Eagles and signed S Marviel Underwood, formerly of the Broncos. 25 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Coach Lane Kiffin has to be happy that Al Davis woke up motivated to sign depth. Neither of these two players is especially likely to stick.Source: Oakland Tribune Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 5 13 2.6 0 4 29 1 Lee, Donald - TE, GB (Bye week: 8) JULY 3: Lee filled in admirably when Bubba Franks was injured last season. He showed good pass-catching skills and was a presence near the 3 goal line. Franks is gone now, but Green Bay drafted Jermichael Finley in the third round. He figures to steal some playing time from Lee. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Lee's production might suffer with Brett Favre gone, but he has starter potential. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 48 575 12.0 6 0 0 0 2008 projections: 41 492 12.0 4 -0 4 Leftwich, Byron - QB, PIT (Bye week: 6) AUG. 28: Byron Leftwich has impressed Steelers coaches so far and could find himself in a backup role if the Steelers decide to part ways with 28 injured QB Charlie Batch. He should receive extended playing time in the Steelers' finale against the Panthers. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Coach Mike Tomlin indicated the Steerlers have been pleased with Leftwich's progress. "Based on what [Leftwich] has done to this point, there is comfort," Tomlin said. "Every day is so important for him because there have been very few days and opportunities. So far, he has taken advantage of those opportunities and gotten better. He has to continue to do that. [Tonight] will be a part of that."Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 32 58 279 1 2 59.5 Leinart, Matt - QB, ARI (Bye week: 7) AUG. 25: Matt Leinart and Kurt Warner both took snaps with the Cardinals' first-team offense at Monday's practice. FANTASY SOURCE 25 SPIN: Coach Ken Whisenhunt reportedly assured Leinart that ESPN's report about Warner starting in Week 1 did not come from the team. We still believe Warner will get the nod, but may not know for certain before the weekend.Source: Arizona Republic Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 60 112 647 2 4 61.9 2008 projections: 237 416 2,730 16 9 80.7 Lelie, Ashley - WR, SF (Bye week: 9) AUG. 25: Ashley Lelie (calf) returned to 49ers practice Monday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It's probably too little too late. Lelie tore his calf 25 and is buried on the depth chart. Look for him to be part of Saturday's final cuts.Source: Sacramento Bee Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 10 115 11.5 0 0 0 0 Lemon, Cleo - QB, JAC (Bye week: 7) JUNE 19: As great as David Garrard was last season, he missed three games because of injury, so the Jaguars needed a slightly seasoned, 19 similarly mobile No. 2. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Meet this year's Quinn Gray, folks. (Vinnie Iyer/SN) Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 173 309 1,773 6 6 71.0 Leonard, Brian - RB, STL (Bye week: 5) AUG. 26: Brian Leonard (shoulder) has resumed practicing with the Rams. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Antonio Pittman has sealed the job as 26 Steven Jackson's backup with a 5.2 yards per carry average in the preseason. Leonard will open at fullback.Source: St Louis Post-Dispatch Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 86 303 3.5 0 30 183 0 Lewis, Greg - WR, PHI (Bye week: 7) JUNE 28: Aside from making the most of his red-zone chances, Lewis' numbers suffered yet again in 2007. With little chance of him moving up 28 the depth chart, don't expect much improvement. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Lewis isn't worth owning for his one big game all season. (Chris Bahr/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 13 265 20.4 3 0 0 0 + Lewis, Jamal - RB, CLE (Bye week: 5) AUG. 27: Jamal Lewis remains sidelined with a "slight hamstring strain." FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Coach Romeo Crennel said 27 Lewis has been improving over the weekend while running in the pool and doing side work. Lewis won't play this week, but he is expected to return for the season opener.Source: Canton Repository Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 298 1,304 4.4 9 30 248 2 2008 projections: 295 1,201 4.1 7 28 221 0 Lewis, Marcedes - TE, JAC (Bye week: 7) JULY 29: David Garrard says he wants to throw to Marcedes Lewis more this year. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "Tight ends are usually 29 my favorite targets," Garrard said. "They are reliable and always around the middle. I definitely want to get (Lewis') receptions up and get his play to where he's one of the elite tight ends in the league." Lewis should improve this year, but he's hard to love as more than a TE2.Source: Florida Times Union Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 37 391 10.6 2 0 0 0 2008 projections: 39 402 10.3 3 -0 3 Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 107 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Lindell, Rian - K, BUF (Bye week: 6) JUNE 23: Lindell is deadly accurate and has a very strong leg. Sounds great, right? Well, the problem is the Buffalo offense can't put him in 23 position to score on a consistent basis. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: If the Bills ever get their offense going, Lindell could be a valuable weapon. That's a huge "if." (Brad Pinkerton/SN) FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 24 27 88.9 24 24 96 2008 projections: 24 27 88.9 29 29 101 Lloyd, Brandon - WR, CHI (Bye week: 8) AUG. 21: The Chicago Sun Times expects Brandon Lloyd to be a starter for the Bears this season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Lloyd showed 21 a rapport with Kyle Orton in Chicago's second exhibition and leads the club in preseason catches. The opposite spot is open between Devin Hester and Rashied Davis. Marty Booker will likely begin as a third receiver, but rotate with Lloyd often, capping the fantasy ceiling of both.Source: Chicago Sun Times Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 2 14 7.0 0 0 0 0 Lloyd, Rhys - K, CAR (Bye week: 9) JAN. 22: Panthers signed K Rhys Lloyd to a two-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: John Kasay has never been great on kickoffs, and 22 will likely lose those duties to Lloyd in 2008 and beyond. Lloyd, a 231-pounder from Dover, England, booted as many touchbacks in Week 17 as Kasay did all last season (two). FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 Longwell, Ryan - K, MIN (Bye week: 8) JUNE 20: Longwell has the advantage of kicking in the Metrodome, but the Vikings weren't able to give him consistent scoring opportunities in 20 '07. A surprising amount of PATs inflated Longwell's scoring last season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He'll have to make more than 20 field goals to be relevant in fantasy leagues. (Brad Pinkerton/SN) FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 20 24 83.3 39 40 99 2008 projections: 21 25 84 37 37 100 Lorenzen, Jared - QB, IND (Bye week: 4) AUG. 24: Starting Sunday night's preseason game for Jim Sorgi (knee), Jared Lorenzen completed 7-of-11 passes for 52 yards. He ran once for 24 a yard. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Lorenzen faced Buffalo's first-string defense and predictably struggled to move the ball. He produced zero points before giving way to Quinn Gray. Gray bombed, throwing four picks in less than a half. He did toss a TD. Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 4 8 28 0 0 58.3 C Losman, J.P. - QB, BUF (Bye week: 6) AUG. 22: J.P. Losman, who could start Buffalo's third preseason game because of Trent Edwards' injury, is still unhappy with his situation. 22 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "It is very difficult to get motivated, but with the help of friends, family, and my agent, we just keep pressing on," he said. That's the attitude! Losman wanted to get traded in the offseason and hasn't spoken to the media all camp until now. Source: Rochester Democrat and Chronicle Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 111 175 1,204 4 6 76.9 Lucas, Chad - WR, TB (Bye week: 10) MARCH 6: Bucs GM Bruce Allen believes WR Chad Lucas can be a contributor on offense in 2008. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Allen 6 apparently thinks he can be the playmaker Tampa hasn't been able to find in free agency. Lucas, 26, was a star in NFL Europa, but will be battling just for a roster spot. The Bucs really should be looking into D.J. Hackett. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 5 82 16.4 0 0 0 0 Lynch, Marshawn - RB, BUF (Bye week: 6) AUG. 24: Marshawn Lynch ran four times for only two yards and caught a pass for a loss of three in Buffalo's third preseason game. FANTASY 24 SOURCE SPIN: He came in with eight total carries for 34 yards and an eight-yard catch, but saw his preseason YPC drop from 4.3 to 3.0. A much bigger worry for Lynch is the health of OT Langston Walker, an elite force in the running game who left the game with an arm injury. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 280 1,115 4.0 7 18 184 0 2008 projections: 341 1,398 4.1 11 28 288 1 Madsen, John - TE, OAK (Bye week: 5) MARCH 21: Raiders re-signed exclusive rights free agent TE John Madsen, WR Chris McFoy, LS Jon Condo, LB Ricky Brown, and OT Mark 21 Wilson. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Madsen is basically a wideout playing tight end. He caught eight balls for 102 yards in 2007. Oakland is especially high on Wilson as a left tackle prospect. There's an outside chance he'll get a look there along with Kwame Harris. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 8 102 12.8 1 0 0 0 This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 108 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Manning, Eli - QB, NYG (Bye week: 4) JULY 6: Peyton's kid brother silenced all of his critics by leading the Giants to victory in Super Bowl 42, but in fantasyland, he still comes with 6 much statistical skepticism. His worth is measured more in moxie and wins, rather than in yards, passer rating and completion percentage. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Manning should be more confident and improved after his great playoff run, but this still is a QB you'd prefer to play only in the right matchups. (Vinnie Iyer/SN) Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 297 529 3,336 23 20 73.9 2008 projections: 313 538 3,603 25 18 80.0 + Manning, Peyton - QB, IND (Bye week: 4) AUG. 28: In his strongest language yet, Colts coach Tony Dungy said he would be "shocked" if Peyton Manning (knee) doesn't play the season 28 opener. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Dungy added that Manning would have to have a "dramatic setback" to miss regular season action. Manning has obviously made significant progress. It's safe to draft him as if he's healthy. Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 337 515 4,040 31 14 98.0 2008 projections: 332 547 4,321 32 10 97.5 Manumaleuna, Brandon - TE, SD (Bye week: 9) JAN. 12: Antonio Gates (toe) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Colts. Manumaleuna would start in Gates' place if he can't go. 12 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The positives: You can get Manumaleuna for cheap in your postseaon leagues, and he's an adequate fill-in. The negatives: He's only adequate, and the Chargers will likely lose this week. Final verdict: Find a more reliable tight end. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 10 86 8.6 1 0 0 0 Mare, Olindo - K, SEA (Bye week: 4) AUG. 17: Branton Coutu went 5-for-5 on field-goal attempts, including the game-winner in overtime, against the Bears Saturday night. 17 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Olindo Mare went 2-for-2 last week, so neither kicker has missed yet. Mare also boomed a couple of kickoffs through the end zone. This one is still too close to call, but the rookie did well to come through in the clutch.Source: Tacoma News Tribune FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 10 17 58.8 34 34 64 2008 projections: 25 34 73.5 38 38 113 Maroney, Laurence - RB, NE (Bye week: 4) JULY 16: Laurence Maroney was used significantly in the final weeks of 2007, and in the postseason. The lack of meaningful work early might 16 have been because of a shoulder injury. Without any health issues entering '08, Maroney could provide the numbers he produced down the stretch for an entire season. However, Sammy Morris is still around, which hurts Maroney's value some. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Patriots might not be as interested in setting passing records this year -- and that could mean more production from Maroney. (Roger Kuznia/SN) Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 185 835 4.5 6 4 116 0 2008 projections: 252 1,134 4.5 9 12 124 1 Marshall, Brandon - WR, DEN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 28: CBS4 in Denver reports Brandon Marshall has won his appeal and will see his suspension reduced to one game (plus fined his game 28 check for Week 2). FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Those who gambled on Marshall get rewarded while those yet to draft can move him up their draft boards. Source: CBS4denver.com Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 102 1,325 13.0 7 5 57 0 2008 projections: 90 1,045 11.6 7 -21 0 Martin, David - TE, MIA (Bye week: 4) JULY 28: David Martin is seeing first-team action at Dolphins training camp. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It's unclear if he's ahead of Anthony 28 Fasano, but there's no question that this is a competition. Martin is on the roster bubble with Fasano and Sean Ryan both better blockers. It may come down to keeping Martin or Justin Peelle.Source: Palm Beach Post Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 34 303 8.9 2 0 0 0 2008 projections: 18 160 8.9 0 -0 0 Martin, Ruvell - WR, GB (Bye week: 8) JUNE 25: Martin obviously made the most of his receptions, judging from the regularity with which he found the end zone. However, he'll be 25 used mainly in third-down passing situations and isn't a reliable fantasy contributor. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Not the Packers' receiver you're looking for. (Bill Bender/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 16 242 15.1 4 0 0 0 Martinez, Glenn - WR, DEN (Bye week: 8) JULY 9: Martinez's role is best summed up this way: uninspiring return man. His season-long receiving stats would be a good two-week span 9 for a decent wideout. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: When Martinez yells, "I'm open!" Jay Cutler opts to throw it out of bounds. (Chris Bahr/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 14 175 12.5 0 0 0 0 Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 109 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Mason, Derrick - WR, BAL (Bye week: 10) JUNE 19: Mason was far and away the Ravens' top receiver last season, with more than twice as many catches and yards as the team's 19 next-closest wideout. He returned to the ranks of the 1,000-yard receivers and had his best TD total since 2004. However, his age is a concern, as is the thought of Kyle Boller, Troy Smith or Joe Flacco starting at QB. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Still a starter in most weeks. (Bill Bender/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 103 1,087 10.6 5 0 0 0 2008 projections: 85 859 10.1 3 -0 0 Massaquoi, Tim - TE, BUF (Bye week: 6) FEB. 28: The Bills tendered exclusive rights free agent TE Tim Massaquoi, WR Scott Mayle, DL Corey Mace, and DB Dustin Fox. FANTASY 28 SOURCE SPIN: None will be a strong bet to make the club. Massaquoi, a seventh-round pick out of Michigan in 2006, is an H-back type. He hasn't caught a pass as a pro. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 + Massey, Chris - RB, STL (Bye week: 5) JAN. 3: The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports Massey will require offseason surgery for a sports hernia. 3 Mathis, Jerome - WR, WAS (Bye week: 10) MAY 15: The Washington Post reports that the Redskins have released WR Jerome Mathis. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Mathis was a longshot 15 to make the Redskins, especially after the team selected receivers with two of their their first three picks in the April draft. The 24-year-old was selected to the Pro Bowl in 2005, but legal issues and injury problems have dampened his career.Source: Washington Post Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 1 15 15.0 0 0 0 0 Mauia, Reagan - RB, MIA (Bye week: 4) AUG. 4: Dolphins FB Reagan Mauia is struggling to make catches at training camp. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Or as South Florida 4 Sun-Sentinel writer Omar Kelly put it, Mauia "not only has a brick head, he's also got brick hands." Kelly suggests the team could look to upgrade at FB.Source: South Florida Sun-Sentinel Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 4 5 1.3 0 2 5 0 + Maxwell, Marcus - WR, CIN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 21: Bengals waived/injured WR Marcus Maxwell (undisclosed). FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Maxwell tore an unknown muscle and will 21 revert to injured reserve. He was the leading candidate for third receiver duty before Chris Henry's signing. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 1 5 5.0 0 0 0 0 McAllister, Deuce - RB, NO (Bye week: 9) AUG. 29: Deuce McAllister rushed 11 times for 30 yards in New Orleans' preseason finale. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: With players of any 29 significance resting, including Pierre Thomas and Aaron Stecker, it was very interesting to see Deuce get such a big workload. Was he playing for a spot on the team? McAllister had a few nice runs, but he was also stuffed at the line of scrimmage often. His role is highly uncertain. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 24 92 3.8 0 4 15 0 McCardell, Keenan - WR, WAS (Bye week: 10) JULY 25: Free agent Keenan McCardell still hopes to latch on with a team in training camp. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: McCardell, 38, caught 25 22 passes last year. "I want to play," he said. "I know I can help a team." Like last season, McCardell might catch on with someone after injuries strike. But he won't be high on many free agent lists.Source: ESPN Insider Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 22 256 11.6 1 0 0 0 McCareins, Justin - WR, TEN (Bye week: 6) AUG. 25: The Titans are not expected to use a receiver rotation this season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Norm Chow liked to mix and match, 25 but new coordinator Mike Heimerdinger wants his front-line wideouts to log regular time. This should help Justin Gage and Justin McCareins' consistency, but the mindset remains run first.Source: Nashville Tennessean Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 19 232 12.2 0 0 0 0 McCown, Josh - QB, CAR (Bye week: 9) AUG. 29: Panthers acquired QB Josh McCown from the Dolphins in exchange for undisclosed compensation. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 29 Miami did well to get something for a guy about to get cut, but Carolina was desperate after Matt Moore's injury. The deal likely means John Beck is safe as the Fins' third QB. McCown is a poor starter, but can throw downfield. If Jake Delhomme got hurt, we couldn't expect a huge dropoff from Carolina's pass catchers with McCown in. Brett Basanez's roster spot is now in doubt.Source: FOXSports.com Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 111 190 1,151 10 11 69.4 McCown, Luke - QB, TB (Bye week: 10) JUNE 18: Luke McCown currently appears to be the Bucs' No. 2 quarterback, according to the Tampa Tribune. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 18 McCown is seeing second-team reps, ahead of Brian Griese, in minicamp practices and has reportedly looked "tremendously sharp." This battle will likely continue through training camp. It might be too early to declare a leader.Source: Tampa Tribune Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 94 139 1,009 5 3 91.7 For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 110 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS McDonald, Shaun - WR, DET (Bye week: 4) AUG. 11: Shaun McDonald (knee) and Dan Campbell (elbow) both returned to Lions practice on Monday, as expected. FANTASY SOURCE 11 SPIN: Campbell will likely be Detroit's starting tight end, but he isn't much of a threat in the passing game. McDonald is competing with Mike Furrey for snaps in the slot. Don't bet on either catching more than 40 passes this year.Source: MLive.com Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 79 943 11.9 6 4 2 0 2008 projections: 59 622 10.5 4 -11 0 + McGahee, Willis - RB, BAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 28: The Baltimore Sun concedes that Willis McGahee (knee surgery) is a lock to be on the Ravens' Week 1 roster. FANTASY SOURCE 28 SPIN: The Sun has been leading the McGahee-could-be-cut bandwagon, but it's hard to imagine the club keeping him for the opener, then releasing McGahee in-season. Even if he starts all season, there's a decent chance he'll be cut by next spring.Source: Baltimore Sun Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 294 1,207 4.1 7 43 231 1 2008 projections: 299 1,207 4.0 8 41 271 1 McIntyre, Corey - RB, ATL (Bye week: 7) APRIL 18: Falcons signed restricted free agent FB Corey McIntyre to a one-year, $927,000 contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: McIntyre 18 drew interest from Buffalo at the start of free agency, but wasn't signed to an offer sheet. The three-year veteran has zero career carries. McMichael, Randy - TE, STL (Bye week: 5) JULY 3: McMichael was one of the few Rams to avoid the injury bug last season, but he still turned in the worst season of his career. A healthy 3 Marc Bulger would go a long way toward restoring his value. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He has starter potential, but you can't rely on McMichael as your only tight end. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 39 429 11.0 3 0 0 0 2008 projections: 48 514 10.7 3 -0 3 McNabb, Donovan - QB, PHI (Bye week: 7) JULY 31: Eagles offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg believes Donovan McNabb has become a better quarterback because of last year's 31 lack of mobility. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Mornhinweg says McNabb did a lot of learning in game situations, and now that he's 100 percent healthy he's ready to run and gun again. A healthy McNabb still has difference-making fantasy potential, so he remains more intriguing than many other mid-to-low QB1s.Source: phillyburbs.com Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 291 473 3,324 19 7 89.9 2008 projections: 274 452 3,164 18 8 87.7 + McNair, Steve - QB, BAL (Bye week: 10) APRIL 17: Steve McNair will announce his retirement from football at a 1 p.m. ET news conference on Thursday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 17 The decision would not have been surprising in January, but it is surprising now, considering that McNair began working out hard this offseason and was projected as Baltimore's starter. We wish him well in retirement. From tiny Alcorn State, McNair did some great things for fantasy owners while healthy. Source: Baltimore Sun Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 133 205 1,113 2 4 73.9 Medlock, Justin - K, STL (Bye week: 5) AUG. 26: Rams released K Justin Medlock, RB Lavarus Giles and WR Shaine Smith. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Medlock has been a bust 26 after the Chiefs took him in the fifth round of last year's draft. FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 1 2 50.0 0 0 3 Miller, Billy - TE, NO (Bye week: 9) JULY 8: Miller used his sure hands to produce some nice games last season, but the Saints don't throw to their tight ends much. Plus, he has to 8 share time with Eric Johnson. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Miller could be someone to watch if Johnson gets hurt. (Matt Lutovsky/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 27 328 12.1 2 0 0 0 2008 projections: 29 342 11.8 1 -0 1 Miller, Heath - TE, PIT (Bye week: 6) AUG. 18: The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette suggests that Heath Miller's production could drop this season because of the additions of Limas Sweed 18 and Mewelde Moore. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Sweed could be every bit the red-zone threat Miller is, and Moore will be an upgrade from 2007 as a pass-catching back on third downs. Miller had a career-best 47 grabs last year, and it would be hard to expect him to improve statistically. Miller hasn't caught one pass yet in the preseason.Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 47 566 12.0 7 0 0 0 2008 projections: 50 590 11.8 7 -0 7 Miller, Zach - TE, OAK (Bye week: 5) AUG. 3: The Oakland Tribune believes that TE Zach Miller should catch 60 passes if he's not blocking on the line this season. FANTASY 3 SOURCE SPIN: Problem is, the Raiders will probably have to use Miller to help their suspect offensive tackles quite a bit. Only seven tight ends caught 60 or more balls in 2007; Tony Gonzalez (99), Jason Witten (96), Kellen Winslow (82), Antonio Gates (75), Chris Cooley (66), and Owen Daniels (63).Source: Oakland Tribune Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 44 444 10.1 3 0 0 0 Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 111 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS 2008 projections: 46 497 10.8 4 -0 4 Milner, Martrez - TE, ATL (Bye week: 7) AUG. 25: Falcons TE Martrez Milner (back, toe) has resumed practicing. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He was to be Atlanta's No. 1 pass 25 catching tight end before the injuries and Marcus Pollard's signing. Milner's spot on the club now isn't assured.Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 9 50 5.6 0 0 0 0 Minor, Travis - RB, STL (Bye week: 5) FEB. 20: Rams re-signed RB Travis Minor. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Contract terms weren't immediately available. At this point in his 20 career, Minor is used primarily on special teams and has no fantasy value. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 17 68 4.0 0 12 86 0 + Mix, Anthony - WR, WAS (Bye week: 10) AUG. 10: Redskins WR Anthony Mix broke a rib in the team's second preseason game. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Mix has been nicked up 10 virtually all summer and this won't help his chances of making the team. It's unclear when he'll be practicing again.Source: Washington Post Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 3 39 13.0 0 0 0 0 Moore, Lance - WR, NO (Bye week: 9) JULY 15: Saints coach Sean Payton gave Lance Moore every chance to prove himself in '07. It might not happen again in '08. Moore is a shifty 15 possession receiver, but he's not a downfield threat and will struggle for playing time. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Don't cry for Moore on draft day. (Bill Bender/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 32 302 9.4 2 2 7 1 + Moore, Matt - QB, CAR (Bye week: 9) AUG. 29: Josh McCown's acquisition is not an indication that Matt Moore (shin) is headed for injured reserve. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 29 Moore is day to day and should be ready early in the season, but he'll most likely be No. 3 on the depth chart upon return. McCown's addition reportedly does mean that Brett Basanez will be traded or cut on Saturday.Source: Gaston Gazette Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 63 111 730 3 5 67.0 Moore, Mewelde - RB, PIT (Bye week: 6) JUNE 27: Following Najeh Davenport's release, Mewelde Moore and Rashard Mendenhall will likely compete to be the Steelers' third-down 27 back. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Moore thinks his job as the passing-down ace is secure, but Mendenhall did a lot of pass protection at Illinois, caught a bunch of passes, and will push hard. Of importance in non-PPR leagues is the battle for goal-line work; Mendenhall may well have the edge over Willie Parker and Gary Russell. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 20 113 5.7 0 6 48 0 Morency, Vernand - RB, GB (Bye week: 8) JULY 17: Vernand Morency had his shot at being Green Bay's top back, but he never could capitalize. Injuries didn't help. FANTASY 17 SOURCE SPIN: Move along. (Roger Kuznia/SN) Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 29 108 3.7 0 30 199 0 Morey, Sean - WR, ARI (Bye week: 7) MARCH 25: Cardinals re-signed WRs Sean Morey and Ahmad Merritt. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: With Larry Fitzgerald's cap-room saving 25 contract signed, the Cardinals are again able to sign fringe players. Morey is almost certain to make the final roster as a special teams gunner. Merritt has his work cut out for him. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 8 131 16.4 0 1 13 0 Morris, Maurice - RB, SEA (Bye week: 4) AUG. 25: Maurice Morris continued to play ahead of Julius Jones in Seattle's third exhibition and ran for 31 yards on five carries. He had an 25 eight-yard catch. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Jones had 30 yards on eight carries, rotating series with Morris. That could be the way Seattle keeps it going into Week 1, although Morris has a 6.7 yards per carry average through three exhibitions. Jones' YPC is 4.0. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 140 628 4.5 4 23 213 1 2008 projections: 103 426 4.1 1 18 126 0 Morris, Sammy - RB, NE (Bye week: 4) AUG. 22: Sammy Morris led the Patriots with 24 yards on five carries in their third preseason game. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: With LaMont 22 Jordan missing two straight games, Morris is the favorite to open the season as Laurence Maroney's backup. He's definitely worth drafting in fantasy leagues, although the Pats' usage patterns may remain unpredictable all season. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 85 384 4.5 3 6 35 0 2008 projections: 121 508 4.2 2 20 138 0 This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 112 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Moss, Randy - WR, NE (Bye week: 4) JUNE 27: Moss set the single-season record for receiving TDs with 23 in '07. He also re-emerged as a dominant fantasy receiver after wasting 27 away in Oakland. Moss, however, disappeared in the postseason, perhaps because opponents gave up the middle in an effort not to get beat deep. Expect more of the same this season, though Tom Brady and Bill Belichick will find ways to get Moss the ball. Moss won't score in 13 games again, but another monster season is in the cards. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The best receiver in the game. As always, be wary of off-the-field drama. (Bill Bender/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 98 1,493 15.2 23 0 0 0 2008 projections: 91 1,389 15.3 16 -0 0 Moss, Santana - WR, WAS (Bye week: 10) JULY 15: New coach Jim Zorn promises to use Santana Moss often as a deep threat. However, it'll be up to Jason Campbell to deliver the ball 15 and up to Moss to stay healthy. Neither is a given by any means. When Moss got hot at the end of the season, it was with Todd Collins at QB. Moss' stats steadily have trended in the wrong direction. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: A decent No. 3, but don't reach. (Bill Bender/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 61 808 13.2 3 3 13 0 2008 projections: 69 825 12.0 4 -11 0 Moss, Sinorice - WR, NYG (Bye week: 4) AUG. 29: The Newark Star-Ledger suggests that Sinorice Moss could be traded by Saturday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: If so, this would 29 probably be a case of New York getting something (likely a sixth or seventh-round pick) for free instead of having to cut Moss, the team's second-round pick in 2006. He's in a roster crunch at wideout.Source: Newark Star-Ledger Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 21 225 10.7 0 1 4 0 Moulds, Eric - WR, TEN (Bye week: 6) MAY 22: In addition to Eddie Kennison, the Bucs tried out free agent receivers Eric Moulds and Bryan Gilmore on Thursday. FANTASY 22 SOURCE SPIN: This is the first sniff Moulds has gotten this offseason. Gilmore is a special teamer. The Bucs can't be sold on their current receiving corps, which other than Antonio Bryant's signing, hasn't improved since the summer of 2007.Source: St. Petersburg Times Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 32 342 10.7 0 0 0 0 Muhammad, Muhsin - WR, CAR (Bye week: 9) AUG. 22: Muhsin Muhammad returned to practice Wednesday for the first time since injuring his ribs Saturday against Philadelphia. 22 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Muhammad is locked in as the Panthers' starting flanker and could see solid playing time all year if he can stay healthy and out-produce D.J. Hackett.Source: Charlotte Observer Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 40 570 14.3 3 0 0 0 2008 projections: 52 605 11.6 3 -0 0 + Murphy, Matt - T, BUF (Bye week: 6) AUG. 13: Bills T Matt Murphy has a partially torn rotator cuff. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Murphy won't decide for two weeks whether to 13 undergo season-ending surgery or to let it heal with rest and try to give it a go this season. The Bills were already down to three tackles with Jason Peters holding out, so they're desperation is showing.Source: ESPN.com Mustard, Chad - TE, DEN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 11: Broncos TE Chad Mustard (knee, hamstring surgery) returned to practice Monday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Mustard, who also 11 plays tackle, is in a fight for a roster spot in Denver.Source: Rocky Mountain News Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 5 62 12.4 0 0 0 0 Naanee, Legedu - WR, SD (Bye week: 9) JULY 15: After working as a halfback, a tight end and a wide receiver in '07, the Chargers plan to use Legedu Naanee exclusively as a receiver 15 this season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Fantasy owners shouldn't plan to use him at all. (Chris Bahr/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 8 69 8.6 0 0 0 0 Nall, Craig - QB, GB (Bye week: 8) MARCH 16: The Texans, Vikings, and Packers have reportedly had discussions with free agent QB Craig Nall. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: If 16 all the Vikings do is add Nall behind Tarvaris Jackson, we wouldn't bet on them making the playoffs. Nall knows Gary Kubiak's system, but the Texans already have one of the league's top backups in Sage Rosenfels. If Houston acquired Nall, it's possible that Rosenfels would go on the trade block. Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 7 15 88 1 0 87.6 Neal, Lorenzo - RB, BAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 12: The Ravens signed FB Lorenzo Neal, formerly of the Chargers. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Neal, 37, adds another lead blocker with 12 usual starter LeRon McClain ticketed for a larger role as a ball carrier. McClain moves pretty well for a 260-pounder, but lacks straight-line speed. This is most likely a preseason experiment while the Ravens wait for Willis McGahee to get healthy.Source: Baltimore Sun Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 13 32 2.5 0 8 23 1 Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 113 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Nedney, Joe - K, SF (Bye week: 9) JUNE 30: In '07, Nedney was last in the league among full-time kickers in field goals made and attempted, as well as PATs made and 30 attempted. Hey, at least his percentages were good! FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: There is nothing intriguing about Nedney kicking for a stagnant 49ers offense. (Brad Pinkerton/SN) FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 17 19 89.5 22 22 73 2008 projections: 20 24 83.3 28 28 88 Nordin, Jake - TE, BAL (Bye week: 10) JULY 25: Ravens cut FB/TE Jake Nordin. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: They picked up a couple journeymen tight ends a few days back. 25 C Northcutt, Dennis - WR, JAC (Bye week: 7) AUG. 26: Jaguars WR Dennis Northcutt is being sued for conspiring to attack his pregnant ex-girlfriend. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The ex 26 alleges that Northcutt got his cousin to "maliciously assault, beat, strike and batter . . . her face and head with great force and violence." You can bet that it will get the commissioner's attention.Source: Profootballtalk.com Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 44 601 13.7 4 6 27 0 Norwood, Jerious - RB, ATL (Bye week: 7) AUG. 7: The Falcons are again talking about increasing RB Jerious Norwood's role in the offense. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: So how is 7 Michael Turner going to get his "300 carries" while Norwood also sees more touches? Coaches say Norwood will be used as a wide receiver, a tailback, and even in the same backfield with Turner. As evidenced by past usage patterns, Norwood is going to need those extra touches to carve out a niche as a startable fantasy back.Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 103 613 6.0 1 28 277 0 2008 projections: 105 620 5.9 2 20 191 0 C Nugent, Mike - K, NYJ (Bye week: 5) AUG. 18: Head coach Eric Mangini voiced his frustration with Mike Nugent after the kicker missed two field goals on Saturday. FANTASY 18 SOURCE SPIN: Nugent missed from 43 and 23 yards. "Those field goals are pretty high-percentage field goals, in the 90 (percent range) league-wide," Mangini said. "Those you have to make. It's a chip shot. The 43-yarder is a lot tougher, but when you're that close (23 yards), those have to be like gimmes. It was a missed field goal from the 5-yard line to (tie) the game. You have to make it. We have to be able to execute that play. That's pretty standard operation procedure."Source: New York Post FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 29 36 80.6 23 24 110 2008 projections: 28 35 80 25 25 109 + O'Neal, Oren - RB, OAK (Bye week: 5) AUG. 24: Raiders coach Lane Kiffin revealed that FB Oren O'Neal's knee injury is career threatening. O'Neal will go on injured reserve, ending 24 his season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Reconstructive surgery sounds like a certainty. Kiffin said "it was as bad as it can get" and TV viewers are lucky O'Neal's injury wasn't caught on film.Source: Oakland Tribune Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 0 0 0.0 0 1 1 0 O'Sullivan, J.T. - QB, SF (Bye week: 9) AUG. 22: Coach Mike Nolan announced Friday that J.T. O'Sullivan will open the season as San Francisco's starting quarterback. FANTASY 22 SOURCE SPIN: O'Sullivan excelled facing a strong, healthy Bears secondary Thursday night. He has the tools and offensive knowledge to work some early-season Mike Martz magic, but JTO won't have a long leash. Still, we'd take him as an end-game QB2. O'Sullivan has sound blind-side protection (Joe Staley), easy division foes and a few capable weapons (Frank Gore, Isaac Bruce, Vernon Davis) surrounding him. He's a legit late-round pick based on upside.Source: Santa Rosa Press Democrat Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 13 26 148 1 2 48.2 2008 projections: 154 271 1,760 11 10 74.7 + Obomanu, Ben - WR, SEA (Bye week: 4) AUG. 30: Seahawks WR Ben Obomanu is in danger of missing the 2008 season after breaking his clavicle in the team's exhibition finale Friday 30 nigh. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Seattle receiver corps is reeling right now due to injuries (also Bobby Engram, Deion Branch), further limiting our expectations for Matt Hasselbeck. Obomanu was slated to be the No. 3 receiver behind Courtney Taylor and Nate Burleson to open the season. Taylor is now sure to start at flanker. Jordan Kent, Logan Payne, and Michael Bumpus will vie for snaps off the bench.Source: Tacoma News Tribune Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 12 180 15.0 1 0 0 0 Olsen, Greg - TE, CHI (Bye week: 8) JULY 29: The Bears have used "more double-tight formations than ever" in early training camp practices. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: In the 29 "Ace" package, Greg Olsen lines up in the slot or out wide to get a favorable matchup. Since Olsen isn't a great blocker, Desmond Clark figures to be the Bears' in-line tight end. This is likely how they plan to make up for a weak WR corps. Olsen has a chance to be their top pass catcher this year.Source: Chicago Sun Times Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 39 391 10.0 2 0 0 0 2008 projections: 48 514 10.7 4 -0 4 For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 114 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Orton, Kyle - QB, CHI (Bye week: 8) AUG. 21: Kyle Orton completed 10-of-17 passes for 147 yards and two touchdowns against the 49ers Thursday night. FANTASY SOURCE 21 SPIN: Orton showed happy feet early but rebounded with nice touch and a strong arm, highlighted by the two impressive touchdown passes to Rashied Davis. Still, we have little confidence in the Bears offense and wouldn't recommend Orton as anything more than a flier in deep leagues. Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 43 80 478 3 2 73.9 Osgood, Kassim - WR, SD (Bye week: 9) JULY 15: Kassim Osgood provides a spark on special teams, but he is lucky to get his name on the stat sheet each week offensively. FANTASY 15 SOURCE SPIN: Nothing good about Osgood in fantasy terms. (Bill Bender/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 2 23 11.5 0 0 0 0 Owens, Chad - WR, JAC (Bye week: 7) JAN. 11: The Jaguars waived Owens on Friday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: This isn't the Owens you should care about this weekend. Focus 11 on Terrell and his ankle. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 Owens, John - TE, DET (Bye week: 4) MARCH 3: Lions re-signed TE John Owens to a one-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It's likely for the minimum. Owens will 3 compete for a backup job in training camp. Detroit currently has six tight ends on its offseason roster. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 2 13 6.5 0 0 0 0 Owens, Terrell - WR, DAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 22: Terrell Owens caught four balls for 43 yards in roughly two and a half quarters of play in the Cowboys' third preseason game. 22 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: T.O. had four steps on burnable Texans CB Jacques Reeves down the left on a first-quarter go route for a would-be score. Tony Romo just barely overshot him. Owens turns 35 in December, but still runs like a champ. T.O. is our fifth-ranked fantasy receiver. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 81 1,355 16.7 15 1 5 0 2008 projections: 83 1,344 16.2 14 -3 0 + Palmer, Carson - QB, CIN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 26: Carson Palmer will not play in Thursday's preseason finale against the Colts. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Bengals are sitting him 26 as a precaution while he recovers from a broken nose suffered in Saturday's loss to the Saints. Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 373 575 4,131 26 20 86.7 2008 projections: 348 550 3,855 28 16 88.6 Parker, Samie - WR, CAR (Bye week: 9) AUG. 26: Panthers signed WR Samie Parker and released WR Sean Bailey. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Parker finds work less than 24 hours 26 after being released by the Broncos. The Charlotte Observer indicates that he has a good chance to make the team and could get a look as a return man in addition to receiver duties.Source: Charlotte Observer Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 24 298 12.4 2 1 2 0 Parker, Willie - RB, PIT (Bye week: 6) AUG. 8: Willie Parker rushed three times for 20 yards in the Steelers' exhibition opener against Philadelphia. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: FWP 8 played just one series and had runs of 11, 4, and 5 yards in length, showing he's recovered from the fibula he broke in Week 16 last year. He's safe to draft in fantasy leagues, but will likely be a committee back. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 321 1,316 4.1 2 23 164 0 2008 projections: 320 1,345 4.2 7 25 189 1 Parrish, Roscoe - WR, BUF (Bye week: 6) JULY 27: Roscoe Parrish was the Bills' first-team slot receiver as the team began training camp practices. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Josh 27 Reed appears to be a step behind. Buffalo says it wants to open up the offense, but we can expect a conservative approach from any Dick Jauron coached club. That may not be conducive to many three-receiver sets.Source: BuffaloBills.com Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 35 352 10.1 1 3 19 1 + Patrick, Ben - TE, ARI (Bye week: 7) AUG. 26: Cardinals TE Ben Patrick (ankle) practiced a little bit on Monday, but it's still unknown if he can play in the preseason finale. 26 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Patrick pretty much handed the starting job to Leonard Pope when he went down with a high ankle sprain in the second preseason game.Source: Arizona Republic Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 7 73 10.4 2 0 0 0 Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 115 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Patten, David - WR, NO (Bye week: 9) JULY 23: David Patten will open training camp as the Saints' starting wide receiver opposite Marques Colston. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 23 Patten could see his role diminish due to the addition of Jeremy Shockey, who figures to replace him as New Orleans' "No. 2" receiver. He's the only Saints starter we'd worry about Shockey impacting negatively.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 54 792 14.7 3 2 -5 0 2008 projections: 55 745 13.5 3 -20 0 Pearman, Alvin - RB, SEA (Bye week: 4) MARCH 1: The Giants have some interest in running bank/kick returner Alvin Pearman. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Pearman went down with 1 a torn ACL in Week 4 of the 2007 season, but he's expected to be recovered in time for training camp. The Giants may also be interested in Maurice Hicks as a kick returner. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 0 0 0.0 0 1 1 0 Pennington, Chad - QB, MIA (Bye week: 4) AUG. 25: The Dolphins formally announced Chad Pennington as their starting quarterback to enter the season on Monday. FANTASY 25 SOURCE SPIN: John Beck entered camp as the favorite, but it was clear early that he isn't ready and he's now on the trade block. Pennington is the Fins' best bet to complete the highest percentage of throws, which is good news for Ted Ginn Jr. and Derek Hagan's catch total. However, Miami will likely be a run-first team and Henne has shown enough that he could take over before midseason.Source: South Florida Sun-Sentinel Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 179 260 1,765 10 9 86.1 Perry, Tab - WR, MIA (Bye week: 4) JULY 15: Perry totaled just 10 catches for 109 yards in three years with Cincinnati, and injuries prevented him from fulfilling his kick-return 15 duties in '07. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He's tall (6-3), but that's all. (Bill Bender/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 1 7 7.0 0 1 9 0 Peterson, Adrian - RB, CHI (Bye week: 8) JULY 24: Bears RB Adrian Peterson is fully recovered from his June appendectomy. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He ran with the starting 24 offense Wednesday, but Matt Forte also saw reps there. Peterson has virtually no chance to keep the job, as Kevin Jones will also be ahead of him on the depth chart once he's healthy. Peterson's upside this year is as a second-stringer/special teamer.Source: Chicago Sun Times Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 151 510 3.4 3 51 420 0 2008 projections: 65 265 4.1 1 27 205 0 Peterson, Adrian - RB, MIN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 24: Adrian Peterson rushed 12 times for 21 yards and a touchdown Saturday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: His work is probably done for 24 the preseason with a 2.55 yards-per-carry average. And we don't care one iota. Chester Taylor is at 2.5 yards-per-carry. The pair could double that average when the games matter. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 238 1,341 5.6 12 19 268 1 2008 projections: 324 1,680 5.2 14 25 224 2 Pinner, Artose - RB, DET (Bye week: 4) APRIL 30: Lions signed RB Artose Pinner. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: On first glance, Pinner is roster filler. But MLive's Tom Kowalski 30 smartly points out that Pinner is a special teams dynamo, while Tatum Bell and Brian Calhoun offer little there. And backup runners have to help on specials. Kowalski believes that rookie Kevin Smith is now the only lock to make the roster and we can't disagree. It's a muddled situation.Source: MLive.com Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 5 46 9.2 0 0 0 0 Pinnock, Andrew - RB, SD (Bye week: 9) AUG. 6: Chargers FB Andrew Pinnock (microfracture surgery) has been taken off the PUP list. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Pinnock, slated to 6 replace Lorenzo Neal this season, hopes to start work in team drills Wednesday night. He's not expected to suit up until the third preseason game.Source: San Diego Union-Tribune Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 4 1 0.3 0 1 5 0 Pittman, Antonio - RB, STL (Bye week: 5) AUG. 10: Antonio Pittman rushed for 21 yards on six carries and a TD and added two catches for 16 yards in the Rams' preseason opener. 10 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Brian Leonard started and managed only 12 yards on five carries. That's probably how the production would be split in the event of a Steven Jackson injury. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 38 139 3.7 0 3 15 0 2008 projections: 75 304 4.1 1 9 61 0 This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 116 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Pittman, Michael - RB, DEN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 13: Despite a report that he'd switch back to tailback after Ryan Torain's injury, Michael Pittman has continued to play mostly fullback at 13 Broncos camp. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: This hurts Pittman's odds of making the team. He doesn't appear to be part of the backup RB battle, which currently involves Anthony Alridge and Andre Hall. The Broncos are in no obvious rush to upgrade the position otherwise.Source: Denver Post Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 68 286 4.2 0 26 191 0 Polite, Lousaka - RB, CHI (Bye week: 8) AUG. 29: The Bears informed FB Lousaka Polite of his release. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Polite doesn't do much on offense well, which 29 kept him behind Jason McKie. If the Bears could admit that Garrett Wolfe isn't an NFL running back, Polite likely would've been on the club and been a special teams upgrade.Source: Chicago Sun Times Pollard, Marcus - TE, ATL (Bye week: 7) AUG. 24: Falcons signed TE Marcus Pollard and waived TE George Cooper. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Pollard needs to learn a new offense, 24 but he actually has a really good shot at playing time in Atlanta, which boasts the NFL's worst corps of tight ends. Cooper doesn't have a future in the league. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 28 273 9.8 2 0 0 0 Pope, Leonard - TE, ARI (Bye week: 7) AUG. 8: Leonard Pope started the Cardinals' first exhibition game at tight end, but finished without a catch. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He 8 was also flagged for a false start, a problem that plagued Pope last year. Ken Whisenhunt reportedly "was not a happy head coach" at halftime. Ben Patrick, with whom Pope is vying to start, caught one pass for a gain of 16.Source: Arizona Republic Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 23 238 10.3 5 0 0 0 2008 projections: 26 265 10.2 4 -0 4 + Porter, Jerry - WR, JAC (Bye week: 7) AUG. 25: Jaguars coach Jack Del Rio acknowledged Monday that the team may not have Jerry Porter (hamstring surgery) for its season opener. 25 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Del Rio says Porter must practice for two weeks to be cleared. He will not practice Monday, and "when he returns, we'll start the timer." Porter is learning a new offense and needs the reps to be reliable. If Porter can't, Matt Jones and Mike Walker are candidates to start Week 1 opposite Reggie Williams.Source: jaguars.com Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 44 705 16.0 6 0 0 0 2008 projections: 57 674 11.8 4 -0 0 Portis, Clinton - RB, WAS (Bye week: 10) AUG. 9: Clinton Portis rushed for 18 yards and a touchdown on 7 carries and added one reception for five yards in his first preseason action. 9 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Portis scored on a fourth down 1-yard plunge early before giving way to Ladell Betts. The backup rushed for 41 yards on five carries while pitching in with three receptions for an additional 41 yards and a touchdown. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 325 1,262 3.9 11 47 389 0 2008 projections: 301 1,204 4.0 10 35 300 1 Prater, Matt - K, DEN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 3: Broncos K Matt Prater made 11-of-11 field goals, including a 68-yarder, in scrimmage Saturday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The 3 Broncos are excited about Prater's leg strength, but he's yet to succeed in the NFL once the lights go on. Prater won the Falcons job out of camp last year only to be waived by mid-September. He's a high risk, high reward fantasy kicker.Source: Denver Post FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 1 4 25.0 1 1 4 2008 projections: 24 30 80 32 33 104 Price, Peerless - WR, BUF (Bye week: 6) FEB. 14: Bills released WR Peerless Price. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Former GM Marv Levy's moves were mostly successful, except for 14 signing Price. Price showed no after the catch ability when he was healthy, then suffered a career threatening neck injury that required surgery early in the '07 season. He turns 32 in October, and it's very possible he'll fall out of the NFL. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 7 68 9.7 0 0 0 0 Putzier, Jeb - TE, SEA (Bye week: 4) MARCH 5: Seahawks signed free agent TE Jeb Putzier to a one-year contract. Scout.com's Adam Caplan reports the deal is for $645,000. 5 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Putzier was released by the Texans last month after falling by the wayside over the last two years. With Will Heller as the No. 2 guy in Seattle, Putzier is expected to replace Bennie Joppru. The team's starting tight end will likely come from April's draft. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 6 39 6.5 1 0 0 0 Quinn, Brady - QB, CLE (Bye week: 5) AUG. 26: Browns QB Brady Quinn will probably start his second straight preseason game as Derek Anderson deals with a mild concussion. 26 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Browns coach Romeo Crennel won't rule out Anderson for Thursday's game until after Tuesday's practice. Crennel may start preparing Quinn for the regular season opener but wants to wait until next week before making that decision.Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 3 8 45 0 0 56.8 Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 117 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Rackers, Neil - K, ARI (Bye week: 7) JUNE 30: Before you comment on Rackers' low field-goal percentage, note that he has attempted the most field goals (32) from 50-plus yards in 30 the last four years. He might miss a few from long distance, but at least he's trying to get your fantasy team some bonus points. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He might never approach his ridiculous '05 numbers, but Rackers is still a fantasy starter. (Brad Pinkerton/SN) FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 21 30 70.0 47 48 110 2008 projections: 23 32 71.9 45 45 114 Ramsey, Patrick - QB, DEN (Bye week: 8) JULY 8: Considering Jay Cutler's battle with diabetes, Ramsey plays an important role on the Broncos' roster as his top backup. FANTASY 8 SOURCE SPIN: If needed, Ramsey is capable of giving the Broncos good games with decent stats. (Vinnie Iyer/SN) Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 29 48 262 1 1 73.4 Randle El, Antwaan - WR, WAS (Bye week: 10) AUG. 3: Antwaan Randle El started Sunday's Hall of Fame Game and caught a 20-yard touchdown from Jason Campbell. FANTASY SOURCE 3 SPIN: Operating from the slot, Randle El zagged across the field uncovered to haul in an easy score on Washington's first possession. Randle El is currently a starter outside, but his primary role may be as a slot receiver when split end Malcolm Kelly (hamstring) returns. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 51 728 14.3 1 4 -3 0 2008 projections: 55 711 12.9 2 -45 1 Rayner, Dave - K, DET (Bye week: 4) AUG. 27: Lions released K Dave Rayner and DE Claude Harriott. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Jason Hanson is healthy and ready for the 27 season opener, so Rayner was no longer needed. FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 15 22 68.2 14 14 59 Redman, Chris - QB, ATL (Bye week: 7) AUG. 8: Chris Redman will start the Falcons preseason opener Saturday in Jacksonville. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: That might give Redman 8 official frontrunner status, but he's going to have to hold off rookie Matt Ryan through the four preseason games.Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 89 149 1,079 10 5 90.4 2008 projections: 158 274 2,002 12 10 79.1 Reed, Jeff - K, PIT (Bye week: 6) JULY 3: Reed bounced back from a poor '06 campaign to nail down 92 percent of his field-goal attempts last season. However, the Steelers 3 scored more touchdowns in '07, leaving Reed as no more than a bye-week option in fantasy leagues. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: That's what he'll be again this season unless Pittsburgh struggles in the red zone. FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 23 25 92.0 44 44 113 2008 projections: 24 28 85.7 42 42 114 Reed, Josh - WR, BUF (Bye week: 6) AUG. 24: Josh Reed caught three passes for 34 yards in Buffalo's third exhibition game against the Colts Sunday night. FANTASY SOURCE 24 SPIN: Reed is what he is; a little possession receiver who'd fit best in the slot, but he'll probably rotate with James Hardy outside the first few weeks of the year. Hardy hasn't created much separation while battling a bad hamstring. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 51 578 11.3 0 4 10 0 Reed, Kerry - WR, BAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 18: Ravens waived WR Kerry Reed. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It would be a small surprise if Reed resurfaces elsewhere. 18 Reid, Willie - WR, PIT (Bye week: 6) JULY 17: The speed definitely is there, but for whatever reason, it never has helped Willie Reid be either a productive receiver or return man. 17 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: His star (and fantasy value) is fading. (Bill Bender/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 4 54 13.5 0 0 0 0 Rhodes, Dominic - RB, IND (Bye week: 4) AUG. 3: Dominic Rhodes ran three times for 17 yards in the Colts' preseason opener Sunday night against the Redskins. FANTASY SOURCE 3 SPIN: Rhodes showed a pretty nice burst on three strong runs. He was the second Colts back to enter the game, indicating that Rhodes is currently the favorite to be Joseph Addai's primary backup. That wasn't unexpected. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 75 302 4.0 1 11 70 0 2008 projections: 65 286 4.4 1 12 71 0 Rice, Sidney - WR, MIN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 25: Sidney Rice (stomach virus) has resumed practicing with the Vikings. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Rice missed the third preseason 25 game and lost some strength, but has two weeks to get it back. He is a decent bet to pace the Vikes in catches this year.Source: Minneapolis Star-Tribune Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 31 396 12.8 4 0 0 0 2008 projections: 45 511 11.4 5 -0 0 For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 118 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Richardson, Tony - RB, NYJ (Bye week: 5) MARCH 6: Jets agreed to terms with FB Tony Richardson on a one-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Richardson, 36, is hardly the 6 pass catching or short yardage threat he once was, but can still deliver a blow. He was an All Pro selection as Adrian Peterson's lead blocker in 2007. His addition bodes well for Thomas Jones. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 7 13 1.9 0 11 89 0 Rivers, Philip - QB, SD (Bye week: 9) AUG. 25: Philip Rivers completed 11-of-21 passes for 143 yards in the Chargers' third preseason game Monday night. FANTASY SOURCE 25 SPIN: He played into the third quarter and led San Diego to ten points. ESPN's Ron Jaworski pointed out that Rivers' mechanics are flawless, pushing nicely off his back foot and "driving his hips through." If Rivers didn't face the league's toughest schedule for passers, he'd be a highly recommended QB2. Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 277 460 3,152 21 15 82.4 2008 projections: 279 456 3,240 21 13 86.1 Robinson, Jeff - TE, SEA (Bye week: 4) AUG. 27: Seahawks re-signed long snapper Jeff Robinson. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Robinson, 38, will replace Tim Lindsey and Tyler 27 Schmitt.Source: Tacoma News Tribune Robinson, Koren - WR, GB (Bye week: 8) JULY 17: Koren Robinson's season began late because of a league-mandated suspension. The Packers released Robinson, so now he's looking 17 for work. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Robinson had little value anyway. (Chris Bahr/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 21 241 11.5 1 1 5 0 C Robinson, Laurent - WR, ATL (Bye week: 7) AUG. 14: Laurent Robinson's missed week due to a tailbone injury cost him his starting split end job to Michael Jenkins. FANTASY SOURCE 14 SPIN: Robinson should pass Jenkins eventually because he has more talent and vertical ability, but the two will likely start out in a rotation. Robinson is now a less attractive sleeper pick. We still wouldn't touch Jenkins. Both players' upside is limited by a rookie (Matt Ryan) likely starting at QB in Week 1.Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 37 437 11.8 1 0 0 0 Robinson, Michael - RB, SF (Bye week: 9) AUG. 29: 49ers RB Michael Robinson (knee) has been cleared for game action. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Robinson, who's evolved into a 29 spectacular special teams player, will be San Francisco's third tailback behind Frank Gore and DeShaun Foster in 2008. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 26 121 4.7 0 11 73 0 + Robinson, Ryne - WR, CAR (Bye week: 9) AUG. 28: Panthers PR Ryne Robinson (knee) is not expected to be ready for Week 1. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Robinson sprained his MCL 28 and PCL at the beginning of August. This could solidify Samie Parker's roster spot, although neither is an asset on offense.Source: Gaston Gazette Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 4 35 8.8 0 0 0 0 Rodgers, Aaron - QB, GB (Bye week: 8) AUG. 23: Aaron Rodgers completed 18-of-22 passes for 193 yards and a touchdown, and ran for five yards and a score on three carries, in 23 Green Bay's third exhibition. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Rodgers led four scoring drives in his five possessions. This came against Dre' Bly and Champ Bailey, quite possibly the NFL's most overrated cornerback duo. Nonetheless, it was inarguably a strong rebound from Rodgers' dismal second exhibition performance. He's a fine QB2 pick. Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 20 28 218 1 0 106.0 2008 projections: 263 436 3,010 14 8 84.2 Roethlisberger, Ben - QB, PIT (Bye week: 6) AUG. 8: Ben Roethlisberger completed 2-of-2 passes for 38 yards and a TD in one series of work in Pittsburgh's preseason opener. FANTASY 8 SOURCE SPIN: Big Ben battled a sore groin in practice this week, but he's plenty healthy. His touchdown went so Santonio Holmes, who smoked Brian Dawkins down the left sideline to score from 19 yards out. Question: Why in the world was Dawkins, 35, left alone against Holmes? Oh yeah, it's the preseason. Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 264 404 3,154 32 11 104.1 2008 projections: 280 451 3,520 28 14 94.1 Romo, Tony - QB, DAL (Bye week: 10) JULY 27: Jessica Simpson will be in Oxnard, California to watch Cowboys training camp. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Joe Simpson, Jess' dad, 27 was at Sunday afternoon's practice and confirmed that his daughter would arrive "soon." "She's coming to the games this year, so you better get ready," Papa Joe added. "She's a fan from the beginning to the end." As for Tony Romo, Joe said "He better have the year of his life,"Source: Dallas Morning News Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 335 520 4,211 36 19 97.4 2008 projections: 322 504 4,032 32 17 97.4 Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 119 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Rosario, Dante - TE, CAR (Bye week: 9) JAN. 13: Rosario began to emerge as a receiving threat toward the end of his rookie season. He's more elusive than starter Jeff King, but King is 13 a more dependable blocker and likely will hold onto the starting job. (Pat Yasinskas for SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Rosario will need to improve his blocking and TD-catching ability before becoming a fantasy TE. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 6 108 18.0 2 0 0 0 Rosenfels, Sage - QB, HOU (Bye week: 8) JULY 14: The Sage has slowly become wise with his NFL experience, and it showed in his surprisingly good numbers through nine games of 14 significant action. Will that be enough for him to open a competition with Matt Schaub? FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: If Rosenfels stays a Texan, he can't help your team unless Schaub goes on the shelf again. (Vinnie Iyer/SN) Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 154 240 1,684 15 12 84.8 Ross, Cory - RB, BAL (Bye week: 10) MARCH 20: Ravens re-signed RB Cory Ross, an exclusive rights free agent. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Ross can catch punts, but at 5'6/201, 20 isn't a factor in the backfield. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 12 72 6.0 1 0 0 0 Royal, Robert - TE, BUF (Bye week: 6) AUG. 15: Robert Royal had two receptions for 20 yards and two touchdowns in Thursday night's game. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It may 15 have been good enough to win back the starting job at tight end. Keep in mind, however, that Derek Schouman figures to eat into Royal's already tenuous fantasy value. Look elsewhere on draft day for your backup tight end.Source: Buffalo News Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 25 248 9.9 3 0 0 0 2008 projections: 25 248 9.9 3 -0 3 Russell, Gary - RB, PIT (Bye week: 6) AUG. 4: Of RB Gary Russell's short-yardage/goal-line ability, Steelers coach Mike Tomlin says "that's one of his distinguishing characteristics." 4 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "He doesn't overanalyze, man," Tomlin said. "He gets his pads down and he finishes downhill. He has value in that regard." Russell has to make the team first, but this could be his role if he does. He is a bruiser and scored a ton of touchdowns as Laurence Maroney's backfield complement in college.Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 7 21 3.0 0 0 0 0 Russell, JaMarcus - QB, OAK (Bye week: 5) AUG. 15: JaMarcus Russell completed 10-of-17 passes for 75 yards and a touchdown in the Raiders' second preseason game Friday night. 15 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Russell tried three passes longer than five yards downfield: a 22-yard hookup with Zach Miller, Miller's sensational 10-yard TD grab and an incompletion to Javon Walker. It seems sensible to "ease him in," but if the Raiders aren't going to capitalize on Russell's strengths they should've used their No. 1 pick on someone else last year. It's the preseason. You're allowed to take shots. Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 36 66 373 2 4 55.9 2008 projections: 189 337 2,260 12 14 71.3 Ryan, Sean - TE, MIA (Bye week: 4) FEB. 29: Dolphins signed TE Sean Ryan, formerly of the Jets. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Mostly a blocker and No. 2 tight end type, Ryan is a 29 Bill Parcells guy. He'll be behind David Martin and Justin Peelle, assuming they make the team. The 'Fins will probably look for another downfield threat at the position. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 3 46 15.3 0 0 0 0 Sapp, Cecil - RB, DEN (Bye week: 8) MARCH 20: Broncos agreed to terms with FB Cecil Sapp. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Chiefs and Dolphins showed interest in Sapp, but it 20 was mild. The Colorado native entered 2007 as a deep fantasy sleeper, but wound up with only 18 carries and 14 receptions. We wouldn't expect much more this year. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 18 59 3.3 2 14 51 1 Scaife, Bo - TE, TEN (Bye week: 6) JUNE 26: Expected to break out last season because of a good rapport with QB Vince Young, Scaife disappointed. This year, he figures to lose 26 playing time to newly acquired Alge Crumpler. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Scaife has become a fantasy afterthought. (Matt Lutovsky/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 46 421 9.2 1 0 0 0 2008 projections: 21 200 9.5 1 -0 1 H Schaub, Matt - QB, HOU (Bye week: 8) AUG. 22: Matt Schaub completed 15-of-27 passes for 166 yards and a touchdown at Dallas in the Texans' third preseason game Friday night. 22 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: His accuracy was off early and he should've had a first-quarter throw picked by Ken Hamlin, but Schaub regrouped to lead an impressive 11-play touchdown drive in the second quarter. He capped it with an 11-yard score to Kevin Walter, who badly beat Bradie James in coverage. Schaub is 33-of-48 (69%) for 382 yards and three touchdowns through three preseason games. Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 192 289 2,241 9 9 87.2 2008 projections: 222 351 2,705 13 10 87.4 This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 120 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Scheffler, Tony - TE, DEN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 29: Tony Scheffler has continued to play behind Nate Jackson during the Broncos' preseason. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Scheffler is 29 listed behind Jackson on Denver's official depth chart. We can't imagine it staying that way by Week 1, as Scheffler should be the team's most dynamic receiving threat with Brandon Marshall out. Still, keep an eye on the situation. The Broncos could use a rotation to start the year.Source: Denver Post Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 49 549 11.2 5 0 0 0 2008 projections: 57 644 11.3 5 -0 5 Schobel, Matt - TE, PHI (Bye week: 7) MARCH 27: Kris Wilson is expected to replace Matt Schobel as the Eagles' No. 3 tight end. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Schobel hasn't done 27 much since signing from Cincinnati in 2006. The Birds might bring him to training camp, but he's likely to be cut at some point. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 11 108 9.8 1 0 0 0 + Schouman, Derek - TE, BUF (Bye week: 6) AUG. 27: Bills TE Derek Schouman will be out at least two more weeks with his knee injury. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: With rookie Derek 27 Fine also going down with a thumb injury, the Bills will roll with Robert Royal backed up by Courtney Anderson or Tim Massaquoi.Source: Buffalo News Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 3 19 6.3 0 0 0 0 Scobee, Josh - K, JAC (Bye week: 7) JUNE 28: Scobee missed half of last season with a quad injury, but he was money when healthy. What's more, the Jacksonville offense showed 28 some life, finishing sixth in the league in scoring. With his leg healthy and the Jaguars' offense rolling, Scobee should rack up fantasy points this season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Scobee could be a steal in fantasy drafts. (Brad Pinkerton/SN) FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 12 13 92.3 26 27 62 2008 projections: 28 31 90.3 42 42 126 Scobey, Josh - RB, SEA (Bye week: 4) JAN. 12: Seahawks special teamer Josh Scobey broke his fibula Saturday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Scobey will be a free agent this 12 offseason and is unlikely to draw much interest coming off a serious injury. Shiancoe, Visanthe - TE, MIN (Bye week: 8) JUNE 21: Shiancoe performed adequately in his first season as a starter, but the Vikings will look to him for more production this year. He was 21 thrown to only 43 times last season. (Matt Lutovsky/SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Don't bother learning to pronounce his name for draft day. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 27 323 12.0 1 0 0 0 2008 projections: 29 339 11.7 1 -0 1 Shipp, Marcel - RB, HOU (Bye week: 8) AUG. 29: Texans released Marcel Shipp. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Shipp could bounce around the league during another offseason, but his 29 time as meaningful role player looks up. If this is it, the pride of UMass will finish with 2,197 rushing yards in six seasons. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 15 41 2.7 1 4 25 0 + Shockey, Jeremy - TE, NO (Bye week: 9) AUG. 29: Coach Sean Payton is confident that Jeremy Shockey (leg) will be "100 percent" by the Saints' regular season opener. FANTASY 29 SOURCE SPIN: Shockey didn't play a preseason down, but that was only as a precaution. "I think by Monday he's going to be 100%," Payton said, "and I feel like we're getting enough work from him during the work week with the quarterback." Shockey will likely pose matchup problems for the Buccaneers in Week 1. Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 57 619 10.9 3 1 6 0 2008 projections: 70 805 11.5 7 -0 -Smith, Alex - QB, SF (Bye week: 9) AUG. 30: Alex Smith completed 12-of-17 passes for 146 yards, a touchdown, and two interceptions in the 49ers' preseason finale. FANTASY 30 SOURCE SPIN: J.T. O'Sullivan rested and Smith started, playing into the third quarter. He should've had three picks, but the would-be third bounced off Cletis Gordon's chest. Smith may be at risk of losing his backup job to Shaun Hill. Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 94 193 914 2 4 57.2 Smith, Alex - TE, TB (Bye week: 10) AUG. 4: Returning starter Alex Smith was still listed as Tampa Bay's starting tight end on the preliminary camp depth chart. FANTASY 4 SOURCE SPIN: Blocking ace John Gilmore is second, with Ben Troupe and Jerramy Stevens third and fourth. The Bucs are likely to use a rotation at this position this season. Smith, Troupe, and Stevens may end up canceling each other out.Source: Tampa Tribune Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 32 385 12.0 3 0 0 0 2008 projections: 34 320 9.4 3 -0 3 Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 121 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Smith, Brad - WR, NYJ (Bye week: 5) AUG. 20: Brad Smith has evened the race with Chansi Stuckey to be the Jets' third receiver, according to Newsday. FANTASY SOURCE 20 SPIN: Stuckey has the upside, but Smith knows the offense better and has practiced well. Stuckey has three catches for 44 yards through two exhibitions. Smith hasn't caught a ball yet, while rookie Marcus Henry has four grabs for 42.Source: Newsday Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 32 325 10.2 2 12 45 0 Smith, Kolby - RB, KC (Bye week: 6) AUG. 17: Kolby Smith rushed four times for 37 yards in Kansas City's second preseason game. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: With Jamaal 17 Charles hurt, Smith split backup duties with Jackie Battle. Smith has seemingly lost some ground in camp, so this effort should remind coaches how well he played late last year. Battle rushed for eight yards on three carries. L.J. Still doesn't have a clear handcuff. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 112 407 3.6 2 22 148 0 2008 projections: 74 294 4.0 1 16 131 0 Smith, L.J. - TE, PHI (Bye week: 7) AUG. 3: L.J. Smith (calf) has resumed practicing with the Eagles. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "It was good to get him back," coach Andy Reid 3 said. "He's had a calf strain and it looks like it's healed up. He had an MRI and the MRI showed that it looked like it was healed up and ready to go. He came out and did a nice job." Source: Philadelphia Inquirer & Daily News Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 22 236 10.7 1 0 0 0 2008 projections: 43 486 11.3 4 -0 4 Smith, Musa - RB, NYJ (Bye week: 5) AUG. 26: Jets released RB Musa Smith, RB Rodney Kinlaw, S Ron Girault and RT Thaddeus Coleman prior to Tuesday's roster deadline. 26 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Smith and Kinlaw lost out on the No. 3 RB job to Jesse Chatman. Girault was doomed when David Barrett moved to safety.Source: Newark Star-Ledger Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 75 264 3.5 2 27 192 0 Smith, Steve - WR, CAR (Bye week: 9) AUG. 16: Steve Smith (concussion) returned to practice Saturday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Smith was held out of Thursday's preseason 16 game against the Eagles because of lingering post-concussion symptoms, but he should run a few routes in next week's contest. He'll, of course, have two extra weeks to get game-ready because of the suspension he was given for fighting with teammate Ken Lucas. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 87 1,002 11.5 7 9 66 0 2008 projections: 70 1,025 14.6 6 -68 1 Smith, Steve - WR, NYG (Bye week: 4) AUG. 20: Giants WR Steve Smith (groin, hamstring) returned to practice Wednesday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Smith's injuries lingered for 20 almost a month, but he knows the offense well enough and will play a major role this season with Jeremy Shockey gone.Source: Newark Star-Ledger Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 8 63 7.9 0 0 0 0 2008 projections: 53 645 12.2 5 -0 0 + Smith, Troy - QB, BAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 29: Ravens QB Troy Smith had to be hospitalized Thursday after his tonsil infection took another negative turn. FANTASY SOURCE 29 SPIN: Smith is expected to be released from the hospital in a couple of days. He has lost 13 pounds in the last week. Meanwhile Joe Flacco led the first team offense to 115 total yards and one scoring drive in just over a quarter Thursday night. The Ravens won't know until at least early next week who their starting quarterback will be.Source: Carroll County Times Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 40 76 452 2 0 79.5 Smolko, Isaac - TE, JAC (Bye week: 7) AUG. 4: Scout.com reports that Isaach Smolko has re-signed with the Jaguars. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: If Smolko lasts, he'll contribute on 4 special teams.Source: scout.com Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 1 5 5.0 0 0 0 0 + Sorgi, Jim - QB, IND (Bye week: 4) AUG. 28: Jim Sorgi (knee) will not be available for the Colts' exhibition finale. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It'll be the Quinn Gray-Jared 28 Lorenzen show on Thursday. "He's doing better," coach Tony Dungy said of Sorgi, who has a gimpy knee. "He appears to be healing. The swelling's going down." Sorgi's status is unclear for Week 1.Source: colts.com Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 18 36 132 1 0 68.3 For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 122 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Spaeth, Matt - TE, PIT (Bye week: 6) FEB. 16: Ben Roethlisberger recently requested the Steelers add some tall receivers this offseason, but he must have been forgetting about 6-5 16 tight end Heath Miller and 6-7 tight end Spaeth. Spaeth got off to a fast start last season, getting three touchdowns on his first four receptions because he was able to get open in the red zone. He eventually tailed off, partly because of injuries, but he proved he can be a big target for the quarterback. (Gerry Dulac for SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Miller is still the No. 1 tight end in Pittsburgh, but Spaeth has the ability to poach touchdowns in the red zone. He's not worth drafting, but he's someone to keep an eye on as a potential bye-week fill-in. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 5 34 6.8 3 0 0 0 Sproles, Darren - RB, SD (Bye week: 9) AUG. 25: Darren Sproles started San Diego's third preseason game for LaDainian Tomlinson and ran for 102 yards and a TD on 13 rushes. 25 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Sproles may have the inside track to be LT's backup. Jacob Hester scored Monday, but was stuffed badly two other times near the goal line and gained only 21 yards on nine totes. It would be a committee if Tomlinson went down. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 37 164 4.4 2 10 31 0 2008 projections: 61 267 4.4 2 18 75 0 Stallworth, Donte' - WR, CLE (Bye week: 5) JULY 31: Donte' Stallworth (hamstring) has resumed practicing at full speed. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Stallworth had been limited to 31 individual drills for about a week. We like the speedy ex-Patriot as a WR4 in non-PPR leagues, but he's never a good bet to play 16 games. There's a reason we call him the Human Hamstring Pull.Source: Akron Beacon-Journal Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 46 697 15.2 3 1 12 0 2008 projections: 50 711 14.2 4 -0 1 + Stanback, Isaiah - WR, DAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 30: Cowboys WR Isaiah Stanback (shoulder) could be available for the season opener. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Stanback is putting 30 off surgery on his separated left shoulder, and he could try to wear a harness and suit up Week 1. Fellow injured receiver Miles Austin is expected to be sidelined for at least the first two games.Source: Fort Worth Star-Telegram Stanley, Derek - WR, STL (Bye week: 5) MAY 2: Wide receiver Derek Stanley rejoined the Wisconsin-Whitewater track team without informing Rams head coach Scott Linehan. 2 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Not a smart move. Linehan permitted Stanley to return to school to get his degree, but not to run track. "I'll sit down and visit with him," Linehan said. "That's something that probably won't be happening many times again." Source: St Louis Post-Dispatch Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 0 0 0.0 0 1 5 0 Stecker, Aaron - RB, NO (Bye week: 9) JULY 29: Aaron Stecker has been a decent fit as a backup in the Saints' offense the past three years, and his ability as a receiver adds to his 29 intrigue if Deuce McAllister and Reggie Bush get hurt. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Possible in-season pickup. (Roger Kuznia/SN) Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 115 448 3.9 5 36 211 0 C Stevens, Jerramy - TE, TB (Bye week: 10) JUNE 4: The NFL suspended TE Jerramy Stevens two games without pay and fined him for a third for violating the league's substance abuse 4 policy. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The NFL also left open the prospect of Stevens being suspended for Week 3 "if he has any further violations of either the Substance Abuse or Personal Conduct policies...and face additional discipline for the new violation."Source: St. Petersburg Times Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 18 189 10.5 4 0 0 0 C Stokley, Brandon - WR, DEN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 7: Brandon Stokley hasn't practiced as an outside receiver at all during Broncos training camp. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Stokley is 7 playing only as an inside slot receiver. It's his preferred position, but basically rules Stokley out of the starting competition opposite Brandon Marshall. The Broncos don't want Stokley playing as many snaps as he did last year. Naturally, his statistics will likely also be down.Source: Rocky Mountain News Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 40 635 15.9 5 1 -6 0 H Stovall, Maurice - WR, TB (Bye week: 10) AUG. 24: Maurice Stovall caught four passes for 38 yards while playing as a starter Saturday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: With Joey Galloway 24 and Antonio Bryant out, Stovall stepped up and played well. The Bucs' starter opposite Galloway remains a mystery, but Stovall is in the mix. Michael Clayton caught two passes for 22 yards and a score. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 10 86 8.6 1 0 0 0 Stover, Matt - K, BAL (Bye week: 10) JULY 3: Stover has had at least 30 field-goal opportunities in each of the past three seasons, and he has converted 89 percent of his attempts in 3 that span. Unfortunately, there aren't enough PATs or kicks from 40-plus yards to make Stover a fantasy stud. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: A safe option during bye weeks, but not an every-week starter. FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 27 32 84.4 26 26 107 2008 projections: 27 32 84.4 28 28 109 Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 123 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Suisham, Shaun - K, WAS (Bye week: 10) JULY 3: After bouncing around the league in '06, Suisham came out of nowhere to be an accurate scoring weapon for the Redskins last season. 3 The Redskins' offense is showing signs of life, but it still has trouble punching the ball into the end zone. That's where Suisham proves his worth. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: A fantasy unknown before last season, Suisham is now a projected top-10 kicker. Gotta love this position. (Brad Pinkerton/SN) FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 29 35 82.9 29 30 116 2008 projections: 29 35 82.9 32 32 119 + Sypniewski, Quinn - TE, BAL (Bye week: 10) JULY 18: Ravens placed TE Quinn Sypniewski on injured reserve with a torn ACL, ending his season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 18 Sypniewski's ACL was ripped off the bone during minicamps, which to us non-doctors sounds pretty severe. He's no lock to be ready for 2009 OTAs. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 34 246 7.2 1 0 0 0 Tapeh, Thomas - RB, MIN (Bye week: 8) FEB. 29: Vikings signed FB Thomas Tapeh, formerly of the Eagles, to a five-year, $6 million contract. The deal includes $1 million guaranteed. 29 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Tapeh isn't exceptional in any area, but can carry the football in a punch and knows Brad Childress' offense. Tony Richardson is done in Minneapolis. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 5 18 3.6 0 8 50 0 Taylor, Chester - RB, MIN (Bye week: 8) JULY 24: Vikings coach Brad Childress says Chester Taylor "knows there are going to be plenty of carries in there for him" this season. 24 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "We want to keep fresh legs out there," Childress said. "It's no sin to tap yourself on the head if you need a blow; I don't see much falling off between (Taylor and Adrian Peterson). They are both proven." We project a slight drop in carries for Chester, but he's a rock solid RB3 in PPR leagues. Source: Minneapolis Star-Tribune Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 157 844 5.4 7 29 281 0 2008 projections: 112 568 5.1 3 33 308 1 Taylor, Courtney - WR, SEA (Bye week: 4) AUG. 25: Courtney Taylor started at flanker again and caught three passes for 24 yards in Seattle's third preseason game Monday night. 25 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He showed why the coaches love his physicality, laying out a defender to spring Nate Burleson's 68-yard score. Taylor will be a starter to begin the season and is a threat to equal or best Burleson's number of targets. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 5 38 7.6 0 0 0 0 Taylor, Fred - RB, JAC (Bye week: 7) JUNE 20: Crazy but true: Maurice Jones-Drew actually has increased Taylor's effectiveness the past two seasons. Not having to carry the entire 20 load, Taylor's yards-per-carry average has been phenomenal, and Jacksonville's commitment to the run will continue to give both running backs their share of carries -- and fantasy value. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Taylor still has the "Fragile" nickname, but the only game he missed last year was Week 17 -- when Jack Del Rio rested his starters. (Roger Kuznia/SN) Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 223 1,202 5.4 5 9 58 0 2008 projections: 219 1,095 5.0 7 14 110 1 Thigpen, Tyler - QB, KC (Bye week: 6) AUG. 18: Tyler Thigpen is not in danger of losing his job as the Chiefs' No. 2 QB. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "We're going with these guys," 18 coach Herm Edwards said. Damon Huard didn't even play in Kansas City's second preseason game and is in danger of being cut if the Chiefs go with two QBs. Through two exhibitions, Thigpen is 24-of-43 for 287 yards and two TDs. Brodie Croyle is 13-of-23 for 120 yards and no TDs.Source: Kansas City Star Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 2 6 41 0 1 18.8 Thomas, Anthony - RB, BUF (Bye week: 6) JULY 29: A torn calf muscle prematurely ended Anthony Thomas' season last year. Now he's looking for somewhere to wash ashore. 29 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Days of fantasy relevance are long gone. (Roger Kuznia/SN) Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 36 89 2.5 0 15 95 1 Thomas, David - TE, NE (Bye week: 4) MAY 28: Patriots TE David Thomas (foot) is practicing without restrictions during Organized Team Activities. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 28 Thomas has had all kinds of injury woes since breaking his foot two Aprils ago. If he can stay healthy, Thomas could be a threat to Benjamin Watson's looks in passing situations. Thomas is currently second on the depth chart.Source: Boston Globe Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 1 9 9.0 0 0 0 0 This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 124 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Thomas, Pierre - RB, NO (Bye week: 9) AUG. 23: Pierre Thomas rushed for 46 yards on five carries and added four receptions for 35 yards Saturday against the Bengals. FANTASY 23 SOURCE SPIN: Thomas came on after Reggie Bush left in the first half with an undisclosed injury. Thomas continues to showcase a well-rounded game but he's clearly third in line for carries behind Bush and Deuce McAllister, who finished with nine yards on six attempts. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 52 252 4.8 1 17 151 1 Thompson, Tyson - RB, DAL (Bye week: 10) FEB. 28: The Cowboys didn't tender a contract to RB Tyson Thompson and tendered a one-year, $927,000 contract to G/T Joe Berger. 28 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Thompson is now an unrestricted free agent, while another team would have to give up a sixth-round pick to attain Berger. The Cowboys don't have an experienced running back signed for 2008 at this point, with Marion Barber a restricted free agent. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 14 54 3.9 0 0 0 0 Thorpe, Craphonso - WR, NYG (Bye week: 4) AUG. 26: Giants released WR Craphonso Thorpe. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Thorpe had some flashy plays in the preseason, but it wasn't 26 enough to keep him around past first cuts. He's now been with six teams in the past three years, and might have a hard time finding a seventh. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 12 70 5.8 1 0 0 0 Thrash, James - WR, WAS (Bye week: 10) AUG. 5: James Thrash is "definitely" the Redskins' third receiver at the moment, according to coach Jim Zorn. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 5 Antwaan Randle El is a lock to start opposite Santana Moss with Devin Thomas and Malcolm Kelly out injured. Thrash seems unlikely to keep the job when Thomas returns, but he will likely make the team. Anthony Mix may not.Source: Washington Post Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 9 107 11.9 2 0 0 0 C Toefield, LaBrandon - RB, CAR (Bye week: 9) JULY 30: LaBrandon Toefield's hold on a roster spot in Carolina is tenuous. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He reportedly hasn't stood out to this 30 point, and if Carolina keeps trusty Nick Goings again, Toefield could be a goner. Goings is a more versatile option.Source: Gaston Gazette Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 13 27 2.1 1 1 4 0 Tomlinson, LaDainian - RB, SD (Bye week: 9) AUG. 9: LaDainian Tomlinson will be held out of Saturday's preseason opener with a "strained groin" (wink, wink). FANTASY 9 SOURCE SPIN: Tomlinson is fine of course, but this is the Chargers way of handling the NFL's rule that only injured players are allowed to not dress for preseason games. Antonio Gates (toe), Vincent Jackson (hamstring), and Legedu Naanee (groin) will also miss the game.Source: San Diego Union-Tribune Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 315 1,474 4.7 15 60 475 3 2008 projections: 309 1,505 4.9 16 55 460 3 + Toomer, Amani - WR, NYG (Bye week: 4) AUG. 20: Amani Toomer (knee) rejoined the Giants for practice on Wednesday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Toomer didn't miss enough time 20 to lose ground to any other receivers. The only real threat to his playing time would be Steve Smith, but Smith has been injured too. Toomer remains a low-upside WR5 pick in fantasy drafts.Source: Newark Star-Ledger Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 59 760 12.9 3 0 0 0 2008 projections: 59 795 13.5 4 -0 0 + Troupe, Ben - TE, TB (Bye week: 10) AUG. 13: Bucs TE Ben Troupe is nursing a sore foot after missing time earlier in camp with a concussion. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Troupe 13 has the talent to make an impact if he can pull it all together for a season, but he's having a hard time impressing the Bucs from the sideline. He's facing an uphill battle for any kind of reliable fantasy production in Tampa this season.Source: Tampa Tribune Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 5 47 9.4 0 1 -1 0 Tuman, Jerame - TE, ARI (Bye week: 7) MARCH 3: Cardinals signed TE Jerame Tuman, formerly of the Steelers, to a two-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Tuman has never 3 caught more than 12 passes in a season and has back issues. He'll push Troy Bienemann to be Leonard Pope's blocking backup. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 1 9 9.0 1 0 0 0 Turner, Michael - RB, ATL (Bye week: 7) AUG. 16: Falcons RB Michael Turner rushed for 114 yards on just four carries Saturday against the Colts. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The 16 Colts made DeAngelo Williams look awfully good last week as well, but Turner showed a great burst with runs of 52 and 63 yards. Though he's playing behind a subpar offensive line, Turner makes for an intriguing RB2. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 71 316 4.5 1 4 16 0 2008 projections: 230 989 4.3 4 19 175 1 Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 125 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Tutt, Stacy - RB, NYJ (Bye week: 5) MARCH 2: Jets re-signed exclusive rights free agent FB Stacy Tutt. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He'll make $445,000 if he's on the Week 1 2 roster. Tutt, a quarterback at Richmond during his college days, hasn't touched the football in the NFL yet. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 + Tynes, Lawrence - K, NYG (Bye week: 4) AUG. 23: Despite the lack of structural damage to Lawrence Tynes' knee, he's unlikely to be ready for the Giants season opener. FANTASY 23 SOURCE SPIN: Tynes is likely to miss a "few weeks" after meniscus (cartilage) damage was found. Though Josh Huston is currently subbing, Jay Feely could be getting a call if Tynes is expected to miss several regular season games.Source: Newark Star-Ledger FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 23 27 85.2 40 42 109 2008 projections: 23 27 85.2 41 41 110 Tyree, David - WR, NYG (Bye week: 4) AUG. 26: Giants placed WR David Tyree (knee) on the PUP list. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Knee surgery means that Tyree won't be making 26 any more ridiculous catches until at least Week 7. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 4 35 8.8 0 0 0 0 Urban, Jerheme - WR, ARI (Bye week: 7) JULY 10: With Bryant Johnson out of the picture, Urban will enter the season as the Cardinals' No. 3 wideout (though Early Doucet is in the 10 mix). With Anquan Boldin out in Week 14 last season, Urban led the team with six catches, 123 yards and a score. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Still a project, but he could be worth a look later in the year. (Bill Bender/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 22 329 15.0 2 0 0 0 H Utecht, Ben - TE, CIN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 12: Carson Palmer says the Bengals are putting "some special stuff" for Ben Utecht into their offense and believe Utecht "can have a big 12 year." FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Utecht had a fine preseason debut, scoring Cincy's first TD of the unofficial season and going for 34 yards on four grabs. He will never see more than a nickel back or linebacker in coverage playing between Chad Johnson and T.J. Houshmandzadeh. Utecht is an ideal TE2 pick in fantasy drafts.Source: bengals.com Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 31 364 11.7 1 0 0 0 2008 projections: 48 490 10.2 4 -0 0 Vickers, Lee - TE, PIT (Bye week: 6) AUG. 16: Steelers signed TE Lee Vickers. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Vickers replaces Jonathan Dekker, who tore his ACL during Thursday 16 night's game. He was signed out of college as a defensive end and will work mainly with the practice squad. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 2 4 2.0 0 0 0 0 Vinatieri, Adam - K, IND (Bye week: 4) JUNE 25: You know Vinatieri is going to get a ton of PATs and convert a high percentage of his field-goal attempts. But what's not obvious is 25 that Vinny won't get many field-goal chances in the Colts' highly efficient offense, especially from 40 yards and out. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: His field-goal attempts need to increase, but he's an every-week starter in this offense. (Brad Pinkerton/SN) FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 23 29 79.3 49 51 118 2008 projections: 24 29 82.3 51 51 123 Volek, Billy - QB, SD (Bye week: 9) JULY 10: Volek, a former Titan, burned the Colts again last season in the playoffs, but he still is just the No. 2 to Philip Rivers on the Chargers' 10 depth chart. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Someone to consider only if Rivers can't hold up after knee surgery. (Vinnie Iyer/SN) Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 3 10 6 0 1 0.0 Wade, Bobby - WR, MIN (Bye week: 8) JULY 18: Wade led Minnesota in receptions and receiving yards last season, but that's not saying much. He projects as the team's No. 3 wideout 18 this season, and that's not a valuable role in a weak offense. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Wade shouldn't be on your wish list. (Bill Bender/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 54 647 12.0 3 1 -9 0 Walker, Aaron - TE, BAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 26: Ravens released TE Aaron Walker and WR Darnerien McCants. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Walker may not be at full strength yet 26 after undergoing shoulder surgery in December. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 2 13 6.5 0 0 0 0 Walker, Darius - RB, HOU (Bye week: 8) AUG. 29: Texans released RB Darius Walker, RB Marcel Shipp, S Glenn Earl, WR Mark Simmons, QB Shane Boyd, and DLs Gabe Long and 29 Jesse Nading. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Walker averaged 4.6 YPC last year and Houston figures to keep him on speed dial, assuming he isn't claimed elsewhere. He can be a poor man's Kevin Faulk. The Texans will roll with Ahman Green, Chris Taylor, and Steve Slaton at RB to begin the season. All three are worth late-round fantasy fliers.Source: Houston Chronicle Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 58 264 4.6 1 13 81 0 For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 126 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Walker, Delanie - TE, SF (Bye week: 9) AUG. 26: 49ers offensive coordinator Mike Martz is reportedly considering moving TE Delanie Walker to wide receiver. FANTASY SOURCE 26 SPIN: Walker would presumably be a slot receiver if he was switched. He played wideout in college, so it shouldn't be a hard transition. Keep an eye on him.Source: Santa Rosa Press Democrat Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 21 174 8.3 1 0 0 0 Walker, Javon - WR, OAK (Bye week: 5) AUG. 24: Javon Walker caught four passes for 60 yards in Oakland's third exhibition game. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He was a broken 24 tackle away from a 60-plus yard touchdown Saturday, but Rod Hood brought him down. This is encouraging and should boost Walker's confidence, but consistency will likely be a big issue for him all year. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 26 287 11.0 0 2 -3 0 2008 projections: 58 802 13.8 3 -0 0 Wallace, Seneca - QB, SEA (Bye week: 4) AUG. 15: Seahawks coach Mike Holmgren revealed that his daughter was recently thrown out of a fantasy football league due to "inside 15 information." FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "She captained one of the fantasy teams and then was thrown out of the league," Holmgren said. "But I will say, she was clean. She did not phone me about it. And she was very upset about it. But she knows football, as all my girls do." Rotoworld could use an insider, if Ms. Holmgren is interested.Source: Associated Press Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 19 28 215 2 1 99.6 Walter, Andrew - QB, OAK (Bye week: 5) AUG. 1: Coach Lane Kiffin confirmed that Andrew Walter is the clear leader to be Oakland's No. 2 quarterback this season. FANTASY 1 SOURCE SPIN: Marques Tuiasosopo and Jeff Otis are third and fourth string, respectively. Walter was the No. 4 QB for much of last season because owner Al Davis didn't want to cut him. Walter didn't even expect to be on the team this year.Source: Oakland Tribune Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 5 8 38 0 0 74.0 Walter, Kevin - WR, HOU (Bye week: 8) JULY 24: Walter had a career year for the Texans in '07, with the highlight coming on a 12-catch, 160-yard effort in Week 6 against the Jaguars. 24 He started in 15 games last season, but his production tailed off when Andre Johnson returned from a knee injury. Don't expect Walter to be that good again. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: A very poor man's version of Wes Welker. (Bill Bender/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 65 800 12.3 4 5 30 0 2008 projections: 59 601 10.2 3 -39 0 Ward, Derrick - RB, NYG (Bye week: 4) AUG. 22: Derrick Ward has carried the ball nine times for 37 yards this preseason. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He eased into training camp, 22 but the leg he broke last year clearly isn't a problem. We see Ward as an intriguing deep-league pick, especially as a handcuff for Brandon Jacobs owners. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 125 602 4.8 3 26 179 1 Ward, Hines - WR, PIT (Bye week: 6) JUNE 21: Ward missed a career-high three games last season and is recovering from offseason knee surgery. For the third consecutive season, 21 he failed to reach the 1,000-yard plateau, though he still found the end zone regularly and led Pittsburgh in receptions. QB Ben Roethlisberger made headlines -- and also upset Ward -- when he asked the Steelers to acquire a taller receiver. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He is beginning to fade, but a healthy Ward is a consistent Ward. (Chris Bahr/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 71 732 10.3 7 3 11 0 2008 projections: 72 791 11.0 7 -0 0 Ware, Danny - RB, NYG (Bye week: 4) MARCH 16: The Falcons reportedly asked for RB Danny Ware during talks about a trade that would've sent DeAngelo Hall to the Giants. 16 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Giants reportedly backed out of the deal because they didn't want to give Ware up. A physically gifted runner, Ware nearly made the Jets last summer, but he's struggled to stay healthy. It appears the Giants will keep him on the roster as a fourth-stringer. That would spell the end for Reuben Droughns. Warner, Kurt - QB, ARI (Bye week: 7) AUG. 30: The Arizona Republic expects a decision on the Cardinals' QB situation by "Monday at the latest." FANTASY SOURCE 30 SPIN: Coach Ken Whisenhunt wouldn't name a starter after the exhibition finale, but could pick a QB by as soon as Saturday. Matt Leinart exhibited a strong arm Friday night. We'd put his chances of getting the nod at about 40%.Source: Arizona Republic Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 281 451 3,417 27 17 89.8 Washington, Kelley - WR, NE (Bye week: 4) JULY 28: Kelley Washington languished on special teams last season, but he will have an opportunity to compete with Jabar Gaffney for a 28 starting job in training camp. Washington, however, has been an underachiever throughout his five-year career. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Sleeper if he can break in as a starter. (Bill Bender/SN) Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 127 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Washington, Leon - RB, NYJ (Bye week: 5) AUG. 2: Washington makes most of his noise on special teams, which make him great for formats that use kick/punt returners. Otherwise, 2 Washington doesn't have much to offer. (Roger Kuznia/SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Will fight with Jesse Chatman for No. 2 role. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 71 353 5.0 3 36 213 0 Washington, Nate - WR, PIT (Bye week: 6) AUG. 21: Nate Washington will remain the Steelers' third receiver when the season begins. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Steelers feel 21 rookie Limas Sweed is pressing and aren't ready to hand him a big role. Sweed has two drops in the preseason and has averaged only 6.4 yards per catch. Still, he figures to pass Washington by midseason.Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 29 450 15.5 5 1 0 0 + Watson, Benjamin - TE, NE (Bye week: 4) JULY 24: Ben Watson (ankle) is practicing once per day at Patriots training camp. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He was originally expected to 24 begin on active/PUP, so this is actually a good sign. We still wouldn't draft the inconsistent Watson as more than a TE2.Source: Boston Herald Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 36 389 10.8 6 1 11 0 2008 projections: 42 487 11.6 5 -0 5 Watson, Kenny - RB, CIN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 2: Watson did a fine job assuming additional touches in the wake of Rudi Johnson's hamstring woes, but the Bengals don't view him as a 2 back who can hold up as a starter for an entire season. Even when he's not the primary ball carrier, Watson has value as a third-down receiver. (Roger Kuznia/SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Bengals have a glut of other RBs, but Watson could be a factor if injuries arise again. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 178 763 4.3 7 52 374 0 2008 projections: 90 406 4.5 3 31 230 0 Wayne, Reggie - WR, IND (Bye week: 4) JULY 28: Reggie Wayne led the NFL in receiving yards in '07 and has emerged as Peyton Manning's favorite target. He's reliable, hitting 1,000 28 yards in the last four seasons while playing in every game for the last six seasons. Wayne also had six 100-yard games and hit double-digit TDs for the second time in his career. He doesn't come with the off-field drama of Randy Moss or Terrell Owens. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: You should have no problems going to the well again. Wayne is a safe pick as your No. 1. (Bill Bender/SN) Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 104 1,510 14.5 10 1 4 0 2008 projections: 102 1,480 14.5 11 -0 0 Weaver, Leonard - RB, SEA (Bye week: 4) APRIL 18: Seahawks FB Leonard Weaver, a restricted free agent, is expected to sign a one-year, $1.417 million tender offer today. FANTASY 18 SOURCE SPIN: Predictably, no other teams showed interest in giving up a second-round pick to sign the fullback. Weaver had hoped for a long-term contract and may revisit contract talks at the end of training camp. With Julius Jones and T.J. Duckett in town, his days as a fantasy fill-in are likely over.Source: Tacoma News Tribune Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 33 146 4.4 1 39 313 0 Webb, Jeff - WR, KC (Bye week: 6) JUNE 28: Webb isn't particularly fast, but he runs routes well and is sure-handed, so he was able to build some trust late last season with 28 quarterback Brodie Croyle. Still, the Chiefs are probably better off with Webb as a third or fourth receiver than as a starter. While Webb doesn't have enough skills to be the No. 2 receiver behind Dwayne Bowe, he is solid enough to win some playing time. (Adam Teicher for SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Webb will not be of fantasy consideration this season. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 28 313 11.2 1 1 5 0 + Welker, Wes - WR, NE (Bye week: 4) AUG. 25: Wes Welker was seen in the Patriots locker room on Monday after leaving Friday's exhibition game with a "rib" injury. FANTASY 25 SOURCE SPIN: He wouldn't speak with reporters, which is typical of "injured" Patriots, but this is a positive sign nonetheless. Welker's injury doesn't appear serious.Source: Boston Globe Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 112 1,175 10.5 8 4 34 0 2008 projections: 107 1,099 10.3 8 -11 0 Westbrook, Brian - RB, PHI (Bye week: 7) AUG. 8: Brian Westbrook's new contract with the Eagles doesn't involve an extension, but pays him $13 million in "new money." 8 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He's guaranteed $13 million between 2008 and 2009 and can make $8 million in 2010. Escalators tied to playoff berths and performance are also available. He remains under contract through 2010, which considering his age is the best scenario for Philadelphia. Westbrook will be 32 when the 2011 season kicks off.Source: Philadelphia Inquirer & Daily News Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 278 1,333 4.8 7 90 771 5 2008 projections: 275 1,313 4.8 7 81 745 4 This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 128 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS White, LenDale - RB, TEN (Bye week: 6) AUG. 27: Titans coach Jeff Fisher anticipates a near even split in touches between starter LenDale White and first-round pick Chris Johnson. 27 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "I would assume it would be close to 50-50, maybe 60-40," he said. "We're going to use them both depending on the game plans and it makes sense to take advantage of both of their abilities. I think we'll have a better gauge once we get to the middle part of the season." The Titans could begin the year using White more, but eventually make it an even timeshare with Johnson.Source: Nashville Tennessean Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 303 1,110 3.7 7 20 114 0 2008 projections: 285 1,088 3.8 7 18 163 0 White, Roddy - WR, ATL (Bye week: 7) AUG. 9: Roddy White caught five passes for 47 yards and a touchdown in the Falcons' exhibition opener. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: White 9 had a good rapport with Matt Ryan and made a nice adjustment on their 25-yard touchdown hookup. White has had a great camp and didn't disappoint tonight. He caught everything thrown his way and is clearly playing with an air of confidence. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 83 1,202 14.5 6 1 -2 0 2008 projections: 81 1,165 14.4 5 -0 0 Wilcox, Daniel - TE, BAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 19: Ravens backup TE Daniel Wilcox (toe surgery) has resumed practicing. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He will try to play in the 19 remaining two preseason games and hopes to be football-ready by the season opener.Source: Baltimore Sun Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 6 18 3.0 1 0 0 0 Wilford, Ernest - WR, MIA (Bye week: 4) AUG. 15: The Miami Herald doesn't believe that Dolphins' fourth receiver Ernest Wilford is in danger of being cut. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 15 Wilford isn't even involved in three-receiver sets anymore, but his $6 million signing bonus would be hard to eat. The Herald says Wilford's struggles seem to be a "concentration and focus issue," not a lack of talent.Source: Miami Herald Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 45 518 11.5 3 0 0 0 2008 projections: 48 595 12.4 4 -0 0 Wilkins, Jeff - K, STL (Bye week: 5) FEB. 29: Rams K Jeff Wilkins will retire from football. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: We wouldn't want to play for the Rams either. Wilkins was 29 an All-Pro in 2003, but his year-to-year inconsistency rivaled Bret Saberhagen's. He finishes his 14-year career with 1,416 points, good for 19th all time. FGM FGA FG % XPM XPA Pts. 2007 stats: 24 32 75.0 25 25 97 + Williams, Carnell - RB, TB (Bye week: 10) AUG. 26: Buccaneers placed Carnell Williams on the physically unable to perform list. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: As expected. Williams will 26 be ineligible to return for the first six weeks of the season, and then will practice with the squad for up to three weeks before Tampa must make a decision on whether to activate him or place him on injured reserve.Source: Tampa Tribune Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 54 208 3.9 3 3 17 0 2008 projections: 25 94 3.8 0 5 45 0 Williams, DeAngelo - RB, CAR (Bye week: 9) AUG. 11: Panthers offensive coordinator Jeff Davidson says RB DeAngelo Williams has "become a major player on our offense." FANTASY 11 SOURCE SPIN: It has been widely assumed that a soon-to-be healthy Jonathan Stewart will nudge Williams to a change-of-pace role, but not that's no longer the most likely scenario. Coach Jon Fox's loyalty to veterans has been well documented, and Williams has shown that he, too, can fit into the power running game. This year's Panthers backfield could be closer to a straight committee attack than initially believed.Source: Rock Hill Herald Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 144 717 5.0 4 23 175 1 2008 projections: 180 740 4.1 3 26 208 1 Williams, Demetrius - WR, BAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 27: The Ravens activated WR Demetrius Williams (Achilles tendon) from the PUP list after passing his physical. FANTASY SOURCE 27 SPIN: Williams, in serious danger of wearing the injury-prone tag, has been sidelined all preseason with a sore left Achilles' tendon. As no better than the No. 3 receiver in a weak Ravens attack, Williams has lost most of his sleeper sheen for the season.Source: Carroll County Times Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 20 290 14.5 0 0 0 0 + Williams, Harry - WR, HOU (Bye week: 8) AUG. 25: Doctors have informed Texans WR Harry Williams Jr. that his career is over. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Williams suffered a small 25 fracture in his spine during Houston's third preseason game and had surgery. He never caught a pass in the league.Source: Houston Chronicle Williams, Mike - WR, TEN (Bye week: 6) JULY 31: The Titans released WR Mike Williams. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: There were some positive reports about Williams in 31 minicamps, but he was still overweight and didn't make any noise in July. He has to be nearly out of chances, barring a miraculous change in attitude. Our recommendation for Williams' future? See if he can get those two years of eligibility at USC back.Source: Nashville Tennessean Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 7 90 12.9 0 0 0 0 Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 129 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS Williams, Reggie - WR, JAC (Bye week: 7) AUG. 24: Reggie Williams made his 2008 preseason debut Saturday, hauling in a pass for seven yards. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He got the 24 start opposite Matt Jones (it'd normally be Jerry Porter). Williams is safe to draft in fantasy leagues, but will likely be a rotating starter with Mike Walker and Troy Williamson threatening his snaps. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 38 629 16.6 10 1 8 0 2008 projections: 61 843 13.8 7 -0 0 Williams, Ricky - RB, MIA (Bye week: 4) AUG. 28: Ricky Williams will start the Dolphins' preseason finale. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Williams will likely come out quickly because 28 the coaching staff wants to get a long look at Ronnie Brown. There's next to no doubt that Ricky will take the field first on opening day, but a big effort from Ronnie could make the Dolphins consider a rotation by series against the Jets in Week 1.Source: Miami Herald Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 6 15 2.5 0 0 0 0 2008 projections: 185 696 3.8 5 29 233 2 Williams, Roy - WR, DET (Bye week: 4) AUG. 21: Roy Williams has changed his nickname for Calvin Johnson from Megatron to "Bolt," after Olympic sprinter Usain Bolt. FANTASY 21 SOURCE SPIN: Bolt is a Jamaican who took gold in the 100- and 200-meters, earning the title of World's Fastest Human. "I know I can't run with that guy," Willliams said of Calvin. "I'm fast, but he's...he's the Randy Moss of the 2000 era. He's a Bolt. He's 6-5 and he's a 9.69 guy," referring to Bolt's time in the 100. Source: MLive.com Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 63 836 13.3 5 2 1 0 2008 projections: 77 1,045 13.6 8 -0 0 Williams, Roydell - WR, TEN (Bye week: 6) AUG. 23: Titans WR Roydell Williams (ankle) made his preseason debut Friday night against the Falcons. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 23 Williams played just six plays in the first half and appeared to be slow getting out of his break on a pass that was nearly intercepted. He has a lot of catching up to do if he's going to work his way back into the mix.Source: Nashville City Paper Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 55 719 13.1 4 2 -17 0 Williamson, Troy - WR, JAC (Bye week: 7) AUG. 28: Jaguars WR Troy Williamson caught four passes for 84 yards and a touchdown Thursday against the Redskins. FANTASY SOURCE 28 SPIN: Williamson needed an impressive performance to stay on the roster, and he got it. He would likely be no better than No. 5 on the depth chart, but he's also a candidate to return kickoffs. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 18 240 13.3 1 2 29 0 Wilson, Cedrick - WR, PIT (Bye week: 6) JULY 30: Free agent WR Cedrick Wilson has taken over as the offensive coordinator at Douglass High School in Memphis. FANTASY 30 SOURCE SPIN: Wilson played quarterback at Douglass as a teen. Wilson hopes to return to the NFL, but must serve a short suspension first. Perhaps he'll sign with a team during the year, though he'd sure be leaving his high school hanging.Source: ABC 24 Memphis Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 18 207 11.5 1 2 37 0 Wilson, Kris - TE, PHI (Bye week: 7) MARCH 26: Eagles signed FB/TE Kris Wilson, formerly of the Chiefs. Pro Football Talk hears that the deal is for three years. FANTASY 26 SOURCE SPIN: What could Dan Klecko have done wrong? Maybe the Eagles will move Wilson back to tight end and push Matt Schobel off the roster. Wilson adds some pass catching ability, but he isn't going to knock anyone around as a blocker. The Birds are unlikely to keep two FBs on the regular season 53. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 24 180 7.5 1 3 7 0 Wilson, Quincy - RB, CIN (Bye week: 8) APRIL 7: Bengals waived RB Quincy Wilson. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Defensive tackle John Thornton is the only remaining West 7 Virginia alum on the Bengals' roster. Wilson toiled on Cincy's practice squad and saw some time on the active roster, but became buried on the depth chart this offseason.Source: Cincinnati Enquirer Winslow, Kellen - TE, CLE (Bye week: 5) AUG. 18: Kellen Winslow caught one pass for 10 yards in Cleveland's second game of the exhibition season Monday night. FANTASY 18 SOURCE SPIN: Winslow didn't play in the preseason opener due to a hamstring injury, but he's 100 percent and safe to draft as a top three TE in fantasy leagues. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 82 1,106 13.5 5 0 0 0 2008 projections: 85 1,058 12.4 5 -0 5 Witten, Jason - TE, DAL (Bye week: 10) AUG. 29: Asked who would fill in at third receiver while Miles Austin and Sam Hurd are out, Cowboys coach Wade Phillips named Jason 29 Witten as the top option. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Naturally; Witten will be Dallas' No. 2 receiver this year. Phillips says Witten will man the slot between Terrell Owens and Patrick Crayton. In Week 1 Dallas faces the Browns, whose slot corner is Terry Cousin. Witten has eight inches and 80 pounds on the 33-year-old, and is probably faster.Source: Dallas Morning News Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 96 1,145 11.9 7 0 0 0 For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 130 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - OFFENSIVE PLAYERS 2008 projections: 86 1,086 12.6 5 -0 5 Wolfe, Garrett - RB, CHI (Bye week: 8) AUG. 7: Garrett Wolfe ran for 64 yards on seven carries and caught a 25-yard TD pass as the Bears lost their preseason opener to the Chiefs 7 24-20. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: If he keeps this up, perhaps Wolfe can earn a role. Realize, though, that it came late against the Chiefs' backups, who would be in Triple-A if the NFL had minor leagues. Still, Wolfe showed explosion and he can turn the corner. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 31 85 2.7 0 9 117 0 + Wrighster, George - TE, JAC (Bye week: 7) AUG. 28: Jaguars placed TE George Wrighster (knee) on the PUP list. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Wrighster hasn't recovered from the ACL 28 he tore last November. Marcedes Lewis will have very little competition for snaps in the first half of the season. He's a sleeper to post high-end TE2, low TE1 production through Week 7. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 17 123 7.2 1 0 0 0 + Wright, Anthony - QB, NYG (Bye week: 4) AUG. 18: Anthony Wright left the Giants' second preseason game with a back injury after completing 4-of-8 passes for 34 yards and a pick. 18 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Wright was knocked out of the game on a sack in the last minute of the second quarter. The extent of his injury is unknown. David Carr entered and went 7-of-14 for 53 yards. Andre Woodson tried one pass. It fell incomplete. Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 1 7 12 0 0 39.6 Wright, Dwayne - RB, BUF (Bye week: 6) AUG. 30: Dwayne Wright is in danger of the not making the Bills after fumbling three times in four preseason games. FANTASY SOURCE 30 SPIN: Buffalo News gives the final roster spot to rookie Xavier Omon while the Rochester Democrat and Chronicle believes Wright will keep the job with Omon going to the practice squad.Source: Buffalo News Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 29 94 3.2 0 3 17 0 Wright, Jason - RB, CLE (Bye week: 5) JUNE 19: When given chances to play because of injuries, Wright has shown little burst, making him one of the worst of the backup running 19 backs available. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: This Wright is all wrong. (Roger Kuznia/SN) Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 60 277 4.6 1 24 233 0 Wright, Wallace - WR, NYJ (Bye week: 5) JAN. 7: Jets WR Wallace Wright is expected to challenge Brad Smith for playing time in 2008. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Wright, primarily a 7 special teamer the last two seasons, made some strides as a pass catcher late in 2007 and hauled in two passes for 47 yards in the season finale. At best, Wright figures to be a fourth receiver in 2008. Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. avg. Rec. TD Rush att. Rush. yds. Rush. TD 2007 stats: 6 87 14.5 0 0 0 0 Wynn, DeShawn - RB, GB (Bye week: 8) AUG. 25: Packers waived DeShawn Wynn. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It wasn't so long ago that Wynn was ahead of Ryan Grant on the depth 25 chart, starting four games last season with four scores. But he could never stay healthy and the team questioned his commitment. It's unclear if Wynn is eligible for injured reserve if he clears waivers. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 50 203 4.1 4 9 73 0 Young, Selvin - RB, DEN (Bye week: 8) AUG. 23: Selvin Young started Friday night's exhibition against Green Bay and ran for 42 yards on six carries. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He 23 was replaced in one short-yardage situation by Andre Hall (9-46, 1-12), but was left in later on a third-and-one play and executed for the first down. Michael Pittman (10-36, 6-25-1) helped himself and saw the most carries, although he ran with clear backups. At this point, the depth chart appears to read 1) Young, 2) Hall, 3) Pittman, 4) Anthony Alridge. Rush. att. Rush. yds. Rush. avg. Rush. TD Rec. Rec. yds. Rec. TD 2007 stats: 140 729 5.2 1 35 231 0 2008 projections: 188 880 4.7 3 32 194 0 C Young, Vince - QB, TEN (Bye week: 6) AUG. 29: Vince Young bruised his thumb in the second quarter of Thursday's game. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He finished a drive after the 29 injury, but he sat out the second half with a bandage on. "He's fine," coach Jeff Fisher said. "He really could have finished." Of more concern was another weak effort from Young. He finished the preseason with zero touchdowns and a 4.7 YPA. He did manage to rip off a 31-yard run Thursday. Comp. Att. Yds. Pass. TD Int. Rat. 2007 stats: 238 382 2,546 9 17 71.1 2008 projections: 232 389 2,673 12 12 77.8 H Players who are hot or have rising fantasy value as determined by Fantasy Source experts. C Players who are cold or have falling fantasy value as determined by Fantasy Source experts. + Players who are injured. Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 131 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Arizona Cardinals (Bye week: 10) JULY 2: Ken Whisenhunt is trying to make the Cardinals' defense a force by running the 3-4, but already there are problems at nose tackle. 2 Gabe Watson fractured his kneecap and will be limited in training camp, and Alan Branch's commitment to fitness has been questioned. Still, a turnaround is happening in the desert. Karlos Dansby leads a playmaking group of linebackers, and strong safety Adrian Wilson (Achilles' tendon) is expected to return to full strength. Antrel Rolle moves from cornerback to free safety, and the team drafted Antonio Rodgers-Cromartie to bolster its pass defense. Steve Breaston also brings some punch to the return game. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: We wouldn't trust them as a full-time starter yet, but the Cardinals should do well in certain matchups. (George Winkler/SN) Atlanta Falcons (Bye week: 8) JULY 13: The Falcons traded DeAngelo Hall to the Raiders and drafted QB Matt Ryan, signaling that yet again they are in full rebuilding mode. 13 John Abraham managed to stay healthy for most of last season and posted double-digit sacks, but beyond him there's not much to get excited about. Jamaal Anderson failed to record a sack in his rookie season and will likely be in a backup role. Rookie Curtis Lofton could join Keith Brooking and stir things up at linebacker. But without Hall, the Falcons' secondary is toast. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: There's nowhere to go but up from here, but it's going to be a while before progress is realized. (George Winkler/SN) Baltimore Ravens (Bye week: 8) JULY 8: The Ravens were a fantasy bust last season, as they finished tied for 19th in sacks and tied for 26th in takeaways. Yes, Ray Lewis and 8 Co. are getting long in the tooth, but Lewis still is a top-notch linebacker. Plus, a lot of Baltimore's problems last year could be traced to injuries in the secondary. The Ravens ranked 20th in pass defense as Chris McAlister and Samari Rolle both missed significant time. The team's pass defense should tighten up with their returns. A return to health by Trevor Pryce would help the pass rush, too. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Don't draft them based on past reputation, but don't stick a fork in them, either. They are a borderline starting unit. (George Winkler/SN) Buffalo Bills (Bye week: 7) JULY 2: You might be surprised to see a Bills defense that ranked 25th against the run and 29th against the pass last season be 17th in our 2 preseason rankings. But there are several reasons why we are optimistic. The addition of tackle Marcus Stroud and the return to health of linebacker Paul Posluszny should solidify the run defense. And with Stroud drawing double-teams, Aaron Schobel should be free to rack up double-digit sacks again. Meanwhile, the secondary boasts Terrence McGee and Donte Whitner and made an intriguing addition with rookie cornerback Leodis McKelvin, who should add to an already strong return game. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: We're still not ready to proclaim the Bills as your saviors. They have value as a bye-week fill-in. (George Winkler/SN) Carolina Panthers (Bye week: 8) JULY 10: The Panthers' once fierce pass rush crumbled with the decline of Kris Jenkins and Mike Rucker. Meanwhile, Julius Peppers, who's the 10 only one still on the team, posted a career-low 2.5 sacks. Carolina did find a gem in middle linebacker Jon Beason and no longer has to rely on concussion-prone Dan Morgan. Also, Chris Harris was a nice find at strong safety to replace Mike Minter, but most of the roster is devoid of big-play options. If Peppers doesn't rebound after a move to right end, it could be another long year for this group. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: If the sacks improve, Carolina could move back to the middle of the pack. Keep tabs on them, but that's all. (George Winkler/SN) Chicago Bears (Bye week: 8) JULY 29: Bears waived QB Nick Hill. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Hill signed with the Bears in April after going undrafted out of Southern 29 Illinois. Caleb Hanie is now the favorite to serve as No. 3 quarterback. Cincinnati Bengals (Bye week: 4) AUG. 6: Bengals waived WR Travis Brown with an injury settlement. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Brown, an undrafted rookie, was buried on 6 the depth chart.Source: Cincinnati Enquirer Cleveland Browns (Bye week: 8) JULY 12: While the Browns' offense made big strides last season, the defense remained stuck in the mud. Cleveland took a calculated risk by 12 trading Leigh Bodden for Shaun Rogers, hoping the enigmatic tackle can help a run defense that finished 27th last season. The Browns also added Corey Williams for run-stuffing purposes. The trouble is the pass defense was not good either (25th), so losing Bodden and replacing him with an inexperienced player could lead to more problems. Kamerion Wimberly needs to regain the double-digit sack potential he had his rookie year, and Willie McGinest must give them one last hurrah before he retires. Meanwhile, Joshua Cribbs is one of the league's best return men. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It's too bad you can't trust the Browns' D. What a waste of Cribbs' talent. (George Winkler/SN) Dallas Cowboys (Bye week: 8) JUNE 23: The Cowboys made progress in their first year under Wade Phillips. Dallas went from 20th in the league in sacks to third as 23 DeMarcus Ware came into his own and Greg Ellis bounced back from injury. Unsatisfied with their pass defense, which ranked 13th last season, the Cowboys gambled on Pacman Jones and drafted cornerback Mike Jenkins. Plus, they added linebacker Zach Thomas to a run defense that already was strong. Look for an increase in big-play touchdowns if Pacman pans out. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Cowboys are the last unit in the elite tier, which means you should grab this unit about midway through the second half of your draft. (George Winkler/SN) Denver Broncos (Bye week: 7) AUG. 7: Undrafted rookie Anthony Alridge is currently the Broncos' No. 3 tailback. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Undrafted free agents (e.g. 7 Selvin Young, Mike Bell) have made an impact in Denver before. Alridge will compete with Andre Hall to be Young's primary backup in the preseason. He's exhibited explosive ability in early practices, but probably couldn't handle a big load at 175 pounds.Source: Denver Post Detroit Lions (Bye week: 4) JULY 20: The Lions defense, which was dead last in the league last year in total yards and points allowed, has been overhauled with at least six 20 new starters -- many of which have prior experience in the Tampa Two defense. The problem for the Lions is that the scheme requires a consistent pass rush and they don't have any linemen who have a proven track record of consistent production. (Tom Kowalski for SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: By no means a starting unit. This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 132 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Green Bay Packers (Bye week: 4) JUNE 25: A.J. Hawk, and they provide blue-collar toughness and a solid run defense. With end Aaron Kampman racking up sacks and Charles 25 Woodson and Al Harris locking down wide receivers -- at least those not named Plaxico Burress -- the Packers give fantasy owners several reasons to be happy. Strong safety Atari Bigby is somewhat wild, but he makes up for his mistakes with big plays and big hits that give opposing receivers something to consider. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: We wonder if the offense minus Brett Favre will cause field-position problems for the defense, but a favorable schedule should cure some of that. Green Bay is starting material. (George Winkler/SN) Houston Texans (Bye week: 6) JULY 22: Texans released FB Jon Abbate. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Abbate has now been signed and released three times by the Texans, 22 who converted him from linebacker to fullback last season. Indianapolis Colts (Bye week: 4) JULY 6: What a difference a healthy Bob Sanders makes. Sanders earned Defensive Player of the Year honors in 2007 after compiling 97 6 tackles, 3.5 sacks and two interceptions. But you can't measure all of what Sanders brings merely by numbers. He is a huge help in run support, and his hard hits intimidate receivers. Indianapolis ranked second in pass defense last year and improved from 32nd to 15th in run defense with Sanders playing in 15 games. The Colts were second in takeaways, but they need to improve in sacks. Dwight Freeney, who is recovering from a Lisfranc fracture, could have a lot to say about that. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: As Sanders goes, so go the Colts. And since he's in his prime, Indy is starter-worthy in fantasy leagues. (George Winkler/SN) Jacksonville Jaguars (Bye week: 5) JULY 7: By adding Derrick Harvey and Quentin Groves in the draft, the Jaguars could be an exciting group. But those guys will need to adjust 7 quickly to the NFL if Jacksonville wants to have a lot of fantasy success. With Marcus Stroud gone to Buffalo, there are concerns about stopping the run, even though John Henderson is still here. The margin for error is smaller. However, Rashean Mathis is a shutdown corner, and a strong linebacker corps will welcome back a healthy Mike Peterson. Maurice Jones-Drew adds explosiveness to the team's return game. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Jacksonville needs to make more big plays to become elite. As it is, the Jags are a borderline starting unit. (George Winkler/SN) Kansas City Chiefs (Bye week: 4) JULY 13: The Chiefs were tied for ninth with 37 sacks last season, but they are likely to take a hit after trading Jared Allen to the Vikings. 13 Without a franchise end like Allen, Kansas City will be counting on Tamba Hali to make strides and Glenn Dorsey to help immediately. The Chiefs' linebacker corps of Demorrio Williams, Donnie Edwards and Derrick Johnson is solid, but the team is going through a transition in the secondary with newcomer Brandon Flowers joining the mix. Another season being among the bottom feeders in takeaways appears in the offing. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: With their biggest playmaker gone, the Chiefs will struggle to earn fantasy relevance. (George Winkler/SN) Miami Dolphins (Bye week: 8) AUG. 12: Dan Carpenter has won Miami's starting kicker job after Jay Feely's impending release. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He's reportedly 12 strong on kickoffs and booted two long field goals in Miami's preseason opener. Bill Parcells has great success with undrafted players from Northwest schools (Adam Vinatieri), but Miami's offense will keep Carpenter's fantasy value down. Minnesota Vikings (Bye week: 9) AUG. 13: Vikings rookie OL Drew Radovich suffered a dislocated left shoulder in Friday's preseason opener. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 13 Radovich is still trying to regain range of motion, but he hopes to be back in two weeks.Source: St. Paul Pioneer Press New England Patriots (Bye week: 4) JUNE 23: The Patriots continue to meet challenges despite an aging core of veterans. Last season, they ranked in the top 10 in run defense, pass 23 defense, takeaways, sacks and defensive touchdowns. This year, there's a big hole to fill at cornerback with Asante Samuel leaving for Philadelphia, but New England's stellar front seven remains intact and has added youth with inside linebacker Jerod Mayo. The key will be Adalius Thomas and the pass rush keeping pressure on opposing quarterbacks -- and off the Pats' revamped secondary. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Surviving with this secondary will be challenging, but the Patriots typically find a way to end up among the elite. (George Winkler/SN) New Orleans Saints (Bye week: 6) JULY 23: The Saints waived QB Travis Lulay, DE Jeremy Geathers, and CB Anwar Phillips. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Phillips, who played 23 opposite Alan Zemaitis at Penn State, spent the last two years on New Orleans' practice squad. Geathers is Jumpy's son.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune New York Giants (Bye week: 4) JULY 6: The Giants have one of the best defensive line rotations in the league. New York led the NFL with 53 sacks last season, becoming just 6 the fourth team in five seasons to record 50-plus sacks. However, Strahan retired, which leaves Osi Umenyiora and Justin Tuck as the primary pass rushers. Beyond their line, there are question marks. The Giants will need to replace linebacker Kawika Mitchell and find more playmakers like Aaron Ross in the secondary. The Giants were tied for 22nd in takeaways last year. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Keep an eye on Strahan's status before locking in the Giants as your starting fantasy defense. (George Winkler/SN) New York Jets (Bye week: 4) JULY 9: The Jets were 29th against the run last season, and their answer to that was signing injury-prone Kris Jenkins to play nose tackle in 9 their 3-4 scheme. Don't expect much, if any, improvement in that area. The strength of this defense lies in the secondary with cornerback Darrelle Revis and safety Kerry Rhodes. The Jets were ninth against the pass. The team also has an up-and-comer in linebacker David Harris. But there weren't enough big plays last year when the Jets were 31st in takeaways, and there doesn't appear to be much help on the horizon. And although Leon Washington is a decent returner, he doesn't do enough to offset the lack of other big plays. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Jets could be used as a spot starter because of a weak schedule, but that's all. (George Winkler/SN) Oakland Raiders (Bye week: 8) JULY 24: The Raiders waived QBs Sam Keller, Jeff Otis and DL Tranell Morant. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Oakland could still pick up a 24 veteran quarterback, but it will go with Andrew Walter and Marques Tuiasosopo as backups for now. Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 133 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Philadelphia Eagles (Bye week: 7) JULY 2: The Eagles' defense made a splash by signing ex-Patriot Asante Samuel to a six-year deal. Samuel adds playmaking ability to a team 2 that finished last in total takeaways, and his strong one-on-one coverage will give Jim Johnson even more freedom to blitz opposing quarterbacks. As a result, the Eagles should improve in sacks. Safety Brian Dawkins still is a good player when healthy and will team with Samuel to improve the pass defense. Defensive end Trent Cole has emerged as a force, and rookie DeSean Jackson could provide big plays in the return game. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Eagles will be a solid play as part of a fantasy platoon. (George Winkler/SN) Pittsburgh Steelers (Bye week: 8) JULY 7: The Steelers have been in the top three in run defense in each of the past four seasons. A lot of the credit goes to nose tackle Casey 7 Hampton, who is the anchor of their 3-4 defense. Pittsburgh overcame the loss of Joey Porter last offseason because James Harrison enjoyed a breakout with 8.5 sacks. James Farrior still is a solid performer who can get after the quarterback, and LaMarr Woodley will add to the pass rush. Provided Troy Polamalu's recovery from knee surgery goes well, the Steelers could move up in the rankings by season's end. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Don't sleep on the Steelers. They are managing well with personnel turnover and are capable of becoming an elite unit. (George Winkler/SN) San Diego Chargers (Bye week: 6) JUNE 23: With Shawne Merriman leading the way in a 3-4 scheme, the Chargers have been in the top five in the NFL in sacks in each of the 23 past three seasons. Last season, they added big plays from the secondary as Antonio Cromartie led the league with 10 interceptions. San Diego produced a league-leading 48 turnovers and has nearly everyone returning this year. About the only question mark is nose tackle Jamal Williams, who had minor knee surgery in the offseason and is the key to San Diego's run defense. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Don't expect a repeat performance in takeaways, but this is by far your safest bet to produce elite numbers. (George Winkler/SN) San Francisco 49ers (Bye week: 6) JULY 12: The 49ers still are having problems making the 3-4 scheme work under Mike Nolan, but there is one positive development to report. 12 Patrick Willis was a standout in his rookie season and looks like a guy the Niners can plug in at inside linebacker for the next 10 years. San Francisco added end Justin Smith in free agency, expects to get outside linebacker Manny Lawson (knee) back and drafted lineman Kentwan Balmer. With Nate Clements, Walt Harris and Michael Lewis in the defensive backfield, there's hope. But the big problems are defending the run and a lack of defensive big-play ability. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Niners too often get pushed around, which leads to long, withering stints on the field. They're worth tracking, but that's all. (George Winkler/SN) Seattle Seahawks (Bye week: 8) JUNE 25: Patrick Kerney had a career year in 2007 with 14.5 sacks, and Marcus Trufant enjoyed a breakout season with seven interceptions. 25 Their performances added to a playmaking group that already included Lofa Tatupu and Julian Peterson. Seattle thrives on rushing the quarterback and sending opposing offensive lines scrambling, especially in Seattle, where the home crowd plays a big factor. Nate Burleson adds to this unit's fantasy value as a return man. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: This unit can be hit-or-miss because of a reliance on big plays, but as long as Kerney (shoulder surgery) is healthy, Seattle is worth picking up before the final rounds. (George Winkler/SN) St. Louis Rams (Bye week: 8) JULY 13: The Rams are chipping away at their defensive line problems. They drafted Chris Long and added him to Adam Carriker (shoulder) 13 and Leonard Little (toe), who are both coming off surgeries but should be ready for the season. If all three play up to their potential, St. Louis might not get pushed around like usual. Plus, if safety Oshiomogho Atogwe can build on last year's eight-interception performance, there might be something here. But the linebackers lack big-play potential and size up the middle, and the defensive backs are burnable. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Rams might get a spot start or two, but you'd have to be pretty desperate to use them. (George Winkler/SN) Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Bye week: 8) JULY 6: Linebacker Derrick Brooks and cornerback Ronde Barber might not be what they used to be, but they still are solid veterans. And 6 when you combine them with younger players with upside such as end Gaines Adams and linebacker Cato June, you have a good mix for a strong fantasy defense. Tampa Bay was tops in the league in pass defense and fumble recoveries last season, and the Bucs finally ended their drought by returning a kick for a touchdown. Games against some weak offenses in the NFC South and NFC North should help keep this unit near the top. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Tampa 2 scheme might not be as fashionable as the 3-4 these days, but this still is a starter-worthy unit you can get cheap. (George Winkler/SN) Tennessee Titans (Bye week: 4) JULY 2: The Titans' defense finished in the top 10 in rushing yards allowed, passing yards allowed, sacks, takeaways and average points 2 allowed per game in 2007. With Albert Haynesworth anchoring the line, the Titans were fifth in run defense. Kyle Vanden Bosch has started all 16 games in each of the past three seasons and has averaged 10.3 sacks in that span. Linebackers Keith Bulluck and David Thornton are dynamic playmakers, and Cortland Finnegan has provided underrated help at corner. The team also invited Jevon Kearse back this season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Titans could be an every-week starter by season's end. For now, they are a strong play in a rotation in fantasy leagues. (George Winkler/SN) Washington Redskins (Bye week: 8) JULY 9: The Redskins had 14 more sacks in 2007 than they did in '06 thanks in large part to Andre Carter's 10.5 sacks. The trouble is that even 9 with their improvement in that area, Washington still was tied for 16th in the league in sacks. The addition of Jason Taylor should help provide Washington with big plays. Plus, there are solid performers, such as London Fletcher and Shawn Springs. The Redskins have been 25th and 32nd in takeaways in the last two seasons and must improve on that aspect of their game. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Redskins have moved closer to starting consideration in fantasy leagues after adding Taylor to the mix. (George Winkler/SN) Abdullah, Hamza - S, DEN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-47, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 29: The Broncos are treating SS Hamza Abdullah as an every-down starter during training camp. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He's been 29 taken off special teams duty and is the frontrunner to start opposite free safety John Lynch. Abdullah can be an IDP sleeper if he keeps the gig.Source: Denver Post For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 134 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE + Abiamiri, Victor - DE, PHI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-3, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 30: Eagles DE Victor Abiamiri (fractured wrist) will not be available for the remainder of training camp. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 30 The team is likely considering placing him on injured reserve. Abiamiri was a candidate to start at left defensive end before his injury. That job will likely now go to Juqua Parker, with Chris Clemons and Bryan Smith rotating in.Source: philadelphiaeagles.com Abraham, John - DE, ATL (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-32, Sacks-10.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 18: Falcons RE John Abraham (ankle) returned to practice Monday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Abraham missed about a week of work. 18 He is coming off a 10-sack campaign, but had only 32 stops. Abraham's tackle count should rise this season because Atlanta's defense will likely be on the field often.Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Adams, Blue - CB, ATL (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-6, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 24: Bengals released CB Blue Adams. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He was our boy. Apparently Marvin Lewis doesn't agree. 24 Adams, Gaines - DE, TB (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-38, Sacks-6.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 5: Adams came to the offseason program looking and acting like a different person. He had lost about 25 pounds and displayed a lot more 5 diligence regarding his off-field and on-field work. Adams attributes the weight loss to a more sensible diet. He's cut out the regular trips to fast-food restaurants and is eating smarter. He's also working harder (and smarter) in the weight room. On the field the team has noticed a meaner approach. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: All are signs that Adams could be in for a breakthrough campaign in 2008. (Roy Cummings for SN) Adams, Mike - S, CLE (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-13, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 14: Mike Adams is currently the Browns' nickel back. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The former starting safety for the 49ers is staving off 14 a challenge from veteran Terry Cousin.Source: Akron Beacon-Journal Adams, Sam - DT, DEN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-9, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 4: Free agent DTs Sam Adams and Grady Jackson both have an interest in returning to football, according to ESPN's Bill Williamson. 4 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Both players are near the end of their careers, but Williamson suggests that the Raiders may have interest. Jackson still has some run-stopping ability, and Oakland's run defense was miserable in 2007.Source: Hashmarks Blog Adeyanju, Victor - DE, STL (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-29, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 11: Rams DE Victor Adeyanju (finger) rejoined practice on Monday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: A run-stopping backup, Adeyanju 11 figures to be St. Louis' third end behind starting RE Chris Long and LE Leonard Little this season.Source: St Louis Post-Dispatch Alama-Francis, Ikaika - DE, DET (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-11, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 31: Ikaika Alama-Francis reportedly showed "significant improvement" this offseason and is expected to play a lot at the 31 Lions' left end spot in 2008. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Alama-Francis, one of the Lions' two second-round picks last year, has more upside than any end on the roster. He should be potent against the run because of his large frame, but whether he can get to the quarterback remains to be seen.Source: MLive.com Alexander, Eric - LB, NE (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-4, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 11: Patriots signed exclusive rights free agent LB Eric Alexander. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Alexander looks the part, but he hasn't 11 evolved into more than a special teams player. He's New England's fifth or sixth option at inside linebacker as it stands, and he could be pushed off the roster by rookie Bo Ruud.Source: Boston Globe Alexander, Gerald - S, DET (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-81, Sacks-2.0, Int.-2, TD-0 AUG. 27: Lions coach Rod Marinelli says he intends to use SS Gerald Alexander on blitzes more often this season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 27 Alexander could play in the box more because Dwight Smith will be back deep and opponents will likely try to run it down Detroit's throat. He's a high upside IDP target and appears to have strong early-season job security.Source: MLive.com Alexander, Lorenzo - DT, WAS (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-4, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 18: Redskins DL Lorenzo Alexander could be moved to guard full time. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Alexander has toggled between 18 offense and defense with some believing he could end up a starting guard down the road as long as he continues to get offensive reps.Source: Washington Post Alford, Jay - DT, NYG (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-1, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JAN. 6: Giants DT Jay Alford sprained his knee in Sunday's game. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Alford, a rookie from Penn State, is not 6 expected to return. The third-round pick has only one tackle in his first year, but it was a sack. Allen, Jared - DE, MIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-65, Sacks-15.5, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 29: Vikings RE Jared Allen practiced at tight end in goal-line formations during Monday's training camp workout. FANTASY SOURCE 29 SPIN: We can't imagine there being a drop off from Visanthe Shiancoe. Allen caught a pair of TDs at tight end for the Chiefs last year. Any opportunities on offense could bolster Allen's fantasy value. He's already the consensus DL1.Source: Minneapolis Star-Tribune Allen, Jason - S, MIA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-53, Sacks-0.0, Int.-3, TD-0 MAY 21: Dolphins FS Jason Allen, who finished last season as the starter, hasn't been running with the first team during early OTAs. 21 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Allen is in a battle to keep his spot against Renaldo Hill (ACL surgery), Chris Crocker, and Keith Davis. Yeremiah Bell is a near lock to start opposite at strong safety and looks very close to 100% recovered from last year's Achilles' tendon injury.Source: Miami Herald Allen, Will - CB, MIA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-59, Sacks-2.0, Int.-1, TD-0 MAY 27: The NFL continues to investigate Will Allen following an incident in which he reportedly pulled a gun on someone on May 16. 27 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Allen and an unnamed man are disputing what Allen calls an "investment" and what the man says was money used to cover gambling debts. Allen could face charges relating to his firearm, and if it turns out he was gambling, the NFL could suspend him.Source: Palm Beach Post Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 135 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Alston, Jon - LB, OAK (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-6, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 28: The Raiders re-signed exclusive rights free agent LB Jon Alston. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Alston is a special teamer and 28 situational player on defense. Anderson, Charlie - LB, MIA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-24, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 22: Dolphins OLB Charlie Anderson returned to practice Thursday for the first time since he injured his hamstring during a preseason 22 game on August 9. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Anderson has lost his starting spot on the depth chart to Matt Roth, but should be able to work his way back. He couldn't say if he'd be ready to play by Saturday's preseason game.Source: Palm Beach Post + Anderson, Jamaal - DE, ATL (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-30, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 14: Falcons DE Jamaal Anderson will have his role adjusted this year after failing to register a sack during his rookie season. FANTASY 14 SOURCE SPIN: Anderson was asked to do more run stuffing last season, but he will begin lining up on the outside edge of the tight end or tackle instead of head up. In obvious pass-rush situations, however, Anderson could be moved to tackle with another edge rusher deployed.Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Anderson, James - LB, CAR (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-12, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 18: The Rock Hill Herald "doesn't like" 2006 third-round pick James Anderson's chances of making the roster in 2008. FANTASY 18 SOURCE SPIN: Anderson was the 88th choice in the '06 draft. He's weaker on special teams than Adam Seward, but if it comes down to money, Anderson could still get the last roster spot. He'd only cost $435,000; Seward would net $927,000.Source: Rock Hill Herald + Anderson, Mark - DE, CHI (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-31, Sacks-5.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 19: Bears DE Mark Anderson underwent surgery Tuesday to repair his injured right thumb. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Coach Lovie 19 Smith called it a minor procedure, but couldn't provide a timetable for Anderson's return. He won't play in Thursday's preseason game against the 49ers.Source: Chicago Sun-Times Anderson, Tim - DT, ATL (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-8, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 10: Falcons re-signed DT Tim Anderson. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Anderson, 27, made eight stops in nine games last year. He's an 10 undersized nose tackle in the 4-3 scheme Atlanta plans to use and should be a backup. Andrews, Willie - CB, NE (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 1: Scout.com's Adam Caplan reports that the Patriots released Willie Andrews. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: This hasn't been confirmed 1 elsewhere just yet, but it was expected after Andrews' latest gun-related arrest. The third-year pro was no lock to make the roster after failing to develop at cornerback. He's a fine returner. Archer, Brandon - LB, IND (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-10, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 8: Colts waived injured LB Brandon Archer. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Linebacker Danny Verdun-Wheeler was claimed off waivers 8 from Washington to take Archer's place.Source: Indianapolis Star Archuleta, Adam - S, OAK (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-56, Sacks-2.0, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 11: The Raiders signed S/LB Adam Archuleta, formerly of the Bears. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Archuleta will try to make the roster 11 as a special teamer and outside linebacker. Greg Wesley is a candidate to be cut to make room.Source: Oakland Tribune + Asomugha, Nnamdi - CB, OAK (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-34, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 13: X-rays on Raiders CB Nnamdi Asomugha's right foot came back negative. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Oakland's franchise player is 13 healthy. Asomugha projects to be targeted a little more often than he was last year with DeAngelo Hall opposite him, but still not enough to produce many tackles. He could grab a few more picks.Source: Oakland Tribune Atkins, Baraka - DE, SEA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-10, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JAN. 2: Seahawks placed DL Baraka Atkins (ankle) on injured reserve, ending his season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Seattle used Atkins 2 primarily at end during his rookie year even though he was widely thought of as a pass rushing interior tackle during the draft process. He finished with 11 tackles and is no lock to make the club in 2008. Atogwe, Oshiomogho - S, STL (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-75, Sacks-0.0, Int.-8, TD-1 AUG. 13: Free safety O.J. Atogwe (hamstring) has resumed practicing for the Rams. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "I'm ready to go full-steam," 13 said the ballhawk. Atogwe has 11 picks, five forced fumbles, 150 tackles, and 22 pass deflections over the past two years.Source: St Louis Post-Dispatch Awasom, Adrian - DE, NYG (Bye week: 4) FEB. 27: Restricted free agent DL Adrian Awasom was not tendered by the Giants. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He sealed his fate by getting 27 arrested for DUI during Super Bowl week. Ayanbadejo, Brendon - LB, BAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-1, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 6: Ravens agreed to terms with LB Brendon Ayanbadejo on a four-year, $4.925 million contract. The deal included a $1.9 million 6 signing bonus. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Ayanbadejo thinks he'll get a shot to play defense in Baltimore, but we'd be very skeptical. He might be the Ravens' sixth linebacker to open the year. Ayodele, Akin - LB, MIA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-55, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 28: Akin Ayodele and Channing Crowder are fully expected to open the season as the Dolphins' starting inside linebackers. FANTASY 28 SOURCE SPIN: Reggie Torbor is the third option. The Dolphins figure to be on defense quite a bit this season, so Crowder and Ayodele should see plenty of tackle opportunities.Source: Palm Beach Post Babineaux, Jonathan - DT, ATL (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-45, Sacks-3.0, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 28: Jonathan Babineaux and Kindal Moorehead are the Falcons' projected starting defensive tackles FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 28 Whoever starts at middle linebacker (Keith Brooking or Curtis Lofton) will have little protection. Babineaux and Moorehead are both gap shooters. Atlanta's MLB situation doesn't appear too promising in IDP leagues.Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 136 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE + Bailey, Boss - LB, DEN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-47, Sacks-3.5, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 19: Boss Bailey (high ankle sprain) hopes to begin running by Thursday or Friday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Bailey has been hitting 19 the Stairmaster and is well ahead of schedule on his rehab. He's still expected to miss all of the preseason, but hopes to kick it in gear for the Broncos' September 8 opener at Oakland.Source: Rocky Mountain News Bailey, Champ - CB, DEN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-79, Sacks-0.0, Int.-3, TD-0 AUG. 20: Champ Bailey (hamstring) has been cleared to play in games. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Bailey will see his first preseason action 20 on Friday. The Broncos' 30-year-old left corner is looking to improve on the three picks he posted in 2007.Source: Rocky Mountain News Ball, Alan - CB, DAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-2, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 4: Cowboys Pro Bowl CB Terence Newman is high on fellow CB Alan Ball, recently signed from the team's practice squad. FANTASY 4 SOURCE SPIN: News of the Cowboys' endless pursuit of Pacman Jones gave Newman the opportunity to endorse Ball: "With (second-year cornerback) Alan Ball, he's coming around. He's going to be a player."Source: Fort Worth Star-Telegram Banta-Cain, Tully - LB, SF (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-41, Sacks-3.5, Int.-0, TD-1 JULY 25: 49ers OLB Tully Banta-Cain is currently running as a second-stringer. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Banta-Cain could be third string 25 by the end of training camp if Parys Haralson passes him. As a starter in 2007, Banta-Cain was a major disappointment. He was much more effective as a third-down blitzing role player in New England.Source: San Francisco Chronicle Barber, Ronde - CB, TB (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-57, Sacks-1.0, Int.-2, TD-2 JUNE 17: His 2007 numbers did not befit a defensive back even worth drafting in most IDP leagues, but it doesn't take much study to realize 17 they were an aberration compared with other recent seasons. Bet on the track record. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Barber has at least one more useful season in him. (Matt Schauf for SN) Barber, Shawn - LB, HOU (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-2, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 19: Texans released LB Shawn Barber. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Houston guaranteed Barber $2.2 million last offseason, and he made 19 no impact. Zach Diles will take over the fourth linebacker role he signed to fill. Barnes, Antwan - LB, BAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-4, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 12: With Terrell Suggs out of minicamps due to a contract dispute, Ravens second-year LB Antwan Barnes has filled in as a rush 12 linebacker. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Barnes won't push Suggs, but might make a run at SLB Jarret Johnson with a big summer. He is highly explosive, and after adding 15 lbs this offseason, is up to 6'1/255. Barnes even saw action at safety during minicamps.Source: Carroll County Times Barnett, Nick - LB, GB (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-131, Sacks-3.5, Int.-2, TD-0 AUG. 19: Packers MLB Nick Barnett will not be suspended for his role in a nightclub incident last year. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The 19 NFL's one-game suspension was dropped upon Barnett's successful appeal. He still faces a stiff one-week prorated fine for the incident, but at least he won't miss game time.Source: Green Bay Press-Gazette Barrett, David - CB, NYJ (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-63, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 29: Jets DB David Barrett has been seeing time at safety and is in danger of being cut Saturday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Rookie 29 Dwight Lowery's emergence as a probable starter at cornerback means that either Barrett or Hank Poteat will likely be cut. Barrett carries a salary at close to $3 million, so the writing could be on the wall. Bartell, Ron - CB, STL (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-65, Sacks-1.0, Int.-2, TD-0 MARCH 26: Rams CB Ronald Bartell (thumb surgery) is expected to be cleared for organized team activities by May. FANTASY SOURCE 26 SPIN: Bartell played through the last 10 games of 2007 with a banged-up right thumb that was repaired during surgery in early January. "They took a tendon from my wrist and put it in my thumb," said Bartell. Beason, Jon - LB, CAR (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-137, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 JUNE 17: Beason has all the qualities scouts seek in a linebacker: tremendous athleticism, great instincts, high-level intensity. This rookie had 17 six double-digit tackle games in the final two months, and his worst game in that stretch was a seven-tackle effort. Expect him to hold down Carolina's middle linebacker job for years to come. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Beason is developing into a fantasy beast. (Rob Hurtt for SN) Beisel, Monty - LB, ARI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-27, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 15: Cardinals ILB Monty Beisel returned to practice Thursday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Beisel underwent back surgery in early July. 15 He appears to be a longshot to make the team now that the Cardinals have signed Brandon Moore.Source: East Valley Tribune Bell, Kendrell - LB, KC (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-5, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 27: Chiefs released OLB Kendrell Bell. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: One of the worst signings of the Carl Peterson era, which is saying a 27 lot. Bell, 29, had three sacks in three years after signing a rich seven-year deal in 2005. The move will save the Chiefs $1.5 million in cap room for this season. Bell still figures to find work in a 3-4 system, but he's close to being out of the league. Bell, Yeremiah - S, MIA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-5, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 24: Dolphins SS Yeremiah Bell (Achilles') reportedly "looked outstanding" in the spring and is currently practicing without restrictions. 24 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It's hard to bet on players coming off Achilles' tendon surgery, but Bell is roughly 10 months removed from the procedure. Behind a suspect front seven, he could be a rare defensive back who posts 100 tackles with a full 16-game slate.Source: Palm Beach Post Bennett, Fred - CB, HOU (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-55, Sacks-0.0, Int.-3, TD-0 AUG. 1: ESPN's "Football Scientist" K.C. Joyner says Texans CB Fred Bennett was the most effective cornerback in the league last year. 1 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Joyner breaks down tapes of every NFL game, and he takes into account yardage on medium, deep and long passes. Bennett didn't become a starter until Week 9, but he allowed just 4.7 yards per attempt on the season.Source: Houston Chronicle Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 137 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Bentley, Kevin - LB, HOU (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-17, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 2: Texans signed LB Kevin Bentley to a three-year, $4 million contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Houston's addition of Ray 2 Rhodes to the staff undoubtedly helped reel him in. The special teams standout becomes the No. 1 candidate to replace Danny Clark on the strong side. Clark could also return for cheap to compete. Bernard, Rocky - DT, SEA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-35, Sacks-3.5, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 16: Seahawks DT Rocky Bernard's domestic violence case will be dismissed if he complies with a series of stipulations for two years. 16 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Bernard was arrested in April when a former girlfriend said he hit her at a bar. The "order of continuance" is not a conviction, so we're guessing it will help Bernard avoid a league suspension.Source: Seattle Times Berry, Bertrand - DE, ARI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-21, Sacks-2.5, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 6: Berry is expected to take part fully in training camp, having recovered from a torn triceps suffered midway through last year. It was the 6 third straight year in which Berry has finished on injured reserve. The club no longer counts on him as a starter. (Kent Somers for SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: And neither should IDP leaguers. Bethea, Antoine - S, IND (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-64, Sacks-0.0, Int.-4, TD-0 APRIL 9: Colts coach Tony Dungy believes FS Antoine Bethea can be "that ball-skills safety that can have eight or nine picks in a 9 year." FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Bethea has developed quickly after being a sixth-rounder from Howard in '06. He had four picks last year and made the Pro Bowl. Bob Sanders is the more desirable IDP safety, but Bethea gets a bump in big play-heavy formats.Source: colts.com Bigby, Atari - S, GB (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-84, Sacks-0.0, Int.-5, TD-0 JUNE 18: For much of the 2007 season, Bigby looked like a big-hitting young safety who got lost in coverage and lucked into a few tipped-ball 18 interceptions. If you watched the NFC playoffs, however, you saw a beast at the back of the Packers' defense. It also helps that Bigby plays in an improving unit. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Potential top-five DB. (Matt Schauf for SN) + Blackmon, Will - CB, GB (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-2, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-1 MAY 22: Will Blackmon had more surgery on his foot in February. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Blackmon has been bothered by a foot injury 22 since joining the league in 2006. The Packers are probably at the point where they'll consider it a bonus if they get anything out of Blackmon this year.Source: Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel Blackstock, Darryl - LB, CIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-11, Sacks-3.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 10: Bengals agreed to terms with OLB Darryl Blackstock, formerly of the Cardinals, on a one-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE 10 SPIN: Blackstock has struggled overall as a pro, but is only 24 and had three sacks off the bench last year. The Bengals will give more 3-4 looks going forward and he'll be sent as an edge rusher. Blackstock won't be in the mix to start. Blades, H.B. - LB, WAS (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-14, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 15: Redskins LB H.B. Blades (knee) returned to practice Thursday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Blades is the Skins' top backup at 15 middle and weak-side linebacker. If WLB Rocky McIntosh goes down, Blades will be worth grabbing in IDP leagues.Source: Washington Times Blue, Greg - S, DET (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-7, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JAN. 6: Blue is an interesting prospect who needs to be in the right system to succeed. Blue is a second-year player who played all 16 games 6 with the Vikings last year but was out of football for most of this season. (Tom Kowalski for SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Blue will need a lot more playing time before garnering IDP league consideration. Bly, Dre' - CB, DEN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-51, Sacks-1.0, Int.-5, TD-0 JUNE 12: Dre Bly returned to Broncos practice this week after missing time with a sore hamstring. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Coming off a 12 disappointing first season in Denver, Bly is set to start opposite Champ Bailey again. Source: Denver Post Bodden, Leigh - CB, DET (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-88, Sacks-0.0, Int.-6, TD-0 AUG. 22: CB Leigh Bodden is lining up as a backup in Detroit. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He's making the transition to a zone-based scheme, 22 but this is still a surprise. Brian Kelly and Travis Fisher are playing ahead of him. While Detroit's cornerbacks depth is impoved, they need Bodden to be a difference maker.Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer Boiman, Rocky - LB, PHI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-44, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-0 JULY 29: 29 + Boley, Michael - LB, ATL (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-103, Sacks-3.0, Int.-2, TD-0 AUG. 16: Starting strongside linebacker Michael Boley went down with a back injury in the second quarter of the preseason game against the 16 Colts. Boley is coming of his best season in 2007 after setting career highs in total tackles (125), solo tackles (88) and forced fumbles (thre e). (Darryl Ledbetter for SN Today) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It's uncertain how serious the injury is. Boley is a solid IDP option, so track this injury carefully. Source: Sporting News Today Boone, Alfonso - DT, KC (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-26, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 28: The Chiefs will start Alfonso Boone at left defensive end this season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Boone was Kansas City's best 28 defensive tackle last year, not that it's saying much. He will provide a big body outside at 6-3/304, but is unlikely to post high sack numbers. Glenn Dorsey will take his spot at the three technique.Source: Kansas City Star Boschetti, Ryan - DT, WAS (Bye week: 10) MARCH 13: Redskins re-signed DT Ryan Boschetti. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Redskins like how Boschetti practices, but he rarely gets 13 into games. Boulware, Michael - S, MIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-5, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 20: Vikings signed SS Michael Boulware to a one-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Boulware (6'2/223) still has some 20 upside, but will need to master DC Leslie Frazier's Cover 2 scheme before possibly emerging as the club's third safety. For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 138 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Bowen, Stephen - DE, DAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-13, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JAN. 31: Cowboys re-signed DE Stephen Bowen to a one-year, $435,000 contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Bowen was not highly rated 31 coming out of Hofstra with Marques Colston in 2006, but at 6'5/300 has ideal size for an end in Wade Phillips' 3-4. He made 14 tackles and accounted for nine QB pressures off the bench in 2007. + Bowie, John - CB, OAK (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 25: Raiders placed CB John Bowie on injured reserve, ending his season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Bowie is who Oakland drafted 25 with the fourth-round pick it acquired in 2007 for Randy Moss. The deal hasn't worked out well for both sides.Source: Oakland Tribune Brackett, Gary - LB, IND (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-116, Sacks-0.5, Int.-4, TD-1 AUG. 8: Colts LB Gary Brackett (hip/groin) returned to practice Thursday, four days earlier than expected. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The 8 Colts are getting awfully thin at linebacker, so this is welcome news. It's not yet known if Brackett will play Saturday at Carolina.Source: ESPN.com Bradley, Stewart - LB, PHI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-10, Sacks-1.0, Int.-1, TD-0 JUNE 28: The club wasted no time getting Bradley into the starting trio. Bradley is big (6-4, 255), fast and has a nose for the ball. His rapid 28 development on special teams last year and standout play in limited action at linebacker prompted the coaches to release veteran Takeo Spikes and move Omar Gaither from middle to the weakside in order to get Bradley in at the middle. Bradley has all the physical tools to be at very least a serviceable MLB. He just needs more experience. (Geoff Mosher for SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Omar Gaither had 101 tackles at MLB last season. Bradley could do the same. Brayton, Tyler - DE, CAR (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-11, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 24: Tyler Brayton started the Panthers' third preseason game at left defensive end. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He has the inside track 24 over Charles Johnson and Stanley McClover, but there's a good chance the three will rotate. Both Johnson and Brayton had a sack in the exhibition. Johnson is a better rusher, but Brayton can play the run. Briggs, Lance - LB, CHI (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-103, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 20: Although he doesn't receive the attention afforded to teammate Brian Urlacher, Briggs has been a Pro Bowl-caliber player on the 20 weak side of Lovie Smith's Tampa 2 defense. He's quick and knows how to wrap up, so owners can count on consistent tackle numbers when he's healthy. Briggs had minor hip and hamstring injuries last year, but nothing that is still a concern. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Solid No. 2 linebacker. (Rob Hurtt for SN) Brock, Raheem - DT, IND (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-31, Sacks-2.5, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 27: Colts DL Raheem Brock is moving from tackle to left end in the Colts base defense. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Brock will stay at 27 tackle in nickel situations, but the uncertainty surrounding Dwight Freeney contributed to the early down move. It's expected that Freeney will be ready for Week 1, but his workload could be limited early on.Source: Indianapolis Star Brooking, Keith - LB, ATL (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-110, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 20: Brooking is most at home on the weak side, but Atlanta needed him inside last year. Expect him back on the edge in 2008, although it 20 might not make much difference for his numbers. He produces wherever he plays. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: An all-around talent and dependable late choice. (Rob Hurtt for SN) Brooks, Ahmad - LB, CIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-6, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 7: Bengals LB Ahmad Brooks has accepted mediation on charges he punched a woman in the eye. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He was 7 charged with misdemeanor assault, and the case is expected to be reviewed again in September. Local media believes Brooks may be in danger of not making the team this year.Source: Cincinnati Enquirer Brooks, Derrick - LB, TB (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-109, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 20: Brooks no longer is the fearsome playmaker he was back in the day, and his skills are in obvious decline. Barrett Ruud is now the 20 Bucs' top linebacker. Brooks will gather 100 tackles, but that makes him little more than roster filler. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: On draft day, you need to target players with upside. (Rob Hurtt for SN) Brown, Alex - DE, CHI (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-41, Sacks-4.5, Int.-1, TD-0 JUNE 1: Alex Brown opened minicamps as the Bears' starting right end, as expected. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Mark Anderson is going 1 back to his situational rushing role, in which he made 12.5 sacks as a rookie. Anderson managed 4.5 as a starter last season. Brown isn't a double-digit sack threat, but is a much more well-rounded player.Source: Chicago Sun Times Brown, C.C. - S, HOU (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-83, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 MARCH 31: Texans re-signed restricted free agent SS C.C. Brown and exclusive rights free agent OL Brandon Frye. FANTASY SOURCE 31 SPIN: Brown likely signed his one-year, $1.417 million tender. The former sixth-round pick will be a full-time strong safety for the first time in his career in 2008. 90 tackles and solid DB2 value in IDP leagues is quite doable. + Brown, Fakhir - CB, STL (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-47, Sacks-0.0, Int.-4, TD-1 AUG. 29: Rams CB Fakhir Brown's (shoulder) status for Week 1 is in doubt. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Brown partially tore his rotator cuff 29 on one of the first practices of training camp and still isn't working out. The Rams' secondary is weak even with Brown in the lineup. St. Louis visits Philadelphia on opening day.Source: St Louis Post-Dispatch + Brown, Mike - S, CHI (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-4, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 JUNE 1: Bears FS Mike Brown, coming off a torn ACL, has been medically cleared for all workouts and is reportedly looking "like his old 1 self." FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Brown, who's played just 21 games since 2003, jumped a pass to Rashied Davis at Sunday's practice and returned it for an imaginary score. There's no reason to think he'll play a full season, but Brown's return is welcomed.Source: Chicago Sun Times Brown, Ralph - CB, ARI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-19, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 APRIL 2: Cardinals re-signed CB Ralph Brown to a one-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Brown is at a point in his career where he'll 2 likely play for one-year deals until it's over. The journeyman will battle Matt Ware, DeMario Minter, and Mike Adams to replace Antrel Rolle at nickel back. Rolle has moved to safety. Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 139 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Brown, Ricky - LB, OAK (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-4, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 5: Ricky Brown is running as Oakland's starting strong-side linebacker. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The B.C. grad made the team as an 5 undrafted free agent in 2006, and has steadily moved up the depth chart. Former starters Robert Thomas and Sam Williams are behind him, although we wouldn't expect great production from any of them.Source: Sacramento Bee + Brown, Sheldon - CB, PHI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-68, Sacks-0.0, Int.-3, TD-0 MAY 3: Like Lito Sheppard, Sheldon Brown also is disgruntled with the Eagles and coach Andy Reid. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Brown is 3 unhappy with the way the Eagles have handled their offseason moves, starting with the signing of Asante Samuel. Brown is also angered that he and Sheppard were "lied to" by Reid over an unspecified issue. Finally, according to Brown, many players are not happy with the message the team sent by trading away its first-round pick last weekend for an extra one in 2009.Source: Trenton Times Brown, Tarell - CB, SF (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 27: 49ers CB Tarell Brown is participating in the team's offseason conditioning program. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Brown suffered 27 partial tears of his ACL and MCL in last year's season finale, but didn't require surgery. As a rookie, he was the 49ers' fifth cornerback last season. Bruschi, Tedy - LB, NE (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-92, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 28: Patriots re-signed LB Tedy Bruschi. ESPN's John Clayton doesn't have financial terms, but says it's a multi-year contract. FANTASY 28 SOURCE SPIN: Surprising it's not a one-year pact, but Bruschi is year-to-year regardless. Bruschi had 93 stops and two sacks in 2007, but is unlikely to be an IDP asset this season. He's no longer more than a two-down linebacker and the Patriots hope he'll be a situational player in 2008. Bryant, Fernando - CB, NE (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-68, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-0 APRIL 29: The Boston Herald considers Fernando Bryant likely to start at cornerback opposite Ellis Hobbs for the Patriots. FANTASY 29 SOURCE SPIN: Rookies Terrence Wheatley and Jonathan Wilhite, Brandon Meriweather, veteran addition Jason Webster and Mike Richardson seem poised to vie for nickel duties. The Pats' secondary doesn't look too promising on paper.Source: Boston Herald Buchanon, Phillip - CB, TB (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-61, Sacks-0.0, Int.-3, TD-0 JULY 30: Bucs LCB Phillip Buchanon has reportedly solidified his starting job. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Rookie Aqib Talib will open as 30 the Bucs' third corner, although that's subject to change in-season. Leon Hall and Aaron Ross both took time to emerge as rookie starters last year. Buchanon is a decent CB pick in deep IDP leagues.Source: Tampa Tribune + Bullocks, Josh - S, NO (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-77, Sacks-1.0, Int.-2, TD-0 JULY 27: Saints FS Josh Bullocks (knee surgery) has resumed practicing on a limited basis. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He has lost 27 considerable ground to Kevin Kaesviharn, though, and is unlikely to open the season as a starter. Kaesviharn could prove much more effective in coverage than Bullocks, who had an up and down 2007 campaign.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune Bulluck, Keith - LB, TEN (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-88, Sacks-0.0, Int.-5, TD-0 JUNE 20: Bulluck might have been the most disappointing IDPer in 2007. He began the year ranked among the top five linebackers, but had 20 only five games with more than five tackles. Even the interception total is deceiving; three came in one game. The talent is still there, so a return to 125-plus tackles is possible. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Value pick who could be overlooked because of poor '07 output. (Rob Hurtt for SN) Bulman, Tim - DT, HOU (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-2, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 11: Texans DE Tim Bulman has reportedly been the team's second-best outside pass rusher this off-season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 11 A former defensive tackle on the Cardinals practice squad, Bulman has lost weight and moved to nickel rusher. As it stands now, Bulman would play end in passing situations opposite Mario Williams.Source: Houston Chronicle Burgess, Derrick - DE, OAK (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-40, Sacks-8.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 18: Injuries limited Burgess in 2007, but a weak Raider line could make things about as tough in 2008. Tackle Tommy Kelly's health will 18 be almost as important as that of Burgess, who also struggled with injuries in three seasons with the Eagles. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Always a risky player with significant upside. (Matt Schauf for SN) + Burgess, Prescott - LB, BAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 8: Ravens LB Prescott Burgess broke his wrist during Thursday game. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Burgess, a special teamer, is expected 8 to undergo surgery today.Source: Carroll County Times Burnett, Kevin - LB, DAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-39, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 29: Cowboys ILB Kevin Burnett (knee) has been cleared to resume practicing. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Burnett will be Dallas' third 29 or fourth inside linebacker this year and may replace Zach Thomas in the nickel package. He's battling Bobby Carpenter.Source: Dallas Morning News Burton, Antwon - DT, CIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-4, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 4: The Bengals signed DT Antwon Burton, formerly of the Broncos. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Burton impressed the coaching staff 4 after being at rookie minicamp on a tryout basis. At 6-3/325, he's a big body who could be of use during training camp.Source: Cincinnati Enquirer Butler, James - S, NYG (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-58, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 MAY 14: Safety James Butler officially signed his qualifying offer from the Giants on Monday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Butler started 12 14 games at strong safety for the Giants last season, but he'll likely enter training camp as the Giants' starting free safety after the team signed Sammy Knight. Rookie Kenny Phillips looms as the future.Source: New York Daily News Butler, Jerametrius - CB, NO (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-13, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 23: Former Rams and Saints CB Jerametrius Butler has retired from football. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Only 29, Butler just wasn't the 23 same player after tearing his ACL on the first day of training camp in 2005 with St. Louis. His best season was in 2004, when Butler picked off five passes and broke up 19 as the Rams' top corner.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 140 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Canty, Chris - DE, DAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-43, Sacks-3.5, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 21: Chris Canty is angling for a long-term deal. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Rather than holding out or pitching a fit, Canty instead 21 showed up for voluntary workouts even before signing his one-year restricted free agent tender last week. Canty expects to have a new deal in place before training camp. If it doesn't happen, he will be an unrestricted free agent in March.Source: Fort Worth Star-Telegram Cargile, Steve - S, CLE (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 10: Browns waived S Steve Cargile. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Cargile was axed to make room for defensive back Travis Key, who 10 was signed Sunday.Source: sportingnews.com Carpenter, Bobby - LB, DAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-2, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 4: The Dolphins reportedly wanted Bobby Carpenter, not Akin Ayodele, in the Anthony Fasano trade. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The 4 trade netted Miami just one fourth-round pick. With Ayodele gone, Carpenter is moving to weak inside linebacker behind Zach Thomas. Carpenter could spring right onto the IDP scene if Thomas goes down at some point.Source: Fort Worth Star-Telegram Carr, Chris - CB, TEN (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-28, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 20: New Titans DB Chris Carr is expected to compete with Chris Davis to be the team's punt returner. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Carr 20 and rookie Chris Johnson will also probably vie on kick returns. If Carr wins the nickel back job, he might be a worth in return-yardage IDP leagues.Source: Nashville City Paper Carriker, Adam - DT, STL (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-30, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 3: Rams DT Adam Carriker (shoulder) is no longer being limited in camp. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Carriker's development is key to 3 St. Louis' rush defense, which finished 20th in the league last season. With NT Cliff Ryan's snaps set to increase, Carriker should be freed up for more pass-rushing opportunities as well.Source: St Louis Post-Dispatch Carter, Andre - DE, WAS (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-55, Sacks-10.5, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 20: Andre Carter will remain the Redskins' starting right defensive end despite the acquisition of Jason Taylor. FANTASY SOURCE 20 SPIN: A right end/OLB in Miami, Taylor will play the left in D.C., where his long frame could come in handy versus the run. Carter and SLB Marcus Washington, who Taylor will play in front of, both project to benefit from the addition.Source: Washington Post Carter, Jerome - S, STL (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-2, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 12: Rams re-signed S Jerome Carter. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Rams declined to offer Carter a $927,000 deal in restricted free 12 agency, so his deal is likely for less. Carter's defensive playing time has dwindled since his rookie year in 2005. He won't push SS Corey Chavous to start. Carter, Kevin - DE, TB (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-43, Sacks-3.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 4: Kevin Carter is currently listed as the Bucs' starting left defensive end. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Carter is ahead of Greg White, 4 who will be the No. 3 end at worst and likely play the most even if he doesn't formally pass Carter. Jimmy Wilkerson and Marques Douglas, respectively, are listed as RE Gaines Adams' backups.Source: Tampa Tribune Castillo, Luis - DE, SD (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-32, Sacks-2.5, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 22: NFL Network's Adam Schefter reports the Chargers have signed DE Luis Castillo to a five-year, $43.1 million extension that includes 22 $18 million in guaranteed money. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Chargers have planned a Tuesday afternoon news conference to announce the deal. Castillo is a bit injury-prone -- he has missed 13 games the past two seasons -- but he's still just 24 and a great fit in San Diego's 3-4 defense, which makes him a rare commodity. Celestin, Oliver - S, ARI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-12, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 9: Cardinals re-signed S Oliver Celestin to a one-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Celestin, who was exposed when asked to 9 start in place of Adrian Wilson down the stretch in 2007, should resume a full-time special teams role this year. Chatham, Matt - LB, NYJ (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-9, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 29: Jets released LB Matt Chatham, CB Hank Poteat, TE A.J. Schable, DL Thomas Johnson, and RB/FB Jehuu Caulcrick. FANTASY 29 SOURCE SPIN: Caulcrick could land on the practice squad. Chatham was a special teamer. Poteat started for the Jets last year, but is expendable now.Source: Newark Star-Ledger Chillar, Brandon - LB, GB (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-64, Sacks-2.5, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 31: The Packers anticipate that neither Brandon Chillar nor Brady Poppinga will play "starter's snaps" this season. FANTASY SOURCE 31 SPIN: "I don't know if you can say one's going to be the starter, and one's going to be the backup," defensive coorindator Bob Sanders said. Instead, Chillar will focus on coverage responsibilities, while Poppinga plays more on running downs. This dashes any hope for IDP value from either one.Source: Green Bay Press-Gazette Chukwurah, Patrick - LB, TB (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-7, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 27: Bucs re-signed DE Patrick Chukwurah to a one-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Chuk will compete on special teams and 27 be used as a nickel rusher if Greg White continues to struggle there. White was unproductive in the preseason.Source: St. Petersburg Times Clark, Danny - LB, NYG (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-43, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 24: Danny Clark is leading the competition to start at weakside linebacker for the Giants over Gerris Wilkinson and Bryan Kehl. 24 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The winner won't have Osi Umenyiora in front of him and probably won't produce more than 80 tackles. We'd avoid this position battle in IDP leagues.Source: New York Daily News Clark, Ryan - S, PIT (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-20, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 5: Clark has returned and lined as the starting free safety in minicamp, a good sign for the defense. Clark missed the final half of last 5 season with a ruptured spleen that required surgery, leading to a series of critical mistakes by his replacements, Anthony Smith and Tyrone Carter. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Should improve the Steelers defense, but Clark isn't worth owning in IDP leagues. Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 141 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Clements, Nate - CB, SF (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-92, Sacks-1.0, Int.-4, TD-0 JUNE 18: Clements drew scrutiny in his first season as a 49er after signing a then-record contract for a defender. He came through, however, 18 with the second-highest tackle total of his career. If a rebuilt defensive line can strengthen the rush, Clements will be even better. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: A top corner who comes with the added bonus of the occasional punt return. (Matt Schauf for SN) Clemons, Chris - DE, PHI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-17, Sacks-8.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 25: Eagles DE Chris Clemons (calf) returned to practice Sunday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The undersized pass rusher missed a good 25 chunk of training camp and the preseason. He may not be used on defense much to open the season.Source: Trenton Times Cochran, Earl - DE, HOU (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-25, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 12: Earl Cochran has entered the mix to start at left defensive end with Anthony Weaver for the Texans. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 12 Cochran, a 27-year-old former undrafted free agent, may offer more as a pass rusher. No matter who wins, Houston will likely use a rotation on that side.Source: Houston Chronicle Cody, Shaun - DT, DET (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-16, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 JUNE 1: Lions DT Shaun Cody, the No. 37 overall pick in the 2005 draft, is in danger of not making the team. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 1 Cody has the tools to be an effective three technique, but has never been productive. He might've worked out better had he been drafted into a 3-4 and taught to play end. If cut, Cody would likely be snapped up quickly.Source: MLive.com + Coe, Michael - CB, IND (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-7, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 12: Colts DB Michael Coe (knee surgery) was placed on the waived/injured list. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "We looked at it and 12 wanted to hold off as long as we could," said Coach Tony Dungy. "Realistically, he's going to be two months into the season." Tough luck for last year's fifth-rounder.Source: colts.com Colclough, Ricardo - CB, CAR (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 30: Panthers CB Ricardo Colclough was arrested Saturday morning for driving while impaired. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: This isn't 30 going to help him survive final cuts Saturday. The Panthers could keep C.J. Wilson and Dante Wesley and let the veteran go.Source: Rock Hill Herald + Cole, Colin - DT, GB (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-12, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 17: Restricted free agent DT Colin Cole signed his second-round tender on Thursday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Cole, who was 17 originally undrafted, will make $1.417 million this season. He'll re-assume a role as a reserve tackle. Cole, Trent - DE, PHI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-70, Sacks-12.5, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 18: Adding a bunch of new guys at a position tends to be bad news for the existing players. In this case, however, the Eagles are 18 refortifying at end to help Cole. Over the past two seasons, the young end has produced 15.5 total sacks in the schedule's first half and just five the rest of the way. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Fewer snaps should mean more consistent production in 2008. (Matt Schauf for SN) Coleman, Erik - S, ATL (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-41, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 16: Erik Coleman is expected to be the Falcons' starting free safety this season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It's not a usually 16 tackle-heavy position, but any member of Atlanta's secondary should get playmaking opportunities behind what figures to be a very leaky front seven. Lawyer Milloy is penciled in at strong safety, but at age 34, he may need a big offseason to make the final cut.Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Coleman, Kenyon - DE, NYJ (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-83, Sacks-1.5, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 22: Coleman settled in as a 3-4 end in his first season with the Jets and enjoyed his most productive year in his first as a starter. Coleman 22 isn't a pass-rush threat, but he provides solid tackles numbers. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Better rush linebackers for the Jets could help bolster his stats. (Matt Schauf for SN) Coleman, Rod - DT, ATL (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-7, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 2: The Bucs haven't ruled out the possibility of signing free agent DT Rod Coleman. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: If they did, however, 2 Coleman might just be a camp body. There is much concern with Coleman's health. He'd likely only get a deal for the minimum. Collins, Nick - S, GB (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-46, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 6: The Green Bay Press-Gazette believes Packers SS Nick Collins could be "in a fight for his job" by August. FANTASY SOURCE 6 SPIN: Second-year safety Aaron Rouse, who is having an excellent offseason, could push for the starting job. While Collins has been serviceable, he hasn't come close to the Pro-Bowl caliber safety he was projected to be. Colvin, Rosevelt - LB, HOU (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-27, Sacks-4.0, Int.-1, TD-1 AUG. 29: Texans released DE/OLB Rosey Colvin, DT Anthony Maddox, CB Jamar Fletcher, WR Darnell Jenkins, LB Ben Moffit, and DE Tim 29 Bulman. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Houston blew $1 million on Colvin, who couldn't adjust to playing defensive end after being an outside linebacker in New England. The 31-year-old is also not fully recovered from a foot injury he suffered last year.Source: Houston Chronicle Considine, Sean - S, PHI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-35, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 MAY 2: Sean Considine will need a strong spring and summer to wrestle his job back from Quintin Mikell. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 2 Showing, once again, how silly it is to say that no player loses his job due to injury. Considine clearly struggled while starting the first eight games of the season before Mikell took over and solidified the position.Source: Trenton Times Cooper, Chris - DE, SEA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-6, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 26: The Seahawks signed Cooper to a one-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Yawn. 26 Cooper, Deke - S, ATL (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-58, Sacks-0.0, Int.-3, TD-0 JUNE 20: Falcons signed S Deke Cooper, formerly of the Panthers. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Cooper started in Carolina last season, but 20 won't be asked to do that in Atlanta. His best chance to make the team would be if the Falcons cut second-year safety Daren Stone, who was arrested for DUI last weekend.Source: Profootballtalk.com For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 142 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Cooper, Jarrod - S, OAK (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 25: Raiders released S Jarrod Cooper, DL Greg Spires, and LB Grant Irons. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: All three of these guys are just 25 about at the end of their NFL ropes.Source: Oakland Tribune Cooper, Stephen - LB, SD (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-108, Sacks-2.0, Int.-2, TD-0 APRIL 17: Chargers LB Stephen Cooper, who's been suspended for the first four games of the 2008 season, reportedly tested positive for 17 ephedra. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He tested positive in December. Cooper claims he "did not realize" ephedra was banned by the NFL. It hasn't been allowed in the league since 2001.Source: San Diego Union-Tribune Cousin, Terry - CB, CLE (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-43, Sacks-1.0, Int.-1, TD-0 MAY 22: Browns agreed to terms with CB Terry Cousin, formerly of the Jaguars. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Cousin, 33, played as 22 Jacksonville's nickel back the last three seasons. He had one pick, three breakups, and 47 tackles in 2007. Cousin isn't more than a slot corner at this point, but gives Cleveland needed experience at CB.Source: ESPN.com Cox, Curome - S, NO (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-4, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 31: Saints signed S Curome Cox and waived S Tuff Harris. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Cox adds experienced depth at a thinning spot in 31 New Orleans.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune + Cox, Torrie - CB, TB (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 29: Bucs placed CB Torrie Cox on injured reserve, ending his season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: This marks the second consecutive 29 season Cox has ended with a torn ACL and the second time the special teamer has torn his left anterior cruciate ligament.Source: St. Petersburg Times Crocker, Chris - S, MIA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-55, Sacks-1.0, Int.-3, TD-0 AUG. 25: Chris Crocker has formally pulled ahead of Jason Allen at free safety, according to the Dolphins' latest depth chart. FANTASY 25 SOURCE SPIN: Allen, the No. 16 overall pick in 2006, has looked like a bust since his rookie season. The Dolphins think Crocker will help their corners out more.Source: Palm Beach Post Cromartie, Antonio - CB, SD (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-37, Sacks-0.0, Int.-10, TD-2 AUG. 19: Antonio Cromartie (wrist) returned to practice Tuesday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Cromartie had surgery to remove a cyst on his 19 right wrist over the weekend. Coach Norv Turner expects him to play in Monday's preseason game.Source: San Diego Union-Tribune Crowder, Channing - LB, MIA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-77, Sacks-0.5, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 24: Channing Crowder is playing the Dolphins' "Mike" inside linebacker spot. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Mike is more 24 production-friendly than "Ted," where Akin Ayodele will play. Crowder played a half in Saturday's exhibition, but ripped off five tackles, a sack, and forced a fumble. Ayodele had four stops and no big plays.Source: Palm Beach Post Crowell, Angelo - LB, BUF (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-126, Sacks-2.0, Int.-1, TD-0 JUNE 23: Crowell tore a triceps muscle in Week 17 and had offseason surgery. He's expected to be fine for camp, but owners will want to check 23 on his status. When healthy, Crowell is an excellent run defender with a nose for the ball. Playing the strong side hurts most defenders' stats, but Crowell has no troubles producing there. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Fits the bill as a No. 2. (Rob Hurtt for SN) Culberson, Quinton - LB, STL (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-11, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 25: Quinton Culberson has all but locked up the Rams' starting strong-side linebacker job over Chris Draft. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 25 Draft will likely be St. Louis' backup at all three positions. Culberson could possibly approach 75 tackles, but that's about his statistical ceiling.Source: St Louis Post-Dispatch Curry, Donte' - LB, CAR (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 29: Panthers re-signed LB Donte' Curry to a two-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Morris Brown product is strictly a special 29 teams player. + Dahl, Craig - S, NYG (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-14, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 25: Giants S Craig Dahl tore his ACL in the team's third preseason game. He will be placed on injured reserve, ending his season. 25 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: This isn't the same ACL that ended Dahl's 2007 campaign, but it's damaging to his career. Dahl got a Super Bowl ring with New York last year.Source: Newark Star-Ledger + Daniels, Phillip - DE, WAS (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-37, Sacks-2.5, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 22: Redskins officially placed defensive ends Phillip Daniels and Alex Buzbee on injured reserve. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: We may 22 never see the 35-year-old Daniels play again. Daniels, Travis - CB, CLE (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-28, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 20: Browns acquired DB Travis Daniels from the Dolphins in exchange for an undisclosed draft pick. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Terry 20 Cousin and Mike Adams haven't been getting it done at nickel back, so Daniels will be given a look there. The former Nick Saban draft pick can tackle and has versatility, having played both free safety and corner. Dansby, Karlos - LB, ARI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-99, Sacks-3.5, Int.-3, TD-0 JULY 14: The agent for Cardinals franchise player Karlos Dansby concedes that his client is unlikely to sign a long-term contract before 14 Tuesday's deadline. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "I don't think it's going to happen," the agent said. "There's a very significant difference in the two business positions. We're quite far apart." Dansby, who had 98 tackles and four sacks in 2007, will make $8.065 million in 2008.Source: East Valley Tribune Darby, Chuck - DT, DET (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-12, Sacks-0.5, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 7: Lions signed DT Chuck Darby to a three-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Darby is expected to take Shaun Rogers' spot 7 at nose tackle alongside Cory Redding, who will line up at the 3-technique. The team loses about four inches, 35 pounds, and gains four years going from Rogers to Darby. Still, he is familiar with coach Rod Marinelli's system and the two have a positive history together. We'll see how his recovery from a torn patellar tendon goes. Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 143 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE David, Jason - CB, NO (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-50, Sacks-0.0, Int.-3, TD-1 AUG. 25: The New Orleans Times-Picayune predicts that CB Jason David will not make the Saints' final roster. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 25 Arguably the NFL's worst starting corner last year, David has been beat relentlessly this preseason. Cutting him might be worth the cap hit. David can play in a zone scheme, but the Saints were asking him to play man.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune Davis, Andra - LB, CLE (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-67, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 24: Browns ILB Andra Davis will wear the team's defensive headset to relay in play calls from the sideline this season. FANTASY 24 SOURCE SPIN: Davis is now a sure bet to be Cleveland's starter next to D'Qwell Jackson, and figures to be an every-down player. This ups Davis' IDP potential a bit.Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer Davis, Buster - LB, DET (Bye week: 4) MAY 28: The Lions have been using Buster Davis at middle linebacker in OTAs. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: They sure didn't draft like they're 28 counting on much from Davis, taking Jordon Dizon in the second round and penciling him in at the Mike. Davis needs to exhibit that he can produce on special teams just to land a roster spot.Source: MLive.com Davis, Chauncey - DE, ATL (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-31, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 14: Falcons signed restricted free agent DE Chauncey Davis and P Michael Koenen to one-year contracts. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 14 Davis will get $927,000 in 2008, while Koenen will make $1.417 million. A Falcons beat writer suggested last week that Davis might be in the running to start at left end in 2008, but he's never been a pressure player with only four sacks through three pro seasons. Unless Jamaal Anderson really struggles in training camp, that position probably won't be up for grabs.Source: Profootballtalk.com Davis, Keith - S, MIA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-4, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 27: Dolphins released S Keith Davis. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Davis signed a two-year, $3.5 million deal in March and is one of Bill 27 Parcells' "guys," so we suspect something is up here. Miami doesn't have great depth at safety and Davis, 29, has always been a good special teamer.Source: Dallas Morning News + Davis, Sammy - CB, TB (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-17, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 26: Bucs placed CB Sammy Davis on injured reserve. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Davis hadn't shown much during camp, but 26 apparently the Bucs wanted to hold onto him. It's hard to imagine him suddenly having much impact in 2009-10. Davis, Thomas - LB, CAR (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-86, Sacks-3.0, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 13: Panthers LB Thomas Davis is predicting his "best year by far" following his switch from the strong to weak side. FANTASY 13 SOURCE SPIN: Davis will still be competing with active MLB Jon Beason for tackles, but he is a candidate for a leap in production. He'll line up behind RE Julius Peppers, who may command double teams and often allow Davis to go unblocked.Source: Gaston Gazette + Dawkins, Brian - S, PHI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-37, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 24: Brian Dawkins' MRI revealed only a mild tendon strain in his right ankle. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The injury looked bad at the 24 time, but Dawkins is expected to play in Week 1 against the Rams. He's not a great bet to stay healthy throughout the season.Source: phillyburbs.com Dawson, Keyunta - DE, IND (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-20, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 24: Keyunta Dawson has taken over as the Colts' starting three technique tackle. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Dawson (6'3/255) is 24 extremely light to play inside, but he could rack up stops there and will rush the passer often. Consider him in deep IDP leagues. Deloatch, Curtis - CB, CAR (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-1, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 27: Panthers re-signed CB Curtis DeLoatch. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: DeLoatch tore his ACL six games into the 2007 season, and he 27 spent the rest of the year on injured reserve. He'll compete to be a backup cornerback.Source: Charlotte Observer Demps, Will - S, HOU (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-49, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 11: The Texans will be the only team in the NFL to start the season with all four defensive backs drafted in the fourth round or lower. 11 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: CBs Jacques Reeves (seventh) and Fred Bennett (fourth) were chosen, but FS Will Demps was not. SS C.C. Brown was a sixth-round pick. Keep in mind that the Texans' secondary will be attractive for fantasy matchup purposes.Source: Houston Chronicle Dendy, Patrick - CB, CAR (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-14, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 7: Panthers waived CB Patrick Dendy. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He was no longer of use after Carolina retained Dante Wesley. 7 Denney, Ryan - DE, BUF (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-27, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 8: Bills DE Ryan Denney has been medically cleared to return to offseason training. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Earlier than expected. 8 Buffalo's third end missed most of last season with a foot injury that required two surgeries. He should be ready for OTAs and training camp, giving Buffalo above-average depth rushing the passer.Source: BuffaloBills.com Diggs, Na'il - LB, CAR (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-49, Sacks-3.5, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 1: Na'il Diggs is expected to open training camp as the Panthers' starting weakside linebacker. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He's 1 competing against Landon Johnson. Diggs is more experienced in the system and bigger at 6-4/240, while Johnson (6-2/232) is more athletic. The winner could rack up 100 tackles; the loser will likely be a fourth linebacker.Source: sportingnews.com Diles, Zac - LB, HOU (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-4, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 23: Last year's seventh-round pick, Zach Diles, has been handed the Texans' strongside linebacker job. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The 23 departures of Danny Clark and Charlie Anderson have opened up an opportunity for the undersized Diles. Veteran special teamer Kevin Bentley was brought in for insurance should Diles struggle in his first season as a starter.Source: Houston Chronicle Dockery, Kevin - CB, NYG (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-40, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JAN. 27: Giants CB Kevin Dockery (hip) is expected to be available if needed for Super Bowl XLII. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Dockery 27 resumed practicing without restrictions on Saturday. It remains to be seen whether he'll move back into his nickel corner spot right away. This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 144 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Dockett, Darnell - DT, ARI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-58, Sacks-9.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 22: The Cardinals seem pretty well set on not redoing his contract, so it will be up to Dockett to get past the issue and continue to put up 22 numbers. Increased depth at end should help keep him from matching last season's second-half streak of seven sack-free games. . FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Staying fresh and using the contract as motivation could turn Dockett into a stud. (Matt Schauf for SN) Doss, Mike - S, MIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-1, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 25: Free agent S Mike Doss says he's 100 percent healthy and is looking for work. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "Honestly, I just haven't 25 got too much feedback from the league," he said. Doss spent 2007 as Darren Sharper's backup in Minnesota. The '03 second-round pick says he would like to play for an Ohio team (Bengals or Browns).Source: Canton Repository Doughty, Reed - S, WAS (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-44, Sacks-0.5, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 5: Reed Doughty is on "firm footing" to be the Redskins' starting strong safety this season, according to VP of football operations Vinny 5 Cerrato. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Rookie Chris Horton will likely back up LaRon Landry initially. Doughty will be backed up by Vernon Fox and possibly Kareem Brown if Brown gets healthy.Source: Washington Post Douglas, Marques - DE, BAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-72, Sacks-3.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 27: NFL Network's Adam Schefter reports the Bucs have traded DL Marques Douglas to the Ravens. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The 27 Bucs will receive a 2009 late-round draft pick plus a conditional 2010 draft pick, which is contingent upon Douglas passing his physical Wednesday. Douglas likely takes the place of former second-rounder Dwan Edwards, who had earned a significant role before being placed on injured reserve Tuesday.Source: Profootballtalk.com Draft, Chris - LB, STL (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-45, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 28: Chris Draft is currently the Rams' starting strongside linebacker. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: St. Louis is working in Quinton 28 Culberson with the first unit, but it's Draft's job to lose. This won't be a spot to expect much production from in IDP leagues.Source: St Louis Post-Dispatch + Dumervil, Elvis - DE, DEN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-39, Sacks-12.0, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 25: Broncos DE Elvis Dumervil (broken finger) is unsure of his status for Week 1. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Denver's pass rush would 25 be at a severe loss without Dumervil, who easily led the team in sacks (12) last season. Tim Crowder is his backup at RE.Source: Rocky Mountain News Durant, Justin - LB, JAC (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-46, Sacks-1.0, Int.-1, TD-0 MAY 21: Justin Durant is running as the Jaguars' starting strong-side linebacker during offseason workouts. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Clint 21 Ingram currently is the Jags' fourth linebacker. Mike Peterson appears locked in at middle linebacker with Daryl Smith on the weak side. Peterson, who's entering a contract year, has 120-tackle potential if he can stay healthy.Source: jaguars.com Dvoracek, Dusty - DT, CHI (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-2, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 16: Bears DT Dusty Dvoracek is back at practice after missing two weeks with a strained calf. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: After winning 16 the starting job last summer, Dvoracek missed the season with a torn ACL. The Bears will likely give him another week of practice before he starts game action. In the mean time, Anthony Adams and rookie Marcus Harrison have been working with the starters.Source: Arlington Heights Daily Herald Dyson, Andre - CB, NYJ (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-11, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 MARCH 26: Free agent CB Andre Dyson will visit the Texans on Thursday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Texans are the only team to show 26 interest in Dyson so far in free agency. Dyson had a rocky 2007, but was a solid performer the previous season. Eason, Nick - DE, PIT (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-14, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 27: Steelers re-signed DE Nick Eason to a two-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Eason filled in for one game when Aaron 27 Smith was injured, but quickly lost his role to Travis Kirschke. He's no higher than the No. 4 option in Pittsburgh. Edwards, Donnie - LB, KC (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-106, Sacks-2.0, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 26: Chiefs LB Donnie Edwards is expected to make his first preseason appearance Thursday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Edwards 26 missed the first three exhibitions with a sore hamstring. Edwards, a starting outside linebacker, and fellow LB Napoleon Harris, who lost his starting job earlier in camp, will make their preseason debuts against the Rams.Source: Kansas City Star + Edwards, Dwan - DT, BAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-41, Sacks-1.0, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 26: Ravens placed defensive tackle Dwan Edwards (back), linebacker Terrence Melton (hand) and nose tackle Kelly Talavou (shoulder) 26 on injured reserve, ending their seasons. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: A former second-round pick, Edwards was slated to be a backup after starting 13 games in place of Trevor Pryce last season.Source: Baltimore Sun Edwards, Kalimba - DE, OAK (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-17, Sacks-3.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 15: Kalimba Edwards opened Organized Team Activities as the Raiders' starting right defensive end. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He's 15 there over Greg Spires. Jay Richardson opened at left end with Derrick Burgess absent. The Lions couldn't get any production out of Edwards, but perhaps coordinator Rob Ryan can. It isn't ability Edwards is lacking.Source: San Francisco Chronicle Edwards, Ray - DE, MIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-30, Sacks-5.0, Int.-0, TD-1 JULY 30: Vikings DE Ray Edwards (lower back injury) has returned to practice. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Edwards missed June minicamp 30 and the team's first nine practices, but he's said to be in excellent shape.Source: Minneapolis Star-Tribune Ellis, Greg - LB, DAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-31, Sacks-12.5, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 25: Ellis, a former defensive end, obviously has the speed to excel as a rush linebacker in Dallas' 3-4 scheme. Teams can't afford to 25 devote too much attention to him because superstar DeMarcus Ware is on the opposite side. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Should hit double digits in sacks again, but his weak work against the run limits his value. (Rob Hurtt for SN) Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 145 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Ellison, Keith - LB, BUF (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-38, Sacks-1.0, Int.-1, TD-0 JAN. 2: Bills coach Dick Jauron confirmed that the knee injury WLB Keith Ellison suffered in the team's season finale isn't serious. FANTASY 2 SOURCE SPIN: "It's just a strain," Jauron said. "Nothing came up on the MRI." Ellison finished his second season with an unimpressive 39 tackles in 12 games. Engelberger, John - DE, DEN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-41, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 28: Broncos re-signed DE John Engelberger to a two-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Engelberger has only two sacks in the 28 past three seasons, but is helpful on obvious running downs at left defensive end. He'll likely battle Jarvis Moss to start there, with Tim Crowder spelling starter Elvis Dumervil opposite them. Eugene, Hiram - S, OAK (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-27, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 7: Raiders re-signed exclusive rights free agent S Hiram Eugene. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Eugene picked up starts after Stu 7 Schweigert was benched late in 2007 and finished with 31 tackles. With Gibril Wilson in town to play strong safety and Michael Huff at free, Eugene will battle Schweigert for third safety duties. Faggins, Demarcus - CB, HOU (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-43, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 13: DeMarcus Faggins could lose his spot on the Texans' roster following the team's offseason acquisitions at cornerback. FANTASY 13 SOURCE SPIN: Especially if Houston uses its first-rounder on a cornerback. Faggins, one of only four remaining "original Texans" is currently their No. 4 corner. He'll likely battle Jamar Fletcher for the last roster spot in training camp.Source: Houston Chronicle Fanene, Jonathan - DE, CIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-5, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 22: Bengals re-signed DL Jonathan Fanene to a three-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Fanene is a high motor player, but hasn't 22 seen the field much since going in the 2005 seventh round. If the Bengals go with a 3-4 alignment in 2008, he'll compete with Frostee Rucker to replace free agent end Justin Smith. Farrior, James - LB, PIT (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-96, Sacks-6.5, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 21: Steelers signed ILB James Farrior to a new five-year, $18.25 million contract. The deal includes a $5 million signing bonus. 21 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Farrior turned 33 in January and probably won't make it to the end of the deal, but he's worth keeping around. An every-down linebacker, Farrior posted a career best 6.5 sacks in 2007 to go with 94 stops. Farrior has missed just one start since 2002. He's again a solid bet to pace Pittsburgh in tackles.Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette + Farwell, Heath - LB, MIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-2, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 10: Vikings LB Heath Farwell injured his knee in Saturday's first preseason game and will miss the 2008 season. He'll be placed on 10 injured reserve. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Rufus Alexander will need to step up. Farwell, the Vikings' best special teamer, needed this season because he's in a contract year and wanted to prove himself worthy of a starting job for 2009.Source: St. Paul Pioneer Press Ferguson, Jason - DT, MIA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-1, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 29: Dolphins acquired NT Jason Ferguson from Dallas in exchange for a sixth-round pick in 2009. The Dolphins and Cowboys will also 29 exchange sixth-round picks this year. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Ferguson's play was up and down in Dallas under the Big Tuna, but Bill Parcells still has a fondness for him. He's likely to start at nose tackle this year, but has to prove he's healthy after tearing his biceps last season. Ferguson, Nick - S, HOU (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-53, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 26: The Texans are expected to sign free agent S Nick Ferguson. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The deal, which will likely span one or 26 two years at the most, should be done by Thursday. Ferguson, 33, will likely not be a candidate to start. Fields, Ronald - DT, SF (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-21, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 21: The 49ers have moved Ronald Fields back to nose tackle. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The team likes Fields' quick hands and size 21 (6'2/321) at that spot. He'll back up and rotate with Aubrayo Franklin. Isaac Sopoaga will start at left defensive end, where his 330 pounds should make him a menace against the run.Source: San Francisco Chronicle Fifita, Steve - DT, NE (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-11, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 5: Patriots signed DT Steve Fifita, formerly of the Dolphins. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The undersized nose tackle is likely no more 5 than a body for camp.Source: Boston Herald Fincher, Alfred - LB, WAS (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 31: Redskins signed LB Alfred Fincher, formerly of the Lions. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He adds depth in the middle and on the 31 strong side for camp.Source: Richmond Times Dispatch Finnegan, Cortland - CB, TEN (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-93, Sacks-1.0, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 15: Titans signed CB Cortland Finnegan to a new four-year contract worth just over $17 million. The deal includes a $6 million signing 15 bonus. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It's a move that shows great foresight in an outrageous market at the position. Finnegan, 24, was a seventh-round pick out of I-AA Samford in 2006. He's developed into arguably the NFL's top run-stopping corner, leading the league in tackles by CBs with 95 in 2007. Finnegan can also return punts in a pinch. He'll hit the market again at age 28.Source: Nashville Tennessean Fisher, Bryce - DE, TEN (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-5, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 23: The Titans released DE Bryce Fisher. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Fisher was a well-regarded starter not so long ago in St. Louis and 23 Seattle, but he has fallen off fast the last two seasons. The 31-year-old may get still get one more look in another training camp. Fisher, Travis - CB, DET (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-75, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-0 MARCH 5: Lions re-signed CB Travis Fisher to a three-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Fisher will receive $9 million over three 5 years, and he's due $4.25 million in 2008. Along with newcomers Leigh Bodden and Dwight Smith, this gives the Lions' secondary more flexibility as they move to a stricter Tampa-Two look. Fletcher, London - LB, WAS (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-129, Sacks-0.0, Int.-3, TD-1 JULY 27: London Fletcher will wear the Redskins' defensive headset to communicate play calls in from the sideline. FANTASY SOURCE 27 SPIN: The obvious choice. Fletcher never comes off the field and is amazingly durable. The guy hasn't missed a game since 1998.Source: Washington Post For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 146 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Florence, Drayton - CB, JAC (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-62, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-0 MARCH 1: Jaguars signed CB Drayton Florence. He will receive $12 million in guarantees. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He's only a 1 league-average cornerback, but he was the most experienced starter on the market. Jacksonville did well signing Brian Williams to a similar deal, and now has one of the deepest backfields in the NFL. Florence will probably be a nickel back. + Foote, Larry - LB, PIT (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-79, Sacks-3.0, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 29: Steelers ILB Larry Foote plans to test his knee Friday and said he should be ready for the season opener. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 29 Foote injured his knee in the third preseason game, but there was no significant damage; the knee was merely "stretched."Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette + Fowler, Ryan - LB, TEN (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-52, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 13: Titans LB Ryan Fowler considers his steroids case with the NFL closed because he hasn't heard from the league since requesting a 13 meeting to address the allegations. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Fowler is assuming the probe has ended with no punishment, but that might be jumping gun. The NFL hasn't responded to questions on this issue, but it's a safe bet that Fowler isn't quite out of the water yet.Source: ESPN.com Fox, Dustin - CB, BUF (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-1, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 26: Bills signed DB Dustin Fox and WR Scott Mayle, both exclusive rights free agents. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Both are bit 26 players and most likely camp fodder. Fox's chances of securing a roster spot took a big hit when the Bills signed cornerback Will James. Fox, Keyaron - LB, PIT (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-12, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 12: Steelers signed free agent OLB Keyaron Fox to a one-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Fox, the Steelers' second free 12 agent pickup, is a reserve linebacker and special teamer. He played the previous four seasons for the Chiefs and started four games in 2006. Fox, Vernon - S, WAS (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-2, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 24: Redskins released S Vernon Fox, DT Babatunde Oshinowo, and DE Dorian Smith. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Fox suffered a wrist 24 injury in Saturday's game against Carolina.Source: redskins.com Foxworth, Domonique - CB, DEN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-37, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 22: ESPN's Bill Williamson suggests that Domonique Foxworth could be of interest to the cornerback-needy Browns. FANTASY 22 SOURCE SPIN: Foxworth has experience in the nickel, where he'd likely work behind Eric Wright and Brandon McDonald. He also plays safety. This is just speculation for now, but Denver would probably part with him for a third-round pick.Source: Hashmarks Blog Fraser, Simon - DE, ATL (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-14, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 7: Falcons signed DLs Simon Fraser and Rashad Moore. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Interesting that both have extensive experience 7 in 3-4 systems. While coach Mike Smith and GM Thomas Dimitroff have indicated that Atlanta will use a 4-3 this year, Dimitroff's background is in New England. Fraser, 24, can play end and tackle and posted five sacks in 2006. Moore is a nose tackle. Frazier, Andre - LB, PIT (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 7: Steelers re-signed LB Andre Frazier to a one-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Frazier went untendered as a restricted free 7 agent, so his deal is likely for the minimum. Had he been tendered low, he would've cost $927,000. Freeney, Dwight - DE, IND (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-21, Sacks-3.5, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 21: Dwight Freeney is currently listed as the Colts' No. 2 right defensive end. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Robert Mathis is starting there 21 with Raheem Brock on the left side. Freeney already wasn't a big tackle guy and is unlikely to play on early downs to begin the season. The Colts will be very cautious in his return from foot surgery.Source: Indianapolis Star Fujita, Scott - LB, NO (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-94, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 3: Scott Fujita and Scott Shanle are expected to remain the Saints' starting outside linebackers this season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 3 There was some thought that Marvin Mitchell might push to start, but he's more of an inside 'backer. Fujita racked up 95 stops, three sacks, and two forced fumbles in 2007, which are very good numbers for a strong-side LB.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune Fuller, Vincent - S, TEN (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-28, Sacks-1.0, Int.-2, TD-2 MAY 23: Vincent Fuller is the favorite to be the Titans' nickel back this season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It appears Reynaldo Hill, Eric 23 King and Chris Carr are on the outside looking in. Playing through a dislocated shoulder in 2007, Fuller made 30 tackles and picked off two passes. He is also free safety Michael Griffin's top backup.Source: Nashville Tennessean Gaither, Omar - LB, PHI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-101, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 JUNE 25: Gaither did a good job defending the run as the Eagles' middle linebacker last year, but he is moving back to the weak side in 2008. 25 He's an instinctive player who can make plays in that position. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: His stats weren't eye-popping before that shift, and it's doubtful they will be afterward. (Rob Hurtt for SN) Gamble, Chris - CB, CAR (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-46, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 MAY 8: Chris Gamble and Ken Lucas are scheduled to remain the Panthers' starting cornerbacks this season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 8 Richard Marshall continues to be overlooked even though he may be the team's best option. Marshall will still see plenty of snaps at nickel back. Gamble can be a free agent after the season and could become expendable.Source: Gaston Gazette Garay, Antonio - DT, CHI (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-5, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 7: The Bears have informed DT Antonio Garay that he is not in their plans. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Garay is rehabilitating his 7 right leg after breaking it on an illegal block by the Redskins' Chris Samuels, which Chicago will continue to pay for. Garay could have a tough time finding a reserve job coming off the injury. Gardner, Gilbert - LB, DET (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-1, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 25: Lions signed LB Gilbert Gardner, formerly of the Titans. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Gardner, 25, is mostly a special teams 25 player. He's been given a chance to start before on the strong side and was overmatched in run support. Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 147 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Gay, Randall - CB, NO (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-36, Sacks-0.0, Int.-3, TD-1 MARCH 2: Saints agreed to terms with CB Randall Gay on a four-year, $17.6 million contract. The deal is worth $6.7 million in the first two 2 years. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Gay is a favorite of defensive back expert K.C. Joyner, will tackle, and excels at keeping plays in front of him. However, the Saints are arguably committing substantial money to a winning system-created corner for the second straight offseason. The move failed miserably with Jason David in 2007. Gay, William - CB, PIT (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-8, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 7: Gay will have a chance to play more this season, particularly in third-down situations when the team uses four corners. Gay, a 7 fifth-round pick last season, has good coverage skills and ball awareness, allowing him to make plays in the secondary. But, if he wants to play on a regular basis, he has to become a better tackler. The Steelers rely heavily on their corners in run support. (Gerry Dulac for SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Gay isn't a viable IDP option. Gbaja-Biamila, Akbar - LB, OAK (Bye week: 5) MAY 20: Raiders released DE/OLB Akbar Gbaja-Biamila. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: AGB signed a deal in March for "two 20 years," but didn't last two months. + Gbaja-Biamila, Kabeer - DE, GB (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-26, Sacks-9.5, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 26: Packers DE Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila may be in danger of missing the Packers regular season opener. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: KGB 26 is experiencing soreness in the knee that was surgically repaired back in May. After missing the first three preseason games, he returned to practice only to suffer a setback Sunday.Source: Green Bay Press-Gazette Geathers, Robert - DE, CIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-47, Sacks-3.5, Int.-1, TD-0 MARCH 3: The Bengals "appear ticketed" to stay in a 4-3 alignment this season, according to the team's website. FANTASY 3 SOURCE SPIN: It's good news for LE Robert Geathers, whose play fell off dramatically at linebacker last year. Odell Thurman, assuming he's reinstated, will likely battle Ahmad Brooks at MLB. Dhani Jones figures to man the weak side. Giordano, Matt - S, IND (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-17, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-1 APRIL 11: Colts re-signed S Matt Giordano to a one-year, $927,000 contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Giordano, 25, has recorded 45 11 tackles and picked off three passes over the last two seasons. He's usually the choice to start when Bob Sanders gets hurt, but he may be pushed for that role by Brannon Condren this year. Glenn, Aaron - CB, NO (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-15, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-1 APRIL 7: Saints signed CB Aaron Glenn, formerly of the Jaguars. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Glenn, who turns 36 in July, had been 7 considering retirement. He's barely been a useful player the last two years, but could help tutor Usama Young or a rookie the Saints add later this month. He's a long shot to make the roster.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune Gocong, Chris - LB, PHI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-54, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 23: Eagles SLB Chris Gocong is expected to come off the field when the team goes to its nickel package this season. FANTASY 23 SOURCE SPIN: This ends Gocong's chances of being even a deep IDP league asset. The Eagles plan to use the nickel 50-60 percent of the time. Third down provides the best chance to blitz, so it looks like Gocong's main job will be plugging the run.Source: Philadelphia Inquirer & Daily News Godfrey, Randall - LB, WAS (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-29, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 12: Free agent LB Randall Godfrey is considering signing with the Jaguars and old defensive coordinator Gregg Williams. FANTASY 12 SOURCE SPIN: It appears he'll either do that or retire. Godfrey showed he can still be an adequate reserve in 2007, but linebackers are rarely still playing at age 35. Gold, Ian - LB, DEN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-72, Sacks-2.0, Int.-1, TD-0 JULY 23: Former Broncos LB Ian Gold has retired from football, according to NFL Network's Adam Schefter. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 23 Gold, cut by Denver in February, never got a sniff on the free-agent market. Schefter says that Gold, despite only being 30 "promises not to pull a Brett Favre" and try to come back. Gold must have a high opinion of himself. Goldson, Dashon - S, SF (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-10, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 2: 49ers S Dashon Goldson is making plays all over the field in camp. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: While Mark Roman has been 2 sidelined with a shoulder injury, his starting job is up for grabs. Goldson will still have to beat out the vet, but he's coming on strong. "He's going to get better and better," coach Mike Nolan said.Source: San Francisco Chronicle Golston, Kedric - DT, WAS (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-12, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 26: Redskins DT Kedric Golston has won a starting job while Anthony Montgomery remains out with a broken hand. FANTASY 26 SOURCE SPIN: The two will players will likely do a lot rotating once Montgomery gets back to full speed.Source: sportingnews.com Gordon, Amon - DE, BAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-16, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 19: Ravens re-signed DT Amon Gordon. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Gordon, 26, began 2007 as a starter in Denver, but was 19 unproductive there and got cut. He'll vie for a roster spot as an end/tackle hybrid in Baltimore. Gordon, Cletis - CB, SD (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-7, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 2: Chargers re-signed exclusive rights free agent CB/KR Cletis Gordon. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: With the loss of Drayton Florence 2 to Jacksonville, Gordon and Paul Oliver are currently the Bolts' only corners behind starters Quentin Jammer and Antonio Cromartie. Look for GM A.J. Smith to upgrade that position in the draft. Grant, Charles - DE, NO (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-49, Sacks-2.5, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 15: Saints LE Charles Grant's arraignment on felony charges of involuntary manslaughter has been pushed back to later this month. 15 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Grant maintains his innocence. It's uncertain if he'll be suspended, but since he's a first-time offender, the NFL may take a wait-and-see approach.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 148 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Grant, Deon - S, SEA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-73, Sacks-0.0, Int.-3, TD-0 AUG. 1: Strong safety Deon Grant is expected to wear the Seahawks' defensive headset to communicate play calls in from the sideline this 1 season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Grant isn't a huge producer behind Seattle's stingy front seven, but he will rarely come off the field. He posted 77 tackles and three picks in 2007.Source: Seahawks Insider Blog Green, Eric - CB, ARI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-51, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 3: Cardinals CB Eric Green signed his one-year, $2.017 million first-round tender sheet. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Nobody was going 3 to try to snare Green at that price. With Antonio Smith also signing, the Cardinals have locked up all their restricted free agents.Source: ESPN.com Green, Jarvis - DE, NE (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-40, Sacks-6.5, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 22: Versatility is key in New England, and it keeps Green on the field even though he hasn't technically been a starter. Richard Seymour's 22 return to full health could cut into Green's chances, but look for the Patriots to find him spots. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Temper expectations with Seymour back. (Matt Schauf for SN) Green, Louis - LB, DEN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 18: Broncos LB Louis Green (neck) has resumed practicing. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Green is Denver's primary backup at 18 strong-side linebacker.Source: Rocky Mountain News Green, Mike - S, SEA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-6, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 25: Seahawks released S Mike Green. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Once a reliable reserve and spot starter in Chicago, Green has battled 25 injuries the past two seasons. He's 31 now, and his career could be over.Source: Seahawks Insider Blog Green, Roderick - LB, SF (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-3, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 26: 49ers re-signed OLB/LB Roderick Green. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Green is a solid pass-rushing presence, but he's little more than 26 a situational player. After signing with the 49ers halfway through last season, he finished with four tackles and two sacks. Greenway, Chad - LB, MIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-99, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-1 JUNE 30: Greenway missed the 2006 season because of a torn ACL, and he played at a lighter weight last year to keep stress off that knee. He's 30 a dependable run defender who moves well and makes plays from the weakside spot in Minnesota's Cover-2 defense. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Borderline starter with room to improve. (Rob Hurtt for SN) Greenwood, Morlon - LB, HOU (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-119, Sacks-1.0, Int.-1, TD-0 JUNE 30: Greenwood's three seasons in Houston seem to be photocopies of each other. He uses his speed to rack up tackles, but he won't be 30 confused with a playmaker. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Unspectacular starter who'll be there in the final rounds. (Rob Hurtt for SN) + Gregg, Kelly - DT, BAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-83, Sacks-3.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 12: Ravens DT Kelly Gregg recently underwent arthroscopic knee surgery. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: There are no signs that Gregg, a 12 key to Baltimore's run defense, will miss Week 1 but it's a situation to monitor in IDP leagues. He's a premier IDP DT.Source: Carroll County Times Gregory, Steve - CB, SD (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-2, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 25: Chargers signed DB Steve Gregory to a new four-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The deal takes him through 2011. The 25 Syracuse alum plays special teams and is a backup at free safety behind Eric Weddle. He can also play corner. Greisen, Nick - LB, BAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-24, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 13: Ravens re-signed LB Nick Greisen to a three-year, $4 million contract. The deal includes a $1 million signing bonus. FANTASY 13 SOURCE SPIN: Greisen made 13 tackles on special teams after signing with Baltimore as a street free agent early last season. He's also MLB Ray Lewis' top backup. Griffin, Cedric - CB, MIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-89, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-1 AUG. 7: Vikings CB Cedric Griffin may be the team's most improved starter this offseason, according to SI.com's Jim Trotter. FANTASY 7 SOURCE SPIN: Griffin, who finished third among all corners in tackles last year, is good in run support and has worked on his ball skills. We don't expect more than a few picks, but he's thrown at regularly by opponents and will make stops.Source: SI.com Griffin, Cornelius - DT, WAS (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-42, Sacks-2.5, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 11: New defensive coordinator Greg Blache recently called DT Cornelius Griffin to inform Griffin he's in the Redskins' plans for 2008. 11 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Griffin, 31, hasn't had more than six sacks in a season since 2004 and with a $6.16 million cap number, may still be asked to take a cut in pay. Blache also intends to upgrade Washington's down line rotation via April's draft. Griffin, Kris - LB, CLE (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 26: Browns signed LB Kris Griffin, a restricted free agent, to a one-year, $927,000 contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Griffin, 26 whose season ending on injured reserve, contributed 14 special teams tackles in 2007. He's healthy, but won't be a factor on defense. Griffin, Michael - S, TEN (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-42, Sacks-0.0, Int.-3, TD-0 FEB. 21: Titans DB Michael Griffin will stay at free safety this season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He began his NFL career at cornerback, but 21 the Titans are deep and setup well there. Griffin tallied three picks and seven pass breakups as a rookie. Grimes, Brent - CB, ATL (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-11, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 4: Falcons CB Brent Grimes is working with the first team as DeAngelo Hall's replacement. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Veteran 4 free-agent acquisition Von Hutchins may ideally be suited for nickel back. Grimes is becoming a practice legend after his momentum has led him to leap an equipment vehicle and execute a perfect back handspring on the back side of two separate plays. Impressive, but check back on Grimes once the exhibition games begin.Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Haggan, Mario - LB, BUF (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-13, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 9: The NFL suspended free agent LB Mario Haggan four games for violating the league's banned substance policy. FANTASY 9 SOURCE SPIN: Haggan, a special teamer, is still eligible to participate in training camp if he signs on with a team. As the Bills' top backup strong-side linebacker in 2007, Haggan made 20 tackles. He's drawn very little interest in free agency so far.Source: BuffaloBills.com Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 149 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Haggans, Clark - LB, ARI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-58, Sacks-4.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 26: Per NFL Network's Adam Schefter, the Cardinals have agreed to terms with free agent OLB Clark Haggans on a one-year 26 contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Haggans didn't draw much interest in free agency as a 3-4 system linebacker after leaving Pittsburgh, but the 31-year-old pass rusher will now be reunited with former Steelers assistants Ken Whisenhunt and Russ Grimm. + Hagler, Tyjuan - LB, IND (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-48, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 13: The Colts don't expect SLB Tyjuan Hagler (pectorals) to be available until October at the earliest. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 13 Hagler began camp on the physically-unable-to-perform list and could stay there into the season, which would cost him the first six games. Clint Session has a chance to be Indy's starting strongside linebacker in Week 1. Haley, Dennis - LB, SF (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JAN. 16: 49ers signed LB Dennis Haley, formerly of the Ravens. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Haley, who has spent time on Baltimore's 16 practice squad the past two seasons, will be given a look at inside linebacker during the offseason. C Hali, Tamba - DE, KC (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-59, Sacks-7.5, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 21: Chiefs DE Tamba Hali has struggled in the preseason. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He's played four total quarters and doesn't have 21 one sack. Hali isn't the most athletic end and is facing extremely agile left tackles at his new position on the weak side. He's taking time to adjust and could start the season slow.Source: Kansas City Star + Hall, DeAngelo - CB, OAK (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-70, Sacks-0.0, Int.-5, TD-1 AUG. 20: Raiders RCB DeAngelo Hall will not require surgery on his injured hand. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Hall has ligament damage and 20 may need to wear a brace for the rest of the preseason. It could cost him a pick or two early on, but Hall's tackling shouldn't be hindered much. A ton of balls will be going his way this year.Source: Associated Press Hall, James - DE, STL (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-53, Sacks-2.5, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 24: Rams re-signed DE James Hall to a two-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: In 15 starts last season, the 31-year-old Hall 24 showed he has little left. St. Louis got a total of 5.5 sacks from its defensive ends, and Hall had 2.5. If the Rams let this move affect their draft plans, they're making a big mistake. Hall might be better used as an interior wave rusher off the bench. Hamlin, Ken - S, DAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-62, Sacks-0.0, Int.-5, TD-0 JULY 15: Cowboys signed FS Ken Hamlin to a six-year, $39 million contract. The deal contains $15 million guaranteed, including a $9 million 15 signing bonus. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Hamlin, 27, joined Dallas last year on a relatively cheap one-year deal and capitalized. He had a career-high four picks, 15 breakups, and made his first Pro Bowl. Hamlin plays behind a stingy front seven and mans the deep middle, making him a mediocre pick in tackle-heavy IDP leagues, but this is a good signing for Dallas. He's now among the league's highest paid safeties.Source: ESPN.com Hampton, Casey - NT, PIT (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-33, Sacks-0.5, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 10: The Steelers activated NT Casey Hampton (weight) from the camp/PUP list. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The four-time Pro Bowler 10 wound up missing about 20 practices and a preseason game. Trusty backup Chris Hoke saw more reps in his place.Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Hanson, Joselio - CB, PHI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-44, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 1: Eagles re-signed restricted free agent CB Joselio Hanson to a one-year, $1.417 million contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Hanson, 1 26, made 52 tackles and broke up four passes as a sub-package corner in 2007. If Lito Sheppard is dealth, Hanson will be the Birds' nickel back. Haralson, Parys - LB, SF (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-34, Sacks-2.5, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 21: 49ers beat reporter Matt Maiocco believes Parys Haralson has the edge over Tully Banta-Cain to be the team's starting ROLB this 21 year. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: This is the prime pass rushing position in Mike Nolan's 3-4. TBC showed up to minicamps in shape after weighing 280 at this time last year, but he'll need to show more explosion. Neither player is an established sack artist yet.Source: Santa Rosa Press Democrat Hargrove, Tony - DE, BUF (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-21, Sacks-1.5, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 26: A warrant has been issued for suspended free agent DE Anthony Hargrove. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Hargrove ignored a judge's 26 order to do 200 hours of community service at the Boys and Girls Club of Rochester. That sentence came after he broke a police officer's glasses in a struggle last summer. Hargrove can kiss his NFL career goodbye at this point.Source: WHEC.com + Harper, Nick - CB, TEN (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-78, Sacks-0.0, Int.-3, TD-0 AUG. 10: Nick Harper left Saturday's game with a mild concussion on the first play from scrimmage. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Reynaldo 10 Hill replaced him at left cornerback. Harper suffered a more serious concussion last season in addition to a neck injury, so this is something to keep an eye on.Source: Nashville City Paper Harper, Roman - S, NO (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-82, Sacks-4.0, Int.-3, TD-1 JUNE 18: Harper likely is best known among football fans as the guy the Saints tried to trade for Jeremy Shockey. IDP owners know him as 18 easily the most (only?) useful defensive back in New Orleans. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: A multi-category contributor on a burgeoning defense. (Matt Schauf for SN) Harrell, Justin - DT, GB (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-16, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 25: Packers placed DT Justin Harrell on the physically unable to perform list. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Harrell, who is in North 25 Carolina seeking a second opinion on his bad back, will miss at least the first six weeks of the season. The Packers are suddenly very shallow on the interior of their line, and are reportedly exploring trade scenarios. Harris, Chris - S, CAR (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-93, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 25: Chris Harris (groin) returned to Panthers practice Monday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: After missing three weeks of practice, Harris 25 may get a few snaps in Carolina's preseason finale. He'll be ready to go for Week 1 and is worth a look in shallow IDP leagues.Source: Rock Hill Herald For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 150 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Harris, David - LB, NYJ (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-121, Sacks-5.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 22: Jets ILB David Harris anticipates making "a lot more plays" while being shielded by new 360-pound nose tackle Kris 22 Jenkins. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "Playing behind Jenk is lovely," said Harris. "He demands a double team. No one man can block him. He's a perfect fit for the 3-4. He's going to create a lot more space for me." Harris has a chance to lead the NFL in tackles this year.Source: Newark Star-Ledger Harris, Marques - LB, SD (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-11, Sacks-1.5, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 2: Chargers re-signed restricted free agent OLB Marques Harris to a one-year, $1.417 million contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 2 Harris is a fine special teamer, but his defensive role is diminishing. Jyles Tucker and Carlos Polk are likely ahead of him behind Shawne Merriman and Shaun Phillips. It was a surprise that Harris got a second-round tender. Harris, Napoleon - LB, KC (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-115, Sacks-1.5, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 4: The Chiefs have reportedly become "disenchanted" with Napoleon Harris. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: As have all the other NFL 4 teams that have employed him. Harris is currently lining up as a backup behind scrap-heap pickup Pat Thomas.Source: Kansas City Star Harris, Nate - LB, KC (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-3, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 30: Chiefs waived LB Nate Harris and OT Ken Shackleford. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Harris was no longer needed with Pat Thomas, 30 Napoleon Harris and Donnie Edwards all capable of playing middle linebacker. Shackleford is unlikely to have an NFL career. Harris, Tommie - DT, CHI (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-35, Sacks-8.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 22: Harris, an elite tackle when he is in the lineup, would benefit from a full season of health. He hasn't had that in either of the past two 22 seasons. He recently signed a record contract, making him the NFL's richest DT. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: This could be his first 10-sack season. (Matt Schauf for SN) + Harrison, Arnold - LB, PIT (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-1, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 29: Steelers backup LB Arnold Harrison suffered a torn ACL in Thursday's game against the Panthers. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: No 29 word yet on whether it's the same ACL he tore back in 2006. Harrison will be placed on injured reserve, ending his season.Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Harrison, James - LB, PIT (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-86, Sacks-8.5, Int.-1, TD-0 JUNE 30: Originally an undrafted free agent, Harrison finally earned a full-time starting job five years after his first NFL camp. Given that fact, 30 he should be considered a product of the Steelers' zone blitz scheme rather than an up-and-coming defender. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: As long as he keeps getting sacks, owners won't care about the distinction. (Rob Hurtt for SN) Harrison, Kevin - LB, BUF (Bye week: 6) FEB. 14: Bills waived LB Kevin Harrison and CB E.J. Underwood. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Harrison tore his ACL after appearing in one 14 game in 2007. Underwood, a veteran of practice squads, never made it to the active roster last season. Harrison, Rodney - S, NE (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-66, Sacks-2.0, Int.-1, TD-0 JUNE 18: Harrison has missed 24 starts over the last three seasons, but he can still put up numbers when he's on the field. We know the Pats 18 don't keep players unless they find them useful. At the very least, Harrison can get you AARP discounts. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Make sure you draft insurance. (Matt Schauf for SN) Hart, Clinton - S, SD (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-82, Sacks-1.0, Int.-5, TD-0 APRIL 7: Chargers signed SS Clinton Hart to a five-year extension through 2012. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Hart, originally undrafted, paid 7 his dues on special teams before taking over as a full-time player in 2007. He finished third on the Bolts with 85 stops and picked off five passes. Hart isn't much of an IDP playing behind a stingy and talented front seven, but has emerged as a quality NFL starter. Hatcher, Jason - DE, DAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-27, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-1 APRIL 25: The Cowboys are contemplating moving DE Jason Hatcher into the starting lineup. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: They are also 25 thinking about moving NT Jay Ratliff back to end. In related news, there is talk about moving DE Marcus Spears out of the lineup and possibly off the team in a draft-day trade. Spears has just 4.5 sacks in three years after being selected as a 2005 first-rounder.Source: Fort Worth Star-Telegram + Hawk, A.J. - LB, GB (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-104, Sacks-1.0, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 18: The Packers are calling A.J. Hawk "week to week" with a chest sprain. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Hawk has just under three weeks 18 before Green Bay's Sept. 8 opener. Brandon Chillar is currently running with the first unit on the weak side. Hawkins, Brent - LB, JAC (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-9, Sacks-3.5, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 5: The Jaguars have moved Brent Hawkins back to linebacker, his college position. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Not a great sign for his 5 chances of making the team, although they weren't much better at defensive end. Hawkins' January DUI also didn't help. He had four sacks as a reserve in 2007, but may do less pass rushing at the SAM.Source: Florida Times-Union Hayden, Kelvin - CB, IND (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-83, Sacks-0.0, Int.-3, TD-0 JUNE 22: Hayden still is learning the cornerback position after moving from receiver late in his college career. He learned enough, however, to 22 step into the lineup in his third season and tie Bob Sanders for second on the team in solo tackles. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Look for continued improvement. (Matt Schauf for SN) + Haye, Jovan - DE, TB (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-68, Sacks-6.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 1: Bucs DT Jovan Haye left Thursday's practice with a "potentially serious groin strain." FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Gruden insisted the 1 injury was not serious, but defensive coordinator Monte Kiffin called it a "real significant injury." We should know more in the next few days.Source: St. Petersburg Times Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 151 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Haynesworth, Albert - DT, TEN (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-40, Sacks-6.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 27: To avoid being franchise tagged in 2009, Albert Haynesworth needs to reach one of four incentives involved in his one-year, $7.25 27 million contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He'll avoid the tag if he 1) makes the Pro Bowl, 2) plays in 60% of the Titans' defensive snaps, 3) plays in 53% of the snaps and the Titans win 10 games, or 4) plays 53% of the snaps and Tennessee has a top-five defense. Haynesworth's chances seem pretty good. He played 53% of the snaps in 2007, the Titans won 10 games, and finished fifth overall in defense.Source: Nashville Tennessean Hayward, Reggie - DE, JAC (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-18, Sacks-3.5, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 22: Reggie Hayward, the former stalwart coming off two injury-plagued seasons, will make his 2008 preseason debut Saturday. 22 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: If he can prove healthy, rookie Derrick Harvey will lose some leverage in his never-ending holdout.Source: Florida Times Union Henderson, E.J. - LB, MIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-119, Sacks-4.5, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 6: As the starter in the middle in Minnesota, Henderson racks up tackles. He is a hard hitter, and it helps to have linemen Kevin Williams 6 and Pat Williams freeing his path. Henderson is not much of a playmaker, so the sack total last season was a pleasant surprise. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Reliable, safe choice. (Rob Hurtt for SN) Henderson, John - DT, JAC (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-38, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JAN. 11: Jaguars DT John Henderson returned to full practice Thursday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: There was some question about 11 Henderson's status after he struggled to play through an early hamstring which ultimately forced him out of last Saturday's game. He is expected to play against the Patriots Saturday. Henry, Anthony - CB, DAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-36, Sacks-0.0, Int.-6, TD-1 JUNE 23: After Adam Jones took some first-team reps at OTAs, Cowboys CB Anthony Henry expressed concern that he might be replaced as a 23 starter. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "I knew what time it was when the transaction happened at the draft," Henry said of Jones' acquisition. "It's just a matter of when. Maybe when is now." We don't expect Jones to overtake Henry before Week 1, but the depth chart is liable to change in-season, especially if Henry has to play more safety.Source: Dallas Morning News Herndon, Kelly - CB, TEN (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-2, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 7: Titans released CB Kelly Herndon. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Herndon, 31, would've cost $1.4 million to keep. It appears Eric 7 King, Reynaldo Hill, and possibly a rookie will battle for nickel duties in camp. + Herring, Will - LB, SEA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 26: Seahawks placed LB Will Herring on PUP and T William Robinson on IR. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Herring is dealing with a 26 knee injury, and could be activated after the sixth week of the season, depending on the Seahawks' situation at linebacker. Robinson was carted off the field in Seattle's first preseason game with an ankle injury. He needs to spend the year bulking up. Hicks, Eric - DE, NYJ (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-17, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 21: The Redskins will host free agent DE Eric Hicks on Monday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Hicks, 32, couldn't crack the Jets' thin 21 rotation in 2007 so there's no reason to think he can still play. The 'Skins may be looking at him as a camp body.Source: ESPN Insider Hill, Leroy - LB, SEA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-81, Sacks-3.0, Int.-0, TD-1 MARCH 30: The Seahawks are interested in signing LB LeRoy Hill to an extension. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Hill is in the final season of 30 his rookie contract. The 25-year-old has been a solid starter on the weak side since 2005. He forced three fumbles last year. Hill, Renaldo - S, MIA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-32, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 1: Dolphins DBs Renaldo Hill (ACL surgery) and Michael Lehan (ankle) have been practicing at training camp. FANTASY SOURCE 1 SPIN: Hill is running with the third-team defense and seems unlikely to be on the final roster. Andre Goodman and Will Allen appear locked in as Miami's starting corners, leaving Lehan to battle Travis Daniels for nickel work. Hill, Reynaldo - CB, TEN (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-12, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 FEB. 28: The Titans extended restricted free agent CB Reynaldo Hill a low tender. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Hill played a lot as a rookie, but 28 is best suited as a dime back and special teamer. The 2005 seventh-round pick had 19 stops and one INT in 2007. Hill, Tye - CB, STL (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-34, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 MARCH 29: Rams CB Tye Hill is expected to participate in OTAs and minicamp. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Hill recently had the pins 29 removed from wrist and thumb surgery and has only recently begun lifting weights. His career has been slowed due to injuries and confidence issues, so this season is crucial for his development. Hobbs, Ellis - CB, NE (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-64, Sacks-1.0, Int.-1, TD-1 AUG. 11: Patriots CB Ellis Hobbs (shoulder, groin) has resumed practicing with the first-team defense. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Hobbs is 11 coming off two early-offseason surgeries, but should be 100 percent now. He will be the Patriots' top corner this season and an interesting pick in IDP leagues. Opponents will likely throw often against New England again.Source: Boston Globe C Hobson, Victor - LB, NE (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-62, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 11: Victor Hobson has reportedly struggled in his transition from outside to inside linebacker with the Patriots. FANTASY SOURCE 11 SPIN: Hobson has reportedly been engulfed and pushed out of plays while running as a backup behind Tedy Bruschi and Jerod Mayo. He's not in the mix to start and wouldn't be hard to cut if he doesn't show well on special teams.Source: Boston Globe Holliday, Vonnie - DT, MIA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-42, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 22: Asked Tuesday about his opinion of the Jason Taylor trade, Vonnie Holliday said "I don't quite understand the move. What exactly 22 are we doing?" FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Not smart, Vonnie. Holliday is on the roster bubble as is, with Kendall Langford, Matt Roth, Phillip Merling, and Rodrique Wright candidates to replace him. It's doubtful he'd get the $1.65 million he's due from Miami anywhere else.Source: South Florida Sun-Sentinel This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 152 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE + Holly, Daven - CB, CLE (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-46, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 22: Browns signed restricted free agent CB Daven Holly to a one-year, $1.417 million contract. He was subsequently waived/injured. 22 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He'll go on I.R. once he clears waivers. Even though the Browns were nice enough to pay him for this year, it's an extremely unfortunate injury for Holly. His 2009 free agent market value is crushed due to a blown out knee.Source: Profootballtalk.com Holt, Terrence - S, CAR (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-69, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 20: Panthers signed S Terrence Holt, formerly of the Cardinals. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Holt is only 28 and can lay some wood, 20 but has flopped every time he's been given a chance to start at free safety. The Panthers should add another prospect in the draft. For now, Holt is behind only Nate Salley at the position. Hope, Chris - S, TEN (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-49, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-0 JUNE 22: Even before a neck injury ended his season in November, Hope was well behind his torrid '06 pace. He's back practicing after January 22 surgery, however, and a return to his solid numbers from his days in Pittsburgh would help. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Great value in the late rounds. (Matt Schauf for SN) + Houston, Chris - CB, ATL (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-55, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 17: Falcons CB Chris Houston has missed the first two preseason games with a dislocated left shoulder. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 17 Houston has begun to take part in practice, but he's not yet ready for game action.Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Howard, Darren - DE, PHI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-8, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 20: Eagles defensive coordinator Jim Johnson has been tinkering with using Darren Howard at left end and Juqua Parker in some 20 packages. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: They'd do this on passing downs, with SLB Chris Gocong coming off. Howard appears to be entrenched as the Birds' third end and will often rush from the interior. Parker looks like a nice gamble in deeper sack-heavy IDP leagues.Source: Philadelphia Inquirer & Daily News Howard, Thomas - LB, OAK (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-96, Sacks-1.0, Int.-6, TD-2 JULY 24: Raiders WLB Thomas Howard was reportedly running "stride-for-stride" with Darren McFadden during one minicamp practice. 24 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The fleet-footed Howard ran 4.42 at the 2006 Combine. Apparently he's sped up, because D-Mac ran 4.33 in April. Howard, whose six INTs were the most by a linebacker since Ray Lewis in 2003, is a true homerun threat after every pick.Source: Oakland Tribune Huff, Michael - S, OAK (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-87, Sacks-1.0, Int.-1, TD-0 JUNE 22: Word out of Oakland was the team shopped Huff this offseason. Now, he finds himself in the middle of a high-priced, talented 22 secondary. Ideally, Gibril Wilson will help him continue his statistical rise without taking away chances. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Talented youngster might have to carve out a niche. (Matt Schauf for SN) Huntley, Kevin - DE, PIT (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-3, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 16: Steelers waived DE Kevin Huntley. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Huntley was signed on August 13, but he failed his physical. 16 + Hutchins, Von - CB, ATL (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-94, Sacks-0.5, Int.-1, TD-0 JULY 28: Falcons CB Von Hutchins had surgery to repair a Lisfranc fracture Monday. He was placed on the Physically Unable to Perform list, 28 but will not play in 2008. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Hutchins, Atlanta's projected nickel back behind Chris Houston and Brent Grimes, got hurt on the first day of training camp. The former Texan signed a $9 million deal in March and was the team's most experienced corner. Atlanta's secondary looks awful on paper. Keep that in mind for fantasy matchup purposes.Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Ingram, Clint - LB, JAC (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-32, Sacks-1.0, Int.-1, TD-1 JUNE 25: Clint Ingram enters training camp as Jacksonville's fourth linebacker. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: We wrote about Justin Durant 25 moving on to the first team at linebacker a month ago, and the change stuck. Durant is looking like the starting WLB, with Mike Peterson in the middle and Darryl Smith moving to Ingram's old SLB spot. Durant looks like a IDP sleeper.Source: sportingnews.com Izzo, Larry - LB, NE (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 22: Patriots re-signed LB Larry Izzo. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It's almost certainly for the minimum, which is about $860,000 this 22 year. Izzo, an aging core special teamer, has been the Pats' teams captain since '01. Jackson, D'Qwell - LB, CLE (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-101, Sacks-1.0, Int.-1, TD-0 JULY 6: Jackson is an instinctive linebacker who gets to the ball carrier quickly. He has been solid in his first two seasons, and the Browns' 6 offseason additions on the D-line could help him increase his effectiveness. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Late-round linebacker with room to grow in value. (Rob Hurtt for SN) Jackson, Dexter - S, CIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-71, Sacks-0.5, Int.-2, TD-0 JULY 22: Dexter Jackson was listed as the starting strong safety on Cincinnati's preliminary training camp depth chart, ahead of Chinedum 22 Ndukwe. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Marvin Lewis may be deferring to the veteran incumbent here. This is a big IDP camp battle to watch, as Ndukwe has enormous potential if he wins the job.Source: bengals.com Jackson, Eddie - CB, WAS (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-1, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 9: Redskins released CB Eddie Jackson and re-signed LB Rian Wallace. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Purely a camp move. Wallace 9 probably won't make the final roster.Source: Washington Post Jackson, Grady - DT, ATL (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-29, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 28: The Falcons signed DT Grady Jackson to a one-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It's hard to say how much the 35-year-old 28 has left (odds are not much), but the Falcons' line needed girth. Jackson will push Montavious Stanley for snaps.Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Jackson, Marlin - CB, IND (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-88, Sacks-0.5, Int.-1, TD-0 JUNE 22: Jackson paired with Kelvin Hayden to improve the Colts' corner play after Nick Harper and Jason David left town as free agents. 22 Jackson should still have room to add to his tackle total and the number of plays he makes against the pass. A mere five pass defenses was his lone shortcoming. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Lacks a bit of Hayden's upside. (Matt Schauf for SN) Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 153 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Jackson, Tanard - S, TB (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-50, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-0 FEB. 19: Bucs FS Tanard Jackson underwent surgery on his MCL after last season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He was hurt in the playoff loss 19 to the Giants. It was just a scope, and Jackson should be fine by OTAs. The rangy former college corner had an All-Rookie caliber first year, with two picks, two fumble recoveries, and 13 breakups. James, Bradie - LB, DAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-101, Sacks-3.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 29: Cowboys ILB Bradie James will wear the team's defensive communicator in his helmet this season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 29 James is an every-down player, so he was the logical choice. The Cowboys also could've considered FS Ken Hamlin, but he isn't even under contract yet. James has never been a huge playmaker, but he's a solid bet for 100 tackles.Source: Fort Worth Star-Telegram James, Erasmus - DE, WAS (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-7, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 11: Redskins DE Erasmus James will be activated from the PUP list. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Knee injuries have hindered James to 11 the point where anything the Redskins get out of him should be considered a bonus, but with their lack of depth it's worth a shot. Defensive end Kevin Huntley was released to create roster space.Source: Washington Post James, William - CB, BUF (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-30, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 MARCH 25: Will James is expected to compete with Jabari Greer for the Bills' starting right cornerback job. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 25 "We feel strongly that he can compete for a starting job and he'll have that opportunity as everybody does here. Whoever wins it gets it," head coach Dick Jauron told Buffalobills.com. He's likely just trying to motivate James, who is more likely to compete with Ashton Youboty for a job as the nickel back. Jammer, Quentin - CB, SD (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-61, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 MARCH 30: Jammer is entering his seventh season and is finally getting the respect he longs for and has, in fact, deserved for a while. He 30 probably won't ever lead the league in interceptions as Antonio Cromartie did, and he is not the athlete his younger counterpart is. (Kevin Acee for SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It's hard to believe Jammer has been in the league this long. He's a solid player, but not an IDP league player. + Jeanty, Rashad - LB, CIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-32, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 10: Bengals LB Rashad Jeanty (leg) and S Herana-Daze Jones (groin) are likely to be out until the third or fourth preseason games. 10 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Jeanty is supposed to be competing with Ahmad Brooks and Darryl Blackstock to start at strong-side linebacker this season.Source: Cincinnati Enquirer Jefferson, Jason - DT, BUF (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-11, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 26: Bills signed restricted free agent DL Jason Jefferson to a one-year, $927,000 contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Jefferson isn't 26 starting material, but can play three of the four defensive line spots. He'll still only be on the roster if Buffalo keeps five DTs in 2008. Jenkins, Cullen - DE, GB (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-44, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 23: Packers DL Cullen Jenkins has mostly practiced at defensive tackle this offseason. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Jenkins started at 23 right end in 2007, but had only one sack and no forced fumbles. He will probably kick back outside when DT Johnny Jolly heals up, barring an unlikely Jason Taylor trade, but IDP expectations should be low.Source: Green Bay Press-Gazette Jenkins, Kris - DT, NYJ (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-38, Sacks-2.5, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 27: Jets NT Kris Jenkins checked into camp at 359 pounds. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: At the end of last season with the Panthers, he 27 weighed 390 pounds. The mammoth tackle says it's been "a long time" since he was down to his current weight. Jenkins must stay at a prescribed weight if he wants to pick up contract bonuses.Source: New York Daily News Jennings, Kelly - CB, SEA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-55, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 18: Coach Mike Holmgren indicated at the Seahawks' last minicamp that CB Kelly Jennings is no lock to return as a starter in 2008. 18 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "Marcus Trufant will be one corner," Holmgren said. "Then we have a bunch of guys battling that are playing very well at the other corner." 2007 second-round pick Josh Wilson and Jordan Babineaux may be threats to Jennings.Source: ESPN.com Jimoh, Ade - CB, NE (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 21: Patriots released CB Ade Jimoh. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He'll probably catch on in-season with someone needing a special 21 teamer.Source: Boston Globe Joe, Leon - LB, DET (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 25: Lions signed free agent LB Leon Joe. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Joe couldn't make the Buccaneers last year. 25 Johnson, Brandon - LB, CIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 4: Brandon Johnson has been elevated to starting weak-side linebacker on the Bengals' first depth chart of training camp. FANTASY 4 SOURCE SPIN: Johnson, who Carson Palmer called the team's MVP through the first week of camp, is ahead of Jim Maxwell and unsigned rookie Keith Rivers. This is a very tackle-friendly position. The winner could easily reach 100 stops.Source: Cincinnati Enquirer Johnson, Charles - DE, CAR (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-2, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 14: Charles Johnson is the leading candidate to start at left defensive end for the Panthers this season, according to the AP. FANTASY 14 SOURCE SPIN: Johnson has reportedly looked "lean and quick" at OTAs and has a slight edge on Tyler Brayton and Stanley McClover. A prospective rotation limits Johnson's IDP upside, but he showed in the SEC that he can get to the passer. Johnson, Derrick - LB, KC (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-93, Sacks-4.0, Int.-2, TD-0 JULY 6: Johnson has been a frustrating player because his production doesn't seem to match his talent level. He can cover the field and make 6 big plays, but he still is looking for his first 100-tackle season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Great late pick; he'll either break through or be easily dropped when you need a bye-week replacement. (Rob Hurtt for SN) Johnson, Ed - DT, IND (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-41, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 2: The Indianapolis Star reports the Colts signed Johnson to a one-year deal worth $370,000. 2 For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 154 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Johnson, Jarret - DE, BAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-58, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 16: Last season was Johnson's first as a starting outside linebacker, and he played well despite learning a new position. Johnson has 16 picked up where he left off. Johnson doesn't make spectacular plays, but he is always in the right position. He has a good nose for the ball, and rarely misses a tackle. Any doubts about his future as a starter have been erased. (Mike Preston for SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Johnson still will need to do more than what he did in 2007 to garner IDP consideration. Johnson, Landon - LB, CAR (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-104, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-1 JULY 27: Landon Johnson is currently running as the Panthers' second-string strong-side linebacker. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Na'il Diggs is 27 with the ones, with Thomas Davis now Carolina's starter on the more tackle-friendly weak side. The Diggs-Johnson battle is no longer of much IDP concern. The winner will come off the field on third downs.Source: Charlotte Observer Johnson, Michael - S, NYG (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-22, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 20: Giants safety coach Dave Merritt said that right now Michael Johnson is the starter at free safety. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He 20 might be right now, but that's likely because Kenny Phillips has to earn the spot as a rookie. Merritt said that Phillips has impressed both in the tape room and on the field during minicamps, but for now they want him to learn both positions.Source: Newsday Johnson, Spencer - DT, BUF (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-22, Sacks-3.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 2: Spencer Johnson's five-year contract with the Bills is worth $17.5 million, including $6 million in guarantees. FANTASY SOURCE 2 SPIN: We wonder what Marv Levy thinks about the Bills' moves so far. A former undrafted free agent, Johnson doesn't have much tape on him after playing behind the Williams' in Minnesota. To our knowledge, no other teams were pursuing him before he signed with Buffalo. Johnson, Tank - DT, DAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-11, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 2: Johnson, suspended for the first six games of last season, never really found a comfort zone last year. Now, he has an entire 2 off-season to get indoctrinated into the defense. (Jean-Jacques Taylor for SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Helps Cowboys defense/special teams union, but Johnson does not stand alone in IDP leagues. + Johnson, Travis - NT, HOU (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-41, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 MAY 20: Texans DT Travis Johnson is sitting out offseason practices due to a pelvic injury. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Johnson, a starter, 20 "has missed a lot of time," according to coach Gary Kubiak. "I'm concerned. He's way behind . . . from a physical standpoint."Source: Houston Chronicle Johnson, Trevor - DE, KC (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-9, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 12: Chiefs signed DE Trevor Johnson to a one-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He was last with the Rams, but is unlikely to 12 make Kansas City's final roster. C Jolly, Johnny - DT, GB (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-21, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 27: Packers DT Johnny Jolly Jr.'s court date on charges of felony drug possession has been rescheduled for Sept. 16. FANTASY 27 SOURCE SPIN: It was originally set for Aug. 27. The interior pass rusher is in danger of being suspended 1-2 games. We should know before Week 1.Source: Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel Jones, David - CB, CIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-1, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 30: Bengals DB David Jones has emerged as the No. 3 cornerback early in camp. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Jones was drafted in the 30 fifth round by the Saints last season and subsequently waived before the Bengals signed him. Deltha O'Neal has fallen from last year's starter at mid-season to fourth cornerback at present.Source: Cincinnati Enquirer Jones, Derrick - DE, BUF (Bye week: 6) AUG. 7: Bills signed DE Derrick Jones. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Jones spent most of last season on the Falcons practice squad before being 7 activated for Week 17. He was released by Atlanta in June.Source: BuffaloBills.com Jones, Dhani - LB, CIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-86, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 5: The Bengals' revised defense will use interior tackles to control gaps and shield the linebackers, opening them up to make hits on ball 5 carriers. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Rookie nose Pat Sims is key to this scheme alongside Domata Peko. If the plan is executed correctly, the Bengals' linebackers stand to benefit with big numbers. MLB Dhani Jones could be a 120-tackle player if it works right.Source: Cincinnati Enquirer Jones, Edgar - LB, BAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-2, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 11: With Daniel Wilcox and Quinn Sypniewski injured, the Ravens asked LB Edgar Jones to line up at tight end during their first 11 post-draft minicamp. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Former Western Michigan C Joe Reitz and Florida State QB Xavier Lee are also working behind Todd Heap. Someone's going to make the roster as a sleeper backup. It's a situation to keep track of because Heap is injury prone.Source: Baltimore Sun Jones, Herana-Daze - S, CIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-4, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 13: Bengals re-signed S Herana-Daze Jones to a one-year, $445,000 contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Jones will be a restricted free 13 agent in 2009. The special teams standout won't be considered for the Bengals' potential vacancies at both safety spots. Jones, Nathan - CB, MIA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-15, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 14: Dolphins signed DB Nathan Jones to a two-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He'll be a dime back or fifth corner and 14 special teamer in Miami. + Jones, Sean - S, CLE (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-96, Sacks-0.5, Int.-5, TD-0 AUG. 23: Sean Jones was limited in practice this week due to general soreness and won't play in Saturday's preseason game against the Lions. 23 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Nick Sorensen will get the nod in Jones' place with Mike Adams taking the other safety spot.Source: NFL.com Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 155 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Jordan, Akeem - LB, PHI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-9, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 18: Akeem Jordan is expected to be the Eagles' fourth linebacker this year. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Something to keep in mind for 18 deep IDP leaguers. He's a pure WILL 'backer, so if Stewart Bradley fails in the middle, Omar Gaither would likely take over there with Jordan starting on the weak side. Jordan made a pair of late-season starts in 2007 and racked up 14 combined tackles (12 solo).Source: philadelphiaeagles.com June, Cato - LB, TB (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-74, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 JULY 1: The Bucs plan to move Cato June to weakside linebacker after Derrick Brooks retires. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Brooks, 35, has 1 two years left on his contract but could retire after 2008. June is signed through 2009, so perhaps the Bucs will look to extend his deal after this season. June had only 69 tackles on the strong side last year.Source: sportingnews.com Kaesviharn, Kevin - S, NO (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-29, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 12: Kevin Kaesviharn reportedly has the early edge to be New Orleans' starting free safety. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Incumbent Josh 12 Bullocks is coming off knee surgery and didn't play well enough in 2007 to have his job guaranteed. The Saints' front seven talent has improved, so the winner of this battle is unlikely to be a big producer.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune Kalu, N.D. - DE, HOU (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-13, Sacks-3.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 19: Texans re-signed DL N.D. Kalu to a one-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Kalu, 32, is only 6'3/265, but the Texans like 19 using him off the bench at both end and defensive tackle. He made 13 stops and had three sacks in 2007. Kampman, Aaron - DE, GB (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-64, Sacks-12.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 22: Kampman continues to show that the Packers did the wise thing by keeping him from free agency. The top-notch stats are plain to 22 see, but don't overlook that he has missed just one game in his four seasons as a full-time starter. That one contest came in the final week last year, after playoff position had been determined. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: You can't beat the production-durability combo. (Matt Schauf for SN) + Kassell, Brad - LB, NYJ (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-14, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 9: Jets placed ILB Brad Kassell on injured reserve with a knee injury. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The backup linebacker injured his 9 knee attempting to sack Brady Quinn in Friday's game.Source: Newsday Kearse, Jevon - DE, TEN (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-12, Sacks-3.5, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 12: The Titans reportedly still envision LE Jevon Kearse as a full-time player. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He's working once a day in 12 camp and will be held out of some in-season practices, but no other Titans end has obviously stepped up to push him for snaps. Kearse is 32 and in decline, though, so big stats can't be expected.Source: Nashville Tennessean Keiaho, Freddy - LB, IND (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-81, Sacks-0.5, Int.-1, TD-0 JULY 7: Colts coach Tony Dungy revealed that WLB Freddie Keiaho played through a sore elbow all last season and expects him to return as a 7 starter in 2008. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The only thing that prevented Keiaho from being a stud IDP last year was his shaky durability. In the 11 weeks he did play, Keiaho averaged over seven tackles a game. He could easily approach 120 tackles if he stays healthy.Source: colts.com Kelley, Ethan - DT, CLE (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-24, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 9: The Giants hosted free agent DL Ethan Kelley on Monday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It was his second visit; Kelley met with the 9 Bengals in March. He is coming off microfracture surgery and it is uncertain if Kelley could pass a physical.Source: New York Daily News Kelly, Brian - CB, DET (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-21, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-0 JULY 5: One of the many former Bucs on Detroit's roster is Kelly, who will move immediately into a starting position. Kelly, along with fellow 5 cornerback Leigh Bodden, will bring something the Lions have lacked in recent years -- toughness at the line of scrimmage. Not just in run support, but mostly in jamming receivers and altering their routes -- one of the keys to the Tampa Two. Kelly still has decent speed, but his strength is in his knowledge and instincts in zones, not in man-to-man coverage. (Tom Kowalski for SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Kelly had only one fantasy-relevant season, and that came in 2002. Avoid Kelly. Kelly, Tommy - DE, OAK (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-30, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 9: Raiders DT Tommy Kelly (ACL surgery) played well Friday night against the 49ers. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Kelly was a 9 "disruptive force" throughout the first quarter in his first game since tearing his ACL last October. The extra weight he's carrying must not be a problem.Source: San Francisco Chronicle Kelsay, Chris - DE, BUF (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-44, Sacks-2.5, Int.-1, TD-1 FEB. 7: Bills DE Chris Kelsay had surgery on a torn tendon in his ankle four days after the season ended. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Kelsay 7 saw his 75 consecutive games played streak end as he was bothered by ankle issues over the second half of last year. He was able to finish the season playing, and says he is pain-free, but isn't expected to be 100% for OTAs. Ryan Denney, Kelsay's primary back-up, is also expected to be hampered by foot issues. Kennedy, Jimmy - DT, JAC (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-2, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 5: Bears declined to match DT Jimmy Kennedy's one-year, $655,000 offer sheet, making Kennedy a Jacksonville Jaguar. FANTASY 5 SOURCE SPIN: Multiple teams have tried converting Kennedy, 28, into a nose tackle, but he's always been a penetrator. The former first-round pick could make an impact as a wave player for aggressive defensive coordinator Gregg Williams. Kennedy, Kenoy - S, DET (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-88, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-0 MARCH 14: Lions released S Kenoy Kennedy. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The writing was on the wall when they signed Kalvin Pearson and 14 Dwight Smith. Kennedy, who made 88 stops and forced two fumbles in 2007, can still hit but isn't the cover man he once was. He will generate some interest. Kerney, Patrick - DE, SEA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-62, Sacks-14.5, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 16: Patrick Kerney will sit out of the Seahawks' preseason game against the Bears on Saturday night because of a sore left calf. 16 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Kerney has said that he plans on taking it easy this preseason in order to be fresher for the year. He would've lined up against right tackle John Tait.Source: Chicago Sun-Times This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 156 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Kershaw, William - LB, NO (Bye week: 9) MAY 28: Saints signed LB William Kershaw, LB Chris Graham, and DB Tuff Harris. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Kershaw spent a portion of 28 the 2008 offseason with the Denver Broncos before being waived in April. Harris spent the 2007 season with the Dolphins.Source: Baton Rouge Advocate Killings, Cedric - DT, HOU (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-1, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 29: Former Texans and Redskins DL Cedric Killings has retired from football. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Killings broke his neck during 29 the 2007 season. He played five seasons. + Kirschke, Travis - DE, PIT (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-26, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 6: Steelers DE Travis Kirschke recently had bone spurs removed from his right ankle and has been on crutches. FANTASY SOURCE 6 SPIN: He is expected to be 100 percent for the start of training camp.Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review Kiwanuka, Mathias - DE, NYG (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-44, Sacks-4.5, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 25: The Giants have moved Mathias Kiwanuka from strong-side linebacker to defensive end. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It's unclear if 25 Kiwi will play left or right end; Justin Tuck currently tops the depth chart at LE. Kiwanuka's sack potential increases, but he'd be an undesirable IDP unless he has eligibility as a lineman. The position switch decreases the likelihood of Michael Strahan coming out of retirement.Source: New York Post Klecko, Dan - DT, PHI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-6, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 9: The Eagles have moved Dan Klecko back to defensive tackle. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Coach Andy Reid has scrapped the idea of 9 making Klecko a full-time fullback, which explains the team's acquisition of Luke Lawton. Klecko will have a hard time making the roster at tackle, a deep position for the Birds.Source: philadelphiaeagles.com Knight, Sammy - S, NYG (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-93, Sacks-0.0, Int.-4, TD-0 JUNE 22: View Knight's release by the Jaguars as more of a sign Jacksonville likes the kids it has at safety more than an indication that Knight 22 is done. The first-round selection of Kenny Phillips likely means Knight won't be around for long, but he'll be useful while he's there. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Still a productive IDP player provided he's starting. (Matt Schauf for SN) Koutouvides, Niko - LB, DEN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-4, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 21: The Broncos plan to name their new starting middle linebacker next week. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Nate Webster will start 21 Denver's third exhibition game, indicating he may have a slight edge. Niko Koutouvides is listed behind him on the depth chart.Source: Rocky Mountain News Kriewaldt, Clint - LB, PIT (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-1, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 17: Free agent LB Clint Kriewaldt's career is reportedly in jeopardy due to a neck injury. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Once a top 17 special teamer and backup inside 'backer, Kriewaldt was cut by the Steelers this winter. He's 32, so it'd be a surprise if he plays again. LaBoy, Travis - DE, ARI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-12, Sacks-6.0, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 22: Travis LaBoy "appears to have moved past" Bertrand Berry at weak outside linebacker in Arizona. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 22 LaBoy blew up in the last preseason game and is getting paid big bucks. He'll start Saturday. Unless he has DL eligibility in your IDP league, though, he'll probably be inconsistent. Berry no longer looks like an option.Source: Arizona Republic Ladouceur, L.P. - DE, DAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 14: Cowboys re-signed LS L.P. Ladouceur to a five-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Ladouceur, who would've been a restricted 14 free agent, is now signed through 2012. He recorded three tackles in kick coverage last season. Landri, Derek - DT, JAC (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-11, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JAN. 8: Rookie Jaguars DT Derek Landri may fill in once again for injured starter John Henderson against the Patriots Saturday. FANTASY 8 SOURCE SPIN: Landri replaced Henderson last week and created two turnovers and a sack. Henderson's status will be updated later this week. Landry, Dawan - S, BAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-79, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 18: DaWan Landry said after Sunday's game that some miscommunications led to the Ravens' defense allowing two touchdown passes to 18 the Vikings. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "It was a rough night," Landry admitted. "We miscommunicated a lot of calls where coach made a call and the guys thought it was something else. We'll get on the same page. (Defensive coordinator) Rex (Ryan) was pretty mad because that's real simple stuff that could easily be avoided."Source: Carroll County Times Landry, LaRon - S, WAS (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-88, Sacks-1.5, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 27: LaRon Landry (hamstring) expects to be ready to start in the season opener against the Giants. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Landry 27 says the hamstring has healed "significantly" in the past week. He's missed the whole preseason with the injury but resumed working with the Redskins defense in Tuesday's practice.Source: Washington Post Law, Ty - CB, KC (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-47, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-0 AUG. 27: Browns coach Romoe Crennel says the team remains interested in free agent CB Ty Law. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Law has been 27 looking for more money and a firmer role than the Browns, Jets, or Patriots have offered. The Browns, however, are practically reeking of desperation in the secondary.Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer Lawson, Manny - LB, SF (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-11, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 13: 49ers OLB Manny Lawson (ACL surgery) will be ready for the team's offseason conditioning program in mid-March. FANTASY 13 SOURCE SPIN: Lawson is running well and will be 100 percent by minicamps. The rising third-year player will likely continue his role as a strong side drop linebacker, limiting his IDP value. Still, Lawson's return can only help San Francisco. + Lehan, Michael - CB, MIA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-58, Sacks-1.0, Int.-1, TD-1 AUG. 18: Dolphins CB Michael Lehan (ankle) has resumed practicing with the team. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Lehan missed all of training 18 camp, which likely cost him any chance to start. Will Allen and Andre' Goodman are entrenched as Miami's top two corners.Source: Palm Beach Post Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 157 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE + Lehman, Teddy - LB, DET (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-21, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 4: Lions placed LB Teddy Lehman on the injured reserve/minor list. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Lehman, who was fighting for a backup 4 job, reportedly suffered a minor hamstring injury, but the Lions are cutting bait. Under the terms of the minor list, he'll be released as soon as he's healthy to play again. Buster Davis could become a backup on the strong side.Source: MLive.com Lenon, Paris - LB, DET (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-116, Sacks-2.0, Int.-1, TD-1 AUG. 22: If the Lions move Paris Lenon from middle linebacker to strong-side linebacker, it's not expected to happen before their Week 4 bye. 22 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Lenon averaged seven tackles a game last year, but isn't a difference maker and Detroit would be silly to not see if Jordon Dizon can be an upgrade by midseason. DC Joe Barry thinks Lenon is his best MIKE 'backer right now.Source: MLive.com Leonhard, Jim - S, BAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-51, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-0 APRIL 29: Ravens signed S Jim Leonhard, formerly of the Bills. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Baltimore has done a nice job of bolstering its 29 safety depth behind Ed Reed and Dawan Landry, also drafting Tom Zbikowski. Leonhard, 25, has starting experience and will cover kicks. He had 54 tackles and two picks in 2007.Source: Carroll County Times Lewis, D.D. - LB, SEA (Bye week: 4) MARCH 25: Seahawks signed LB D.D. Lewis and DL Chris Cooper. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Cooper played defensive end in Arizona's 25 3-4 last season. He'll be a reserve tackle in the Seahawks' 4-3. Lewis returns to be a utility linebacker. Lewis, Damione - DT, CAR (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-29, Sacks-3.5, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 15: Panthers DL Damione Lewis' three-year contract includes a base salary of $730,000 in the first season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 15 However, his salary skyrockets to $3.17 million in the second year and $4.05 million in the third. The bonus numbers aren't available yet, but it appears realistically to be a one-year trial. Lewis will likely have to pass Ma'ake Kemoeatu on the depth chart to last in Carolina beyond 2008. Lewis, Michael - S, SF (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-103, Sacks-1.5, Int.-2, TD-0 JUNE 24: After a rough final year in Philadelphia, Lewis recaptured some of his previous success by leading all defensive backs in total tackles. 24 As a safety who relies on tackles, he could be in trouble if the 49ers' defense gets stronger up front, thus stopping ball carriers before they reach his level. Don't worry about that just yet. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Steadily productive, but he won't have huge games. (Matt Schauf for SN) Lewis, Ray - LB, BAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-121, Sacks-2.0, Int.-2, TD-1 JULY 21: Ray Lewis' offseason workout regimen allowed him to gain five pounds and reduce his body fat to six percent. FANTASY SOURCE 21 SPIN: He's up to 6-1, 255 pounds. Lewis remains a top-five middle linebacker when healthy, but he barely made it through last season playing with a torn triceps, an ankle sprain, and a broken hand. We're not betting him making it 16 games this year.Source: Carroll County Times Lewis, Trey - DT, ATL (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-19, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 26: Falcons placed DT Trey Lewis (knee) on the non-football injury list. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: A 2005 fifth-round pick and starter 26 last season, Lewis needed surgery after re-injuring his torn ACL by falling down a flight of stairs in March. Lewis will be eligible to return in Week 7, but is in serious danger of missing the entire season.Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Little, Leonard - DE, STL (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-19, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 8: A broken toe hobbled Little in 2007 even before it officially ended his season. He'll return to find Chris Long enhancing the other end 8 spot, which should ease pressure a bit on Little to perform. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Just a year removed from the second-best sack total of his career. (Matt Schauf for SN) + Lucas, Ken - CB, CAR (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-62, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-1 AUG. 16: Ken Lucas practiced Saturday for the first time since his fight with Steve Smith two weeks ago. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Lucas 16 suffered a broken nose and had to have surgery as a result of the brawl. Coach John Fox couldn't say whether he'd be able to play in next Saturday's preseason game.Source: Charlotte Observer Lynch, John - S, NE (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-59, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 14: Profootballtalk.com is reporting the Patriots have signed S John Lynch. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Typical Patriots move. Lynch 14 wants to play for a winner, and the Patriots will wrangle value out of the savvy veteran for 15-20 plays per game by exploiting his strengths and hiding his weaknesses. Lynch will likely take over the linebacker/safety role that Tank Williams was expected to fill.Source: Profootballtalk.com Macklin, David - CB, STL (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-6, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 20: Rams agreed to terms with CB David Macklin on a one-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Macklin was once a decent 20 corner in the Colts' Tampa 2. Players from that secondary system rarely play well elsewhere, and Macklin further confirms it. If the Rams think of him as more than a dime back, they could be in trouble. Madison, Sam - CB, NYG (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-68, Sacks-1.0, Int.-4, TD-0 AUG. 20: Giants CB Sam Madison (sports hernia) has resumed practicing with the team. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Madison will be no 20 higher than a nickel corner this season, and has several players to beat out for that position. He's totally off the IDP radar.Source: Newark Star-Ledger Mahelona, Jesse - DT, JAC (Bye week: 7) AUG. 7: Jaguars signed DT Jesse Mahelona, formerly of the Falcons. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It's nice to see Mahelona has stayed in shape, 7 but he won't make the club.Source: Florida Times Union Manning, Danieal - S, CHI (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-79, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-0 MAY 21: Bears DB Danieal Manning has moved from safety to cornerback. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Manning's roster spot is likely secure 21 because the Bears don't often admit mistakes and he was a second-rounder in 2006, but he won't be a starter.Source: Chicago Sun Times Manning, Roy - LB, CIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 12: Bengals re-signed LB Roy Manning to a one-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The 6'2/245-pound 'backer will compete 12 for a spot on special teams. For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 158 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Manning Jr., Ricky - CB, CHI (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-40, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 27: ESPN's John Clayton suggests that the Bucs might make a play for free agent CB Ricky Manning Jr. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He 27 could be a better slot corner than Aqib Talib at this stage of Talib's career and Manning played in a similar defense to Tampa's in Chicago. Manning is only 27. The Browns, Rams, and Patriots might also give him a call.Source: ESPN Insider + Manuel, Marquand - S, DEN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-13, Sacks-1.0, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 23: Broncos SS Marquand Manuel suffered a fractured right thumb in Friday's game against the Packers. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 23 Manuel will undergo surgery Saturday, but it's not yet known how long he will be out. Hamza Abdullah would replace him if he's forced to miss regular season action.Source: Rocky Mountain News Marshall, Richard - CB, CAR (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-74, Sacks-1.0, Int.-3, TD-1 JUNE 24: Marshall has out-produced teammates Chris Gamble and Ken Lucas, yet he remains in line to return to his nickel role. If he can 24 manage to win a starting spot in camp, his solid numbers will get even better. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Will start in 2009, if not sooner. (Matt Schauf for SN) Martin, Derrick - CB, BAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-28, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-0 JUNE 30: Cleveland Police confirmed with Ravens officials Monday that CB Derrick Martin was indeed the man they cited for drug abuse at 30 Hopkins International Airport over the weekend. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Martin initially informed the team that he was not involved in the incident, and that was not a smart move. We'd expect Martin to be released shortly.Source: Associated Press Mathis, Robert - DE, IND (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-32, Sacks-7.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 27: With Raheem Brock moving from tackle to end, Colts DE Robert Mathis will get to rush from the weak side more often. FANTASY 27 SOURCE SPIN: Normally a left end, Mathis will flip to the right side (Dwight Freeney's position) when Brock is outside on running downs. It appears the Colts will significantly limit Freeney's snaps when he returns. Mathis will be a three-down player and has a chance for a breakout campaign.Source: Indianapolis Star Mays, Corey - LB, CIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-3, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 24: The Cincinnati Enquirer reports the Bengals signed Mays, an exclusive rights free agent, to a one-year deal. FANTASY SOURCE 24 SPIN: Mays isn't an IDP league option yet. McAlister, Chris - CB, BAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-19, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 JULY 27: Ravens CB Chris McAlister passed his physical and began practicing this morning. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: McAlister 27 underwent offseason surgery to repair ligament damage in his knee and has some work to do to get back to form. He had a noticeable limp at times during Saturday's practice and at other times walked gingerly.Source: Baltimore Sun McBean, Ryan - DE, PIT (Bye week: 6) MARCH 7: Steelers DE Ryan McBean recently injured his foot and is currently on crutches. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: His status for 7 pre-training camp workouts is uncertain. McBean, a fourth-round project pick last year, appeared in only one game as a rookie. McBride, Turk - DT, KC (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-13, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 15: Turk McBride has supplanted Alfonso Boone as the Chiefs' starting left defensive end. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Boone never 15 belonged outside in the first place because he isn't athletic enough to get past offensive tackles. McBride is a poor bet for over five sacks, but at least he'll be a pocket-pushing threat if his motor stays running.Source: Kansas City Star McCargo, John - DT, BUF (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-29, Sacks-2.5, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 30: Bills DT John McCargo was fined in the spring for being overweight, but he reported to training camp on time and in shape. 30 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The No. 26 overall pick from the 2006 draft hasn't had a stellar career thus far, but he should have every opportunity to start next to Marcus Stroud. McCargo's competition is Kyle Williams and Spencer Johnson.Source: Buffalo News McClover, Stanley - DE, CAR (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-8, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 1: The Gaston Gazette believes Stanley McClover has a good chance to be the Panthers' starting right defensive end this season. 1 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: You wouldn't know it by McClover's 2007 campaign. He was inactive for most games. McClover will compete in training camp with Charles Johnson and Tyler Brayton after Carolina neglected to address the position in the draft.Source: Gaston Gazette McCoy, Matt - LB, TB (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-2, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 4: Bucs signed LB Matt McCoy to an undisclosed contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Eagles and Saints couldn't turn around 4 McCoy, who was a second-round pick. He has the athleticism the Bucs crave, but is hardly guaranteed to make the team. H McCray, Bobby - DE, NO (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-18, Sacks-3.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 8: Bobby McCray has seen action at both defensive end spots during Saints OTAs and "consistently blew plays." FANTASY SOURCE 8 SPIN: McCray allegedly looks so good that the Saints may have to consider kicking LE Charles Grant to tackle. Assuming Grant's legal troubles don't threaten his availability, that will at least be the case on passing downs.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune McCree, Marlon - S, DEN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-65, Sacks-0.0, Int.-3, TD-0 AUG. 1: Marlon McCree will be the Broncos' starting free safety this season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: McCree was cut by San Diego in 1 February because he's a liability in coverage, not unlike the man he's replacing: John Lynch. The Broncos may have two big names at corner, but threaten to be a strong fantasy matchup again this year.Source: Denver Post McCune, Robert - LB, BAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 10: Ravens re-signed exclusive rights free agent LB Robert McCune. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: McCune spent two weeks on the 10 Ravens' game-day roster due to injuries last year and made four tackles. He's a big long shot to hang around long.Source: Carroll County Times McDaniel, Tony - DT, JAC (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-5, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 21: Jaguars signed DT Tony McDaniel to an undisclosed contract extension. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: McDaniel, who goes about 21 6'7/300 like Pro Bowl teammate John Henderson, missed most of 2007 due to a wrist injury. He'll work in a rotation this year. Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 159 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE McDonald, Brandon - CB, CLE (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-13, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-0 MAY 22: Brandon McDonald has moved into the starting lineup following Daven Holly's knee injury. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: McDonald 22 likely will begin the season at right corner with Eric Wright at left cornerback. McDonald showed a ton of promise in a Week 12 spot start last season, holding Andre Johnson to three catches for 37 yards. He's also a good tackler.Source: clevelandbrowns.com McDonald, Ray - DE, SF (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-3, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 8: Ray McDonald is currently the 49ers' starting right defensive end. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: McDonald ran fourth string at 8 minicamps, and it appeared to light a fire beneath him. This also means Justin Smith is going to see a ton of time at weak outside linebacker, a position at which he can get double-digit sacks.Source: Santa Rosa Press Democrat McGee, Terrence - CB, BUF (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-77, Sacks-0.0, Int.-4, TD-0 JUNE 24: Interestingly, McGee set a career high in pass deflections last season despite playing opposite the weakest corner partner of his 24 five-year career. McGee draws extra value from tremendous return ability. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Fast and active, but a little injury-prone. (Matt Schauf for SN) McGinest, Willie - LB, CLE (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-30, Sacks-3.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 11: Browns OLB Willie McGinest has reportedly missed a "big chunk" of OTAs due to unknown personal reasons. FANTASY SOURCE 11 SPIN: McGinest doesn't have a whole lot left as a player, so if he's not around to be a leader type, he doesn't have much value. The Browns probably won't consider releasing McGinest, but he isn't guaranteed a big role on defense.Source: sportingnews.com McGowan, Brandon - S, CHI (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-60, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-0 AUG. 29: Bears SS Brandon McGowan has officially been passed on the depth chart by Kevin Payne. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: McGowan 29 will stay active, but only on special teams and in the nickel defense. Payne has sleeper potential in IDP leagues at a tackle friendly position.Source: Chicago Sun Times + McIntosh, Rocky - LB, WAS (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-86, Sacks-3.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 12: Redskins defensive coordinator Greg Blache is confident that linebacker Rocky McIntosh (knee) will be ready for a "large role" when 12 the season starts. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Still, a large role may not mean an every-down role and H.B. Blades could see frequent snaps on the weak side during the first few weeks. McIntosh would be a poor bet to play 16 games because of his chronically bad knees.Source: Washington Post + McKenzie, Mike - CB, NO (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-52, Sacks-0.0, Int.-3, TD-2 JULY 29: Saints CB Mike McKenzie (ACL surgery) returned to practice in a limited capacity on Monday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: New 29 Orleans' top corner will be eased back into workouts, although McKenzie says he's ahead of schedule. He's still no lock to start on opening day.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune McKinney, Brandon - DT, SD (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-21, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 26: The Chargers re-signed Jeromey Clary, Malcom Floyd, Steve Gregory and McKinney to one-year deals. FANTASY SOURCE 26 SPIN: McKinney has little fantasy impact. McQuarters, R.W. - CB, NYG (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-14, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 21: McQuarters last season went from starting at left cornerback on opening day to having no real role in the defensive backfield to 21 reemerging as an important member of the secondary in the playoffs. Moving forward, McQuarters is probably on the hot seat as he enters his 11th NFL season and third with the Giants. (Paul Schwartz for SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: For some odd reason, McQuarters is a running joke in my IDP league. All kidding aside, he's not a serious IDP option. Meier, Rob - DT, JAC (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-27, Sacks-4.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 15: Jaguars signed DT Rob Meier to a four-year contract extension. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Meier was scheduled to make $2.095 15 million this year before signing the deal. The financial terms of the new deal are unknown, but Meier, who was entering a contract year, is now locked up through the 2012 season. He'll start at defensive tackle for the Jaguars.Source: Florida Times Union + Meriweather, Brandon - S, NE (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-15, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 19: Patriots DB Brandon Meriweather (leg) is expected to be healthy by Week 1. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Meriweather is in the 19 running for nickel back chores. He was injured in New England's second preseason game, but the injury isn't considered bad.Source: Boston Globe + Merriman, Shawne - LB, SD (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-68, Sacks-12.5, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 28: Shawne Merriman (knee) says he'll approach playing this season on a "literally game to game" basis. FANTASY 28 SOURCE SPIN: Doctors don't anticipate Merriman playing with full confidence because his knee will give him discomfort, especially when dropping into coverage. If defenses know all Merriman can do is blitz, he may not be difficult to contain.Source: San Diego Union-Tribune Mikell, Quintin - S, PHI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-68, Sacks-1.0, Int.-1, TD-0 JAN. 1: Eagles DB Quintin Mikell is expected to start at strong safety in 2008. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Mikell tackled consistently after 1 taking over as a starter for Sean Considine. Considine could be moved into Mikell's gunner role on special teams. Miller, Caleb - LB, CIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-8, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 7: Free agent LB Caleb Miller has scheduled a visit with the Seahawks. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Someone is interested. Miller, a 7 former third-round pick, can play special teams and the middle and weak side spots, but is unreliable physically. + Miller, Justin - CB, NYJ (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-2, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 26: Jets CB Justin Miller will not require surgery on his toe injury and expects to be ready for the season opener. FANTASY SOURCE 26 SPIN: A couple days ago it looked like Miller could miss a few weeks, but Eric Mangini now says his chances for playing in Week 1 are "pretty good." If Miller can't go, rookie Dwight Lowery draws Ted Ginn.Source: New York Post This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 160 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Milloy, Lawyer - S, ATL (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-91, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-0 JUNE 24: Not long ago, it looked like Milloy was on the verge of release from Atlanta. He's still there, however, so we know he'll play (missed 24 five games in 12 seasons, all in 2004) and he'll make tackles. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Older version of Michael Lewis and Donte Whitner. (Matt Schauf for SN) + Mitchell, Jayme - DE, MIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-8, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 10: Vikings DE Jayme Mitchell suffered a torn ACL in Saturday's preseason opener. He will be placed on injured reserve, ending his 10 season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Mitchell was Minnesota's top backup at left end, behind Ray Edwards. This hurts the Vikings' depth, but Brian Robison makes for a fine replacement if needed. Otis Grigsby may also now make the club.Source: St. Paul Pioneer Press Mitchell, Kawika - LB, BUF (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-76, Sacks-3.5, Int.-1, TD-2 FEB. 29: Bills signed LB Kawika Mitchell to a five-year, $17.5 million contract. The deal included a $3.5 million signing bonus. FANTASY 29 SOURCE SPIN: Mitchell should slide right in as the strong-side linebacker, pushing Angelo Crowell over to the weak side and Keith Ellison to the bench, but it's uncertain. The speedy Mitchell should be a good fit in Buffalo as an athletic, sideline to sideline addition. The Bills' linebacker trio has a lot of potential. Mitchell, Marvin - LB, NO (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 3: Saints second-year LB Marvin Mitchell might get a chance to compete with Scott Shanle at weak-side linebacker. FANTASY 3 SOURCE SPIN: With Jonathan Vilma (knee) limited, Mitchell saw action at MLB during OTAs, but we have a hard time believing he'd fit well on the weak side. Mitchell is big and a hitter, but lacks speed. Mark Simoneau might provide better competition.Source: Biloxi Sun Herald Mitchell, Mel - S, NE (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JAN. 24: Patriots placed S Mel Mitchell on injured reserve. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Mitchell missed the AFC Championship after suffering 24 a biceps injury in the divisional round of the playoffs. He was a valuable part of the Patriots' special teams, and will likely be replaced by safety Ray Ventrone. Mitchell will be an unrestricted free agent after this season. Montgomery, Anthony - DT, WAS (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-42, Sacks-0.5, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 27: Redskins DT Anthony Montgomery will undergo surgery on his broken hand. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He's expected to be out 27 2-4 weeks, which means he could miss most of camp. Montgomery is an important part of the 'Skins defense, so getting him ready for Week One will be a priority.Source: Washington Post Moore, Brandon - LB, ARI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-18, Sacks-2.5, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 12: The Cardinals are reportedly close to signing LB Brandon Moore. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Moore was cut by the 49ers earlier 12 this week when they signed Takeo Spikes. The Cardinals are looking at him as an inside linebacker. Moore's brother, Rob, finished the 1997 season as the No. 1 ranked fantasy receiver after racking up 1,584 receiving yards for the Cardinals.Source: Arizona Republic Moore, Rashad - DT, ATL (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-1, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 29: The Patriots declined to extend NT Rashad Moore a qualifying offer, making him an unrestricted free agent. FANTASY SOURCE 29 SPIN: The 324-pound journeyman saw action in only one contest last season. Moorehead, Kindal - DT, ATL (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-19, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 6: Falcons agreed to terms with DT Kindal Moorehead on a two-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Moorehead, 29, is a 6 285-pound penetrator. He had five sacks for Carolina in 2005, but only three since. Jonathan Babineaux should play in front of him. Morgan, Dan - LB, NO (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-22, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 30: Jon Beason says he could see former college and Panthers teammate Dan Morgan unretiring and returning to the NFL. FANTASY 30 SOURCE SPIN: Please, not another Brett Favre. "He is so far beyond, so much better than everybody else with speed, knowledge, being athletic - he could take three years off and still be better than anybody," said Beason after speaking with Morgan on Monday. "He's doing great. He wants to know what's going on." Source: Charlotte Observer Morris, Rob - LB, IND (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-12, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 28: Morris was released by the Colts. He hurt his left knee against Denver in Week 4 and was placed on injured reserve in October. 28 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Morris is a borderline IDP option when healthy. See where he lands and how well his knee recovers before picking him up. Morrison, Kirk - LB, OAK (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-120, Sacks-1.0, Int.-4, TD-0 JULY 9: Morrison has been a productive and consistent player since his rookie year. He's known mostly for his run defense, which is why it was 9 surprising to see him get interceptions in each of Oakland's first three games last season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Another solid No. 2 linebacker with limited upside. (Rob Hurtt for SN) C Moses, Quentin - DE, MIA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-8, Sacks-1.5, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 21: Dolphins OLB Quentin Moses has played 40 snaps in the preseason and still doesn't have a tackle. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He's 21 fallen to third string on the depth chart at weak outside linebacker behind Joey Porter and Charlie Anderson and is in danger of getting cut.Source: Palm Beach Post Moss, Jarvis - DE, DEN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-12, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 31: Broncos DE Jarvis Moss currently weighs only 245 pounds. His listed playing weight is 265. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Coming 31 out of Florida, Moss was viewed as lean with an ideal frame to fill out, but he's been unable to keep weight on. He might be able to get away with it as a situational rusher, but probably not as a three-down starter.Source: Denver Post + Ndukwe, Chinedum - S, CIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-35, Sacks-2.0, Int.-3, TD-1 AUG. 7: Bengals S Chinedum Ndukwe could miss as many as six weeks after injuring his knee in Wednesday's practice. FANTASY SOURCE 7 SPIN: This locks Dexter Jackson in as the Bengals' opening-day starter at strong safety. Ndukwe may play only on special teams when he returns initially.Source: bengals.com Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 161 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Nece, Ryan - LB, TB (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-2, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 6: Bucs LB Ryan Nece's name has reportedly been discussed in a possible Brett Favre trade. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Nece couldn't 6 help the Packers on defense, so we're not sure why they'd want him. He is currently Tampa Bay's third-string strong-side linebacker.Source: Tampa Tribune Nelson, Reggie - S, JAC (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-57, Sacks-1.0, Int.-5, TD-0 JULY 6: There's some worry in Jacksonville about Nelson's frame not holding up because of his hard-hitting style. As long as Nelson's around, 6 however, that aggressiveness could lead to more tackles and steady interceptions. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Young riser behind a bolstered pass rush. (Matt Schauf for SN) Newman, Terence - CB, DAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-50, Sacks-0.0, Int.-4, TD-1 AUG. 25: Cowboys LCB Terence Newman (groin) has resumed practicing with the team. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Newman will start in 25 Week 1. The 30-year-old could improve on his four INTs from last year with Pacman Jones projecting as an upgrade opposite him.Source: Dallas Morning News Ngata, Haloti - DT, BAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-63, Sacks-3.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 26: Ravens DT Haloti Ngata is preparing for his preseason debut, a month after spraining an MCL. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "I would 26 like to see how well my knee does by playing against the Falcons," he said. "I want to see if I'm rusty or not."Source: Carroll County Times Nicholas, Stephen - LB, ATL (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-28, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 10: Falcons 2007 fourth-round pick Stephen Nicholas is running as a backup. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Nicholas nearly overtook 10 Demorrio Williams for a starting job as a rookie, but apparently the new coaching staff didn't like what it saw on film. With Curtis Lofton stationed inside and Keith Brooking back at WLB, Nicholas will probably open the season as Atlanta's fourth linebacker. Nicholson, Donte - S, TB (Bye week: 10) AUG. 26: Bucs waived S Donte Nicholson (knee) and LB Antoine Cash (neck). FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Both players are waive injured, so 26 they'll be placed on injured reserve if they clear waivers. Nicholson is undergoing arthroscopic knee surgery on Wednesday, and Cash was just released from the hospital on Sunday after suffering a neck injury. Nickey, Donnie - S, TEN (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-1, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 25: Titans re-signed S Donnie Nickey. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Nickey is a backup strong safety who makes most of his impact 25 on special teams. He had received interest from other teams, but decided to stick with the Titans, who drafted him out of Ohio State in 2003. O'Neal, Deltha - CB, CIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-52, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 MAY 29: Bengals CB Deltha O'Neal has not been attending voluntary workouts. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: This isn't a smart move because 29 the team is high on second-year nickel back David Jones, and on the open market O'Neal wouldn't come close to the $1.6 million he can get from Cincinnati. O'Neal, 31, said in December that he didn't expect to be a Bengal in 2008 after losing his starting job to Leon Hall.Source: bengals.com + Odom, Antwan - DE, CIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-21, Sacks-8.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 19: Antwan Odom (foot sprain) is out of his walking boot and aiming to return to practice next week. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Odom 19 sprained his foot in the Bengals' first training camp practice. He should be ready for the opener on September 7 at Baltimore. The team is hoping he and Robert Geathers will lift the Bengals' pass rush out of the league's gutter this season.Source: Cincinnati Enquirer Oglesby, Evan - CB, DAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-2, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 17: Cowboys re-signed CB Evan Oglesby, an exclusive rights free agent. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Oglesby appeared in eight 17 games last season, mostly on special teams. He'll be in the mix for a roster spot along with Alan Ball and Courtney Brown. Ogunleye, Adewale - DE, CHI (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-58, Sacks-9.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 21: Ogunleye is a rollercoaster of a stat producer who has made it through a full season just once in his four years with the Bears. His best 21 year in Chicago was 2007 -- when nearly every other player on the defense got hurt and the whole team struggled, so his success is tough to predict. At least we know it's possible. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Draft him, but pick up some insurance. (Matt Schauf for SN) Okoye, Amobi - DT, HOU (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-32, Sacks-5.5, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 2: It's a big season for Okoye, as he'll finally be able to celebrate victories with a beer. Mario Williams' emergence at end should help 2 create interior rushing lanes. Experience and better conditioning should help keep Okoye from wearing down. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The latest model of the new-age rush tackle. (Matt Schauf for SN) Olshansky, Igor - DE, SD (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-47, Sacks-3.5, Int.-1, TD-0 JULY 24: The Chargers are not in contract talks with DE Igor Olshansky, who is a free agent after the season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The 24 6-6, 310-pound behemoth isn't expected back with the Bolts in 2009, so Olshansky will be motivated to cash in next offseason. San Diego doesn't have an obvious successor in place, aside from utilityman Jacques Cesaire.Source: North County Times Orr, Shantee - LB, CLE (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-4, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 21: Browns signed LB Shantee Orr to a one-year contract, according to NFL Network's Adam Schefter. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 21 Orr finally gets the chance to play in a 3-4 that suits his skills. The 26-year-old will likely be given the chance to compete with Willie McGinest and Antwan Peek for playing time off the edge. Orr had seven sacks in 2005. Oshinowo, Babatunde - DT, WAS (Bye week: 10) JULY 30: Redskins signed DT Babatunde Oshinowo, formerly of the Bears. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Oshinowo is a nose tackle in a 4-3 30 alignment like Washington's and will try to help spell banged up starter Anthony Montgomery in the preseason.Source: Washington Post Pace, Calvin - LB, NYJ (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-93, Sacks-6.5, Int.-1, TD-0 JUNE 5: Jets coach Eric Mangini compares Calvin Pace to Mo Lewis because of his versatility and thinks Pace can be an every-down player. 5 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "He's very fast...has very good athletic ability and change-of-direction for someone his size," Mangini said. Pace will likely play left outside linebacker in the Jets' 3-4. Any less than six sacks would be a disappointment.Source: Newark Star-Ledger For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 162 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Parker, Juqua - DE, PHI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-37, Sacks-5.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 9: Thomas is pegged to start at defensive end opposite Trent Cole based on Thomas' emergence last season, but he's better served in a 9 situational, pass-rushing role. Thomas had five sacks last season, bringing his two-year total with the club to 11. (Geoff Mosher/SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Trent Cole is the guy you want in IDP leagues, not Thomas. Patterson, Mike - DT, PHI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-66, Sacks-4.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 5: Patterson had a breakout 2007 season and is on the verge of becoming a Pro Bowl interior lineman. Patterson is a complete down 5 lineman -- stout against the run and also a pressure generator against the quarterback. If coordinator Jim Johnson employs some 3-4 looks this season, don't be surprised if Patterson plays defensive end in some of them. (Geoff Mosher for SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: If Patterson ups his sacks total some, we may be looking at an IDP option. Paymah, Karl - CB, DEN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-14, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-0 JULY 16: Broncos CB Karl Paymah was found guilty of DUI in an Arapahoe County court on Wednesday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He was 16 also convicted of careless driving. The charges have been pending since May 26 of 2006. Paymah is unlikely to be disciplined by the league.Source: Denver Post Payne, Kevin - S, CHI (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 27: Kevin Payne has a chance to be the Bears' starting strong safety this year. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Danieal Manning has lost his 27 nickel back job and Chicago could move usual SS Brandon McGowan there. More will be known in the exhibition finale, but the Bears may lean towards a rotation at both positions to start the year.Source: Chicago Sun Times Pearson, Kalvin - S, DET (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-9, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 4: Two felony charges against Lions S Kalvin Pearson were dropped Monday in a Florida court. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Pearson 4 was accused of aggravated and domestic battery by strangulation following an incident with his girlfriend in April. A misdemeanor charge of opposing an officer without violence is still pending against him.Source: MLive.com + Peek, Antwan - LB, CLE (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-19, Sacks-4.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 27: Browns OLB Antwan Peek (knee surgery) says he'll be ready to go by Week 1. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Peek hasn't practiced 27 since the end of July, so this sounds optimistic. He's the No. 3 man in the outside linebacker rotation behind Kamerion Wimbley and Willie McGinest.Source: Canton Repository Peko, Domata - DT, CIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-52, Sacks-1.5, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 12: The Bengals have signed DT Domata Peko to a five-year extension worth $29.3 million. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Peko was 12 entering the final year of his rookie contract, and will now be with the team through the 2014 season. He started 16 games last season and finished with 65 tackles and 1.5 sacks while providing a run-stuffing presence in the Bengals' interior line. The Bengals could now start to discuss an extension with T.J. Houshmandzadeh.Source: Cincinnati Enquirer H Peppers, Julius - DE, CAR (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-38, Sacks-2.5, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 10: Panthers DE Julius Peppers pressured Colts QB Jim Sorgi in Saturday's 23-20 preseason win. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Sorgi lost 10 a fumble and a threw an interception on the Colts' first two possessions under constant pressure from Peppers. Coming off a miserable 2007 season, Peppers had a sack, a forced fumble, and a quarterback hurry and generally looked dominating. Perry, Jereme - CB, CLE (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 14: Browns signed DB Jereme Perry, formerly of the Dolphins. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He takes Kenny Wright's spot on the roster. 14 Perry can play both corner and safety, but is unlikely to be more than a sixth or seventh defensive back.Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer Peterson, Greg - DT, TB (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-12, Sacks-1.5, Int.-0, TD-0 JAN. 2: Bucs placed DL Greg Peterson on injured reserve, ending his season, and re-signed S Donte Nicholson. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 2 Peterson, a project out of North Carolina Central, was transitioned inside after starring at defensive end in Division I-AA. He had a solid rookie year for being a raw fifth-round pick. Nicholson will focus on special teams. Peterson, Julian - LB, SEA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-74, Sacks-9.5, Int.-2, TD-0 JUNE 21: Peterson is a playmaker, plain and simple. His quickness is tough to defend. Some weeks, opponents will hold him in check. Others, 21 well, those are the weeks when he's a difference-maker for Seattle and fantasy owners. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Pair him with two consistent performers, and your linebacker corps will stand out. (Rob Hurtt for SN) Peterson, Mike - LB, JAC (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-70, Sacks-2.0, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 3: Jaguars MLB Mike Peterson says he's playing angry because the team hasn't tried to extend his contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 3 Peterson considered holding out, but opted to let his play do the talking. He is in a contract year. "I get chills just thinking about it," he said. "That's why I'm so angry. I go out there and play, and I'm mad. When I come off the field, I'm angry. I want to continue here. I want to retire here."Source: Orlando Sentinel Phillips, Jermaine - S, TB (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-81, Sacks-1.0, Int.-4, TD-0 JUNE 27: Unfortunately, it doesn't look like owners can count on Phillips for the lofty tackle totals he posted in 2006. However, his increase in 27 big plays behind a sagging pass rush last season was encouraging. It will be interesting to see how he reponds to a challenge for playing time by second-year safety Sabby Piscitelli. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Look for continued success on a defense rebuilding with youth. (Matt Schauf for SN) Phillips, Shaun - LB, SD (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-68, Sacks-8.5, Int.-2, TD-1 JULY 9: Like teammate Shawne Merriman, Phillips didn't repeat his amazing 2006 performance. Considering the huge uptick in sacks from 9 Cowboys linebackers in 2007, the move of Wade Phillips could be a main reason. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Phillips will get his sacks, but he won't star. Save him for the bench. (Rob Hurtt for SN) Pierce, Antonio - LB, NYG (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-102, Sacks-1.0, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 23: Giants LB Antonio Pierce is reportedly unhappy with his contract and has been asking for a renegotiation all offseason to no avail. 23 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Pierce has three years remaining on a six-year, $26 million contract signed back in 2005. He's not expected to publicly make any waves this season, but a holdout or trade request is a possibility next offseason.Source: Newark Star-Ledger Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 163 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE + Piscitelli, Sabby - S, TB (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 9: Bucs SS Sabby Piscitelli is fully recovered from the fractured foot that ended his rookie season after only three games. FANTASY 9 SOURCE SPIN: To date, he's had about 6 1/2 months of recovery time. Piscitelli still is a promising prospect, but he will pose virtually no challenge to Jermaine Phillips' starting spot. Expect Piscitelli's impact to be primarily on special teams.Source: St. Petersburg Times Pitcock, Quinn - DT, IND (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-18, Sacks-1.5, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 30: Colts officially placed DT Quinn Pitcock on the reserve/did not report list. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Coach Tony Dungy and 30 President Bill Polian said they will leave the door open for Pitcock to return if he changes his mind down the road.Source: colts.com Polamalu, Troy - S, PIT (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-58, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 20: Troy Polamalu officially came off the PUP list and practiced Tuesday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Polamalu didn't really test his 20 ginger hamstring in practice because he wants to play it smart. He's aiming to play Saturday against Minnesota, but there's a possibility he'll be held out as a precaution.Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Pollard, Bernard - S, KC (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-89, Sacks-1.0, Int.-2, TD-0 JULY 6: Pollard stepped into the lineup in his second season and had a slow start on the numbers front. A much more productive second half of 6 the year, however, gives reason for encouragement. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Could be the lone keeper from last year's Kansas City secondary. (Matt Schauf for SN) + Pool, Brodney - S, CLE (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-58, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-1 AUG. 18: Browns FS Brodney Pool left Monday night's preseason game with a concussion. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Pool has 19 days to 18 get his head right before Cleveland's season opener, but concussions have been a problem for him before. His status is uncertain. Pope, Derrick - LB, MIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-57, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-0 AUG. 25: Vikings released LB Derrick Pope, WR Daniel Davis, and OLs Sean Dumford and Brock Pasteur. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 25 Minnesota felt good enough about David Herron and Rufus Alexander's special teams work to give Pope the axe. The others were camp fodder.Source: Minneapolis Star-Tribune Poppinga, Brady - LB, GB (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-47, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 19: Packers SLB Brady Poppinga has reportedly elevated his level of play "to the point where there's little chance he will lose his starting 19 spot." FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Brandon Chillar was signed as a free agent to challenge Poppinga for the job, but it looks like the incumbent has held him off. Poppinga has often struggled in coverage, so he may still lose situational snaps to Chillar. In the meantime, Chillar has been seeing time at the WILL with A.J. Hawk out.Source: Green Bay Press-Gazette + Porter, Joey - LB, MIA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-66, Sacks-5.5, Int.-2, TD-0 AUG. 26: Dolphins coach Tony Sparano is "confident" Joey Porter will be ready for Week 1. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Porter 26 was reportedly fearful his career could be in jeopardy on Monday, but the South Florida Sun-Sentinel says he was told the injury isn't extremely serious. The team hopes he'll be ready to return on Monday, when the Dolphins will start preparing for their season opener.Source: South Florida Sun-Sentinel Posluszny, Paul - LB, BUF (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-25, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 27: SI.com's Don Banks believes that Bills MLB Paul Posluszny is headed for a "breakthrough season." FANTASY 27 SOURCE SPIN: Locked into a starting role ahead of John DiGiorgio, Poz may be the key to Buffalo's potential defensive resurgence. Posluszny will be a big upgrade versus the run and is a high-upside LB2 target in IDP leagues.Source: SI.com Poteat, Hank - CB, NYJ (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-37, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-0 MAY 6: Jets re-signed CB Hank Poteat. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Since joining the Jets two seasons ago, Poteat has fifteen starts, with nine 6 of them coming last season. He has a legitimate shot at starting opposite Darrelle Revis next season.Source: newyorkjets.com Pouha, Sione - DT, NYJ (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-40, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 29: Jets signed NT Sione Pouha to an undisclosed contract extension. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Pouha, a third-round pick out of Utah 29 in 2005, got his career back on track by recording 40 tackles last season. He's a smaller nose at 6'3/307, but will be able to give new starter Kris Jenkins a breather off the bench. Powell, Eric - DE, HOU (Bye week: 8) JULY 22: Texans released DE Eric Powell. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Powell was signed during the offseason to provide depth, but the 22 Texans need his roster spot for their rookie signings. Powell could catch on elsewhere, but the 80-man roster limit won't help. Prioleau, Pierson - S, JAC (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-37, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 28: Jaguars agreed to terms with S Pierson Prioleau, formerly of the Redskins. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Prioleau had 45 stops in 15 28 games last year. He's mostly a special teamer.Source: Washington Post Pryce, Trevor - DE, BAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-15, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 23: Ravens DL Trevor Pryce "easily passed his conditioning test" after missing the majority of voluntary OTAs. FANTASY SOURCE 23 SPIN: Pryce missed 11 games last season after suffering a torn pectoral and a broken wrist. The soon to be 33-year-old is already down to his playing weight and is looking for a bounce back season.Source: Carroll County Times Ramsey, LaJuan - DT, SF (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-1, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 18: 49ers claimed third-year DT LaJuan Ramsey off waivers from the Eagles. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Once part of the Eagles 18 defensive tackle rotation a couple years back, Ramsey will compete for a roster spot in San Francisco.Source: San Francisco Chronicle Ratliff, Jay - NT, DAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-30, Sacks-3.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 17: The Cowboys are using DT Jay Ratliff at defensive end in practices this offseason. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He filled in there last 17 season when Jason Ferguson was hurt. This move could also open up playing time for Tank Johnson, although Ratliff's primary position should still be in the middle.Source: Dallas Morning News This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 164 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE + Reagor, Montae - DT, PHI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-2, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 25: The Philadelphia Daily News speculates the Eagles could be close to reaching an injury settlement with Montae Reagor. FANTASY 25 SOURCE SPIN: Reagor underwent arthroscopic surgery on his knee last week, and his nameplate has been taken off his stall in the locker room. If the Eagles did part ways with Reagor, his roster spot would likely be filled by Jerome McDougle.Source: Philadelphia Inquirer & Daily News + Redding, Cory - DT, DET (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-37, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 22: In addition to weakside linebacker Ernie Sims, Cory Redding had offseason shoulder surgery. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Coach 22 Rod Marinelli termed the procedures "minor." Redding, who signed a $49 million contract last offseason, followed through with one sack in 2007.Source: Detroit Free Press + Reed, Ed - S, BAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-39, Sacks-0.0, Int.-7, TD-0 AUG. 29: Ravens FS Ed Reed revealed Friday that he has nerve damage in his shoulder. He still has not practiced in contact drills. FANTASY 29 SOURCE SPIN: Jim Leonhard will be Baltimore's starting free safety indefinitely. Reed indicated that he won't risk playing in the first few weeks if he isn't 100%. He also said surgery on the shoulder could threaten his career. Opponents should pick apart the Ravens' secondary early this season.Source: Baltimore Sun Reed, J.R. - S, PHI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-21, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 28: Eagles agreed to terms on a one-year contract for S/KR J.R. Reed and tendered a one-year deal to restricted free agent CB Joselio 28 Hanson. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Hanson was tendered at the second-round level, which will ensure he stays on, likely as the Birds' No. 3 corner. Reed will battle to be the Eagles' kick returner. He showed late in '07 that he can also play safety in a pinch. + Reed, James - DT, NO (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-3, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 10: The Saints placed DT James Reed on injured reserve, ending his season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Reed suffered a torn Achilles' 10 tendon in training camp, and it could end his career. Reed was nearly out of football before signing last week.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune Reeves, Jacques - CB, HOU (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-57, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 21: Jacques Reeves is currently the Texans' starting left cornerback. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Opponents are going to go at him early 21 and often. Fred Bennett, who posted the best YPA in the league last year, is taking Dunta Robinson's spot at right corner. Rookie Antwaun Molden and Jamar Fletcher are battling for nickel duty.Source: Houston Chronicle Revis, Darrelle - CB, NYJ (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-87, Sacks-0.0, Int.-3, TD-0 JULY 8: Revis settled in as a starter in his rookie season and now stands as the team's clear No. 1 cornerback. His value could tumble if a No. 2 8 doesn't emerge, but fourth-round pick Dwight Lowery could be a sleeper who gets in the way. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: An improving defense will also help. (Matt Schauf for SN) Rhodes, Kerry - S, NYJ (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-68, Sacks-2.0, Int.-5, TD-1 JUNE 21: A relatively slow start and low overall tackle numbers might push Rhodes down some lists, but he still brings as much fantasy 21 potential as just about any defensive back. Getting a new contract means one fewer distraction in 2008. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Coming off a down year makes him a sleeper. (Matt Schauf for SN) Rice, Simeon - DE, IND (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-8, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 23: Free agent Simeon Rice says his shoulder is "100 percent" and is working to make a comeback. FANTASY SOURCE 23 SPIN: Rice, 34, is being filmed by a TV crew interested in turning his story into a reality show. He plans to run at his alma mater Illinois' Pro Day. Rice has talked with Lions coach Rod Marinelli, who isn't one to turn down ex-Bucs. Richardson, Jay - DE, OAK (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-33, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 6: Jay Richardson is currently running as the Raiders' starting right defensive end. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Kalimba Edwards is the 6 nickel rusher. If Richardson holds onto the job, he'd be a nice IDP sleeper in deep leagues, but won't be a double-digit sack threat.Source: Sacramento Bee Robbins, Fred - DT, NYG (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-42, Sacks-5.5, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 3: Robbins had to leave the game in the fourth quarter of the Super Bowl. 3 Robertson, Dewayne - DT, DEN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-57, Sacks-4.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 30: Broncos DT Dwayne Robertson says his knee is healthy and has been for some time. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Knee pain has been 30 a constant companion for Robertson going back to his days at Kentucky, but it's never kept him off the field in the NFL. Robertson will be moving back to his natural "one-gap" tackle position and should help to improve the Broncos run defense.Source: Denver Post Robinson, Bryan - DE, ARI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-20, Sacks-1.5, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 11: Cardinals signed DL Bryan Robinson, formerly of the Bengals. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Robinson was used at tackle some in 11 Cincinnati, but will play end in the Cards' 3-4. He gives them much needed depth at that position behind starters Darnell Dockett and Antonio Smith. Robinson had 20 tackles last season. Robinson, Dunta - CB, HOU (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-35, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-0 AUG. 26: Texans placed CB Dunta Robinson (knee, hamstring) on the PUP list. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Robinson is still making his way 26 back from knee and hamstring injuries that he suffered last season and won't be eligible to return until Week 7. Robison, Brian - DE, MIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-23, Sacks-4.5, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 25: Vikings DE Brian Robison (varicose vein) returned to practice Monday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Robison will be Jared Allen's 25 backup at right end this season.Source: Minneapolis Star-Tribune Rogers, Carlos - CB, WAS (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-20, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-1 AUG. 19: Carlos Rogers said he expects to play 25 snaps in Saturday's preseason game against the Panthers. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 19 Rogers said his "knee didn't hurt at all" during last Saturday's game and claimed his "quickness is back." He's still only practicing lightly.Source: redskins.com Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 165 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Rogers, Shaun - DT, CLE (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-39, Sacks-7.0, Int.-1, TD-1 JULY 24: A Browns official told the Cleveland Plain-Dealer that Shaun Rogers "may be the best defensive lineman in the division." FANTASY 24 SOURCE SPIN: Apparently the team is "ebullient" about his early play, which means "overflowing with fervor, enthusiasm or excitement." It's a positive sign for the big man, but he'll have to maintain his progress throughout the season.Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer Rolle, Antrel - CB, ARI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-57, Sacks-0.0, Int.-5, TD-3 AUG. 26: Cardinals FS Antrel Rolle (ankle) is expected to play against Denver on Friday after missing two preseason games. FANTASY 26 SOURCE SPIN: Rolle was tabbed to miss the remainder of the preseason as recently as last week after suffering a high ankle sprain in the club's first preseason game.Source: Arizona Republic Rolle, Samari - CB, BAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-22, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 4: Ravens CB Samari Rolle has reported to training camp after missing the first week due to his father's sudden passing. FANTASY 4 SOURCE SPIN: Rolle enters in a battle with Fabian Washington opposite Chris McAlister. Washington is suspended for Week 1, which may give Rolle a slight edge.Source: Baltimore Sun Roman, Mark - S, SF (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-61, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 24: Despite Dashon Goldson's strong training camp, Mark Roman will begin the season as the Niners' starting free safety. FANTASY 24 SOURCE SPIN: Roman is wearing the defensive headset, so he'll need to play on all three downs. We're speculating, but Goldson could be tried as a replacement for SS Michael Lewis in passing situations. Goldson can cover and Lewis can't.Source: Santa Rosa Press Democrat Ross, Aaron - CB, NYG (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-42, Sacks-1.5, Int.-3, TD-1 JAN. 29: Giants CB Aaron Ross attributed his flu-like symptoms to a pill he took that was supposed to prevent him from getting sick on the 29 team flight. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Apparently the rookie doesn't fly much. Ross was at Media Day Tuesday and didn't appear to be sick any longer. He should start against the Patriots. Rossum, Allen - CB, SF (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 24: 49ers agreed to terms with CB/PR Allen Rossum, formerly of the Steelers. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He gives the Niners a return 24 option if Maurice Hicks leaves in free agency, which appears likely. Rossum no longer is a capable defensive player. Roth, Matt - DE, MIA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-43, Sacks-3.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 18: Matt Roth is currently listed as the Dolphins' starting left outside linebacker. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: This is the best place for 18 Roth in Miami's 3-4. He was too small to be an every-down end. Roth has passed Charlie Anderson and Quentin Moses and will rush from the strong side. He's a sleeper in sack-heavy IDP leagues.Source: Palm Beach Post Roye, Orpheus - DT, PIT (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-37, Sacks-0.5, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 17: The Steelers signed DE Orpheus Roye, formerly of the Browns. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The 35-year-old probably doesn't have 17 much left, but he knows how to play end in a 3-4 defense. The Steelers have been less than thrilled with second-year lineman Ryan McBean's development.Source: Pittsburgh Post Gazette Rucker, Frostee - DE, CIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-7, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 29: Third-year RDE Frostee Rucker has been temporarily elevated to first team in the wake of starter Antwan Odom's sprained left foot. 29 Odom is expected to be ready for the Sept. 7 opener at Baltimore, but his injury represents Rucker's opportunity to seize the job. (Chick Ludwig for SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Not an IDP option yet, but keep an eye on how the position battle shakes out. Rucker, Mike - DE, CAR (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-47, Sacks-3.0, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 22: Former Panthers DE Mike Rucker will retire from football. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Rucker played nine seasons, all with 22 Carolina. He finishes his career with 55.5 sacks, good for second most in team history behind Julius Peppers. Rucker's best season came in 2003, when he helped the Panthers reach the Super Bowl and had 12 sacks.Source: Gaston Gazette + Rushing, T.J. - CB, IND (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-18, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 26: Colts placed KR T.J. Rushing and TE Zac Herold on injured reserve Tuesday, ending their seasons. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 26 Rushing was having a very solid camp, but he suffered a ligament injury while covering a punt in Indy's first preseason game. Pierre Garcon, Devin Aromashodu and Courtney Roby will likely compete to return kicks. Herold was to provide depth at tight end, but suffered a knee injury in the last preseason game. Ruud, Barrett - LB, TB (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-114, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-0 AUG. 5: Bucs MLB Barrett Ruud will wear the team's in-helmet communication device to relay in play calls from the sideline this season. 5 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Ruud didn't always play in the nickel package as a first-year starter in 2007, but it appears he will now (WLB Derrick Brooks or SLB Cato June will come out). Ruud will get more interception and pass deflection chances this year.Source: St. Petersburg Times Ryans, DeMeco - LB, HOU (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-127, Sacks-2.0, Int.-1, TD-1 JULY 14: Ryans' final '07 numbers can be viewed as a disappointment only compared to his amazing 2006 -- when he led the league in solo 14 tackles. Ryans actually was right on pace with that production until a torn PCL slowed him in December. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: As long as he's at full speed in camp, there should be no reservations about making him your top linebacker. (Rob Hurtt for SN) Sams, B.J. - CB, KC (Bye week: 6) APRIL 9: Chiefs signed KR/PR B.J. Sams, formerly of the Ravens, to a one-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Hopefully he can do 9 better than Eddie Drummond. Sams doesn't have a position on offense or defense but was a potent returner as recently as 2005. He tore his ACL last summer, however, so it's possible he's lost a step. Samuel, Asante - CB, PHI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-46, Sacks-0.0, Int.-6, TD-1 AUG. 13: Eagles CB Asante Samuel is fully recovered from the hamstring injury that sidelined him for most of training camp. FANTASY 13 SOURCE SPIN: He'll start at LCB this weekend. Samuel is an IDP to avoid because the Birds plan to rotate their top three corners. Though Samuel figures to play the most snaps and will get his share of picks, he has never been a productive tackler.Source: philadelphiaeagles.com For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 166 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Sanders, Bob - S, IND (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-97, Sacks-3.5, Int.-2, TD-0 AUG. 19: The Colts have given SS Bob Sanders (shoulder) and DE Dwight Freeney (foot) the green light to face contact. FANTASY SOURCE 19 SPIN: They'll play in Indianapolis' third exhibition Sunday, although both will be on a "pitch count." Freeney's snaps could be held back some early in the season as well. There should be no limitations on Sanders' playing time.Source: Indianapolis Star Sanders, Lewis - CB, NE (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-34, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 6: Patriots signed CB Lewis Sanders, formerly of the Falcons. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Sanders hasn't made a big play since 2005, 6 but can play cornerback and safety, a trait the Patriots value. He'll battle for a roster spot this summer. Sapp, Benny - CB, MIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-29, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 MARCH 25: Vikings signed CB Benny Sapp, formerly of the Chiefs. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It's for the minimum plus a $100,000 signing 25 bonus. Sapp is strictly a sub-package corner, but adds competition for Marcus McCauley after McCauley's up-and-down rookie year. Charles Gordon needs to be on his toes now, too. Sapp, Gerome - S, BAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-11, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 26: Ravens S Gerome Sapp and former Ravens LS Joe Maese refused to testify against each other in a Baltimore county district court 26 Monday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: They filed second degree assault charges against each other back in late December, and a judge found them both not guilty after refusing to testify. Sapp is a free agent and won't be viewed as a possible starter. Sapp, Warren - DT, OAK (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-51, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JAN. 3: Raiders DT Warren Sapp announced his retirement from football. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "If you were going to pick a 3 football team...and it came time for you to pick your three-technique," Sapp said, "you were taking me with you. That's all I ever wanted from this game." A seven-time Pro Bowler and six-time All Pro, Sapp retires with 96.5 sacks, an incredible amount for an interior lineman. He was Defensive Player of the Year in 1999 and won a Super Bowl with the Bucs in 2002. Sapp will likely be a first or second ballot Hall of Famer. Schlegel, Anthony - LB, CIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-29, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 1: The Bengals waived LBs Anthony Schlegel and Roy Manning. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Schlegel was a disasterous first-day pick 1 toward the end of the Terry Bradway era with the Jets. Manning was a special teamer last year for the Bengals. Cincy has a lot of questions marks at linebacker, but also some depth for the first time in a while. Schobel, Aaron - DE, BUF (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-57, Sacks-6.5, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 10: Bills RE Aaron Schobel could see more one-on-one opportunities following the team's addition of DT Marcus Stroud. FANTASY 10 SOURCE SPIN: Stroud will play nose in Buffalo and be asked to fill two gaps. Schobel got more attention and had a career-low 6.5 sacks in 2007. If Stroud stays healthy, Schobel should easily record double-digit QB takedowns.Source: SI.com Schobel, Bo - DE, JAC (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-1, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 9: Jaguars signed free agent DE Bo Schobel. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Needing defensive end depth with rookie Derrick Harvey 9 holding out, the Jags grabbed the former Titans draft pick. Schobel played in just two games for the Cardinals last season before being waived recently.Source: sportingnews.com Schulters, Lance - S, NO (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-35, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 18: Saints signed S Lance Schulters, formerly of the Dolphins. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Schulters, 33, has bounced around the past 18 two seasons. His addition could be a sign that New Orleans' isn't confident in S Josh Bullocks' health.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune Schweigert, Stuart - S, NYG (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-56, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-0 AUG. 10: The Giants signed S Stuart Schweigert, formerly of the Redskins. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Schweigert isn't a good tackler, 10 making him an odd fit in coordinator Steve Spagnuolo's scheme. He also couldn't make the intradivision rival Redskins out of training camp. We doubt Schweigert lasts long in New York.Source: New York Daily News Scott, Bart - LB, BAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-94, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 29: Ravens WLB Bart Scott has already separated two ball carriers from their helmets in training camp. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 29 When he knocked Ray Rice's hat off Monday, Scott grabbed it and chucked it downfield. Scott says it's all part of the return of the "Mad Backer," his alter ego. "I'm going to go back to just choking the hell out of people," said Scott, who's in a contract year. "I'm extremely (ticked) off, more than ever."Source: Baltimore Sun Scott, Bryan - S, BUF (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-25, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 18: Bills re-signed S Bryan Scott. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Scott, 27, can play both safety spots, but is better suited for the strong 18 side. Still, he may give FS Ko Simpson a run to start this summer. After a year lost due to injury, the Bills don't seem sold on handing Simpson anything. Scott, Darrion - DE, MIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-1, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 14: NFL suspended free agent DL Darrion Scott three games for violating the league's conduct policy. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Scott 14 pleaded guilty to child endangerment last week. He got a tryout with New England in April, but will have a hard time finding work in the NFL again.Source: ESPN.com Seau, Junior - LB, NE (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-73, Sacks-3.5, Int.-3, TD-0 AUG. 10: Junior Seau says that if he returns to the NFL for a final season it would only be with the Patriots. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Seau 10 had surgery to repair his rotator cuff earlier this offseason, and he's not yet in football shape. The Pats have much more linebacker depth this season, so it may take an unanticipated injury to get Seau back in uniform.Source: Boston Globe Sensabaugh, Gerald - S, JAC (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-3, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 5: Jaguars S Gerald Sensabaugh was arrested for reckless driving because he was "doing wheelies on a motorcycle." FANTASY 5 SOURCE SPIN: Nothing cooler than a wheelie. Sensabaugh has recovered from surgeries to his shoulder and was running as the second-team safety in OTAs behind Brian Williams. Since he has been arrested before, there is a chance he could face some league discipline.Source: Florida Times Union Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 167 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Session, Clint - LB, IND (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-19, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-0 AUG. 15: Clint Session will start at strong-side linebacker for Indianapolis while Tyjuan Hagler (pectorals) is sidelined. FANTASY SOURCE 15 SPIN: Action flows to the weak side in the Colts' Cover 2, but Session could be worth a look in deep leagues. He's more of a playmaker than Hagler and a solid bet to keep the job when Hagler returns around midseason.Source: Indianapolis Star Seward, Adam - LB, CAR (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-3, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 17: The Patriots reportedly have no plans to sign restricted free agent LB Adam Seward to an offer sheet. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 17 Seward will go back to being a fifth linebacker at best in Carolina. Due to the Panthers' acquisitions at the position, it's plausible that Seward won't make it through final cuts. New England could get him for free then.Source: Boston Globe Seymour, Richard - DT, NE (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-23, Sacks-1.5, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 22: Defensive end Richard Seymour continues to be encouraged by an offseason that has not seen him limited in any way by injuries. 22 Seymour hasn't really been himself since early in the 2005 season. He has battled a series of injuries ever since, missing a career-high seven games last year. (John Tomase for SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Has a lot to prove to IDP owners before being considered a DL option again. Shanle, Scott - LB, NO (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-67, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 20: Following Dan Morgan's retirement, Scott Shanle is expected to be the Saints' starting weakside linebacker this season. FANTASY 20 SOURCE SPIN: Shanle had nearly 100 tackles and four sacks in 2006, but his play dipped dramatically after signing an extension. He had only 68 stops last year.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune Sharper, Darren - S, MIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-62, Sacks-0.0, Int.-4, TD-1 FEB. 27: Darren Sharper will return as the Vikings' starting strong safety this year. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Vikings paid his $100,000 27 roster bonus. Sharper made his fourth Pro Bowl in 2007 and picked off four passes. He remains an inconsistent tackler. Sheppard, Lito - CB, PHI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-51, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-0 AUG. 14: Lito Sheppard is officially the Eagles' second-team right corner, behind Sheldon Brown. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The two were 14 listed as "co-starters" on Philly's first training camp depth chart, but their new lineup has Sheppard as a backup. Brown and Asante Samuel will likely see the most playing time this season. If Lito isn't traded, he'll play the right side on nickel downs with Brown covering the slot.Source: philadelphiaeagles.com Shoate, Jeff - CB, NE (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-8, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 29: Patriots waived CB Jeff Shoate, C Jimmy Martin, TE Jonathan Stupar, and NT Steve Fifita. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: None of 29 these guys had a realistic chance to make the 53-man roster. Shoate was on the Giants' practice squad last year. Fifita is an ex-Dolphin.Source: Boston Globe Siler, Brandon - LB, SD (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-4, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-1 JULY 16: The Chargers are convinced that second-year LB Brandon Siler is "bound for stardom," according to SI.com's Don Banks. 16 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Siler fell to the seventh round in 2007 over attitude concerns, but made a big impact on special teams as a rookie. His role could expand on defense as a sophomore with ILB Stephen Cooper suspended the first four games.Source: SI.com Simmons, Brian - LB, NO (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-18, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 1: Saints released LB Brian Simmons. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The one-time Seahawks star is way past his prime and probably 1 headed out of the league. New Orleans has sufficient linebacker depth now with Jonathan Vilma in the fold. Simoneau, Mark - LB, NO (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-70, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 29: Saints re-signed LB Mark Simoneau to an undisclosed contract, according to Scout.com's Adam Caplan. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 29 A surprise with Jonathan Vilma headed to New Orleans. Simoneau fits best as a fourth linebacker, but could've found a better chance to start if he tried. Of course, if Vilma isn't healthy by camp, Simoneau is fine insurance. Simpson, Ko - S, BUF (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-1, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 2: Bills FS Ko Simpson returned to practice Friday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The MRI on his ankle showed only a bone bruise, so he 2 should be fine for the rest of camp.Source: Rochester Democrat and Chronicle Sims, Ernie - LB, DET (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-134, Sacks-1.0, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 24: Lions WLB Ernie Sims had eight tackles and a sack in the team's third preseason game Saturday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Sims 24 missed much of the offseason, but he's 100 percent and dropped Jason Wright for a four-yard loss in the game. Sinclair, Matt - LB, WAS (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 25: Redskins waived LB Matt Sinclair. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Sinclair has a back injury and may struggle to find a new home 25 quickly.Source: Washington Post + Smith, Aaron - DE, PIT (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-31, Sacks-2.5, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 21: Steelers DE Aaron Smith (biceps surgery) isn't "fully recovered" according to coach Mike Tomlin. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Smith 21 is participating in individual drills, but he's not likely to be 100% until training camp.Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review Smith, Anthony - S, PIT (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-63, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-0 MARCH 31: Steelers coach Mike Tomlin says he hasn't given up on S Anthony Smith. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Smith was promising as a 31 rookie in '06, but became a big liability in '07 after his failed guarantee of a win over the Patriots. He enters the spring behind Ryan Clark at free safety. Smith will need to regain his confidence to pass him. Smith, Antonio - DE, ARI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-44, Sacks-5.5, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 3: Cardinals DE Antonio Smith denies reports that he asked to be traded. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He'll sign his contract today and 3 join his teammates in off-season workouts. "I understand what's going on in free agency, with [Larry Fitzgeralds]'s deal and all. I'm optimistic that this is probably going to be the best option for me anyway," Smith said. This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 168 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Smith, Corey - DE, DET (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-17, Sacks-2.5, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 17: Lions re-signed DE Corey Smith to a one-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He chose the Lions over the Vikings, 17 Texans, and Packers. The 6'2/250-pound 28-year-old had 27 stops and 2.5 sacks off the bench last year. He also forced three fumbles. Smith will likely remain a rotational sub in 2008. Smith, Derek - LB, SD (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-77, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 MAY 4: Derek Smith has a "strong chance" to start at inside linebacker for the Chargers' first four regular season games. FANTASY SOURCE 4 SPIN: That's how long Stephen Cooper will be suspended. Cooper will almost certainly regain his job once he's reinstated. Smith, 33, would be getting the nod over Brandon Siler, Tim Dobbins, Jyles Tucker, and Anthony Waters.Source: chargers.com Smith, Dwight - S, DET (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-51, Sacks-0.0, Int.-4, TD-1 FEB. 27: Lions signed FS Dwight Smith, formerly of the Vikings, to a two-year, $5 million contract. The deal includes a $350,000 signing 27 bonus. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Unless Gerald Alexander kicks to corner, which seems possible now, Kenoy Kennedy won't be back in Detroit. The Vikings struggled against the pass in 2007, but Smith made plays, picking off four passes and batting down nine. He knows Rod Marinelli's scheme well and will likely start at free safety. Smith, Eric - S, NYJ (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-30, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 25: Jets S Eric Smith "appears to have won the strong safety job" from Abram Elam. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The 2006 third-rounder 25 nearly overtook Erik Coleman in camp last season before starting four games in 2007. Smith has been a Mangini favorite for awhile, so the change figures to stick.Source: Newark Star-Ledger Smith, Justin - DE, SF (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-78, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 9: He's not a pass rusher; he has yet to reach even nine sacks in seven pro seasons. If you're looking for a player who will be in there 9 every week and consistently provide some tackles, however, then he's your guy. This season will be his first in a 3-4 front, so it's difficult to estimate the effect on his numbers. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: A consistent if unspectacular presence. (Matt Schauf for SN) Smith, Keith - CB, DET (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-41, Sacks-0.0, Int.-3, TD-1 FEB. 28: Lions re-signed CB Keith Smith to a two-year contract. The deal is believed to be worth $5 million, with $2 million guaranteed. 28 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Lions have developed Smith the last few years, and he seems destined for a much larger role in their secondary. It's quite possible he'll start. + Smith, Kelvin - LB, MIA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-1, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 11: The Dolphins waived LB Kelvin Smith (knee). FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: At 6-2/230 pounds, Smith probably wasn't in Bill 11 Parcells' long-term plans at inside linebacker even if he was healthy. The Tuna likes 'em with more meat.Source: Palm Beach Post Smith, Raonall - LB, STL (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 19: The Dolphins hosted free agent LB Raonall Smith for a visit Wednesday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Smith has proven to be a 19 below average defender, but can help on special teams when healthy. That hasn't been the case especially often in his career. Smith, Shaun - DE, CLE (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-62, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 29: The Browns will keep Shaun Smith at nose tackle in 2008. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It's where they originally brought him from 29 Cincinnati to play, until Orpheus Roye got hurt again. Smith, who'll likely be bookended by Robaire Smith and Corey Williams this season, had 62 tackles and two sacks in '07. Smith, Will - DE, NO (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-66, Sacks-7.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 9: Like Julius Peppers (though not to the same degree), Smith is too good a player to be limited to his 2007 totals. Contract negotiations 9 with the team could be a distraction, but rookie Sedrick Ellis strengthens the line's interior. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Fresh Prince should get back into double digits in sacks. (Matt Schauf for SN) C Soliai, Paul - DT, MIA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-4, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 7: Last year's fourth round pick NT Paul Soliai is in danger of being cut. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Soliai played in nine games last 7 season and accrued just three tackles. One source referred to him as "just a big, lazy baby" who didn't put in any work to improve throughout the season and barely did enough to get by.Source: Miami Herald Sopoaga, Isaac - DE, SF (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-20, Sacks-1.5, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 7: The 49ers will use Isaac Sopoaga at defensive end this season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: There isn't much IDP value to be had on 7 the Niners' defensive line, but they'll have their best three (Justin Smith at RE, Sopoaga at LE, and Aubrayo Franklin at NT) in the starting lineup. WILB Pat Willis will be well protected.Source: Santa Rosa Press Democrat Sorensen, Nick - S, CLE (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 29: Browns re-signed S Nick Sorensen to a three-year, $2.5 million contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It likely includes all minimum 29 salaries and a signing bonus in the $1 million range. Sorensen is a gung ho special teamer, but doesn't play on defense. Spears, Marcus - DE, DAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-30, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 27: Cowboys DE Marcus Spears says he is willing to play nose tackle full time if the team decides to use Jay Ratliff at end. FANTASY 27 SOURCE SPIN: Spears isn't exactly Jamal Williams at 6'4/298, but he could combine with Tank Johnson to form a highly athletic NT rotation. Spears hasn't been very productive at end, and any versatility he could show might help with his rookie deal winding down.Source: Dallas Morning News + Spencer, Anthony - LB, DAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-27, Sacks-3.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 20: Coach Wade Phillips said LB Anthony Spencer will miss 2-4 weeks after undergoing arthroscopic surgery on his right knee 20 Wednesday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Cowboys first thought Spencer's injury was just a bone bruise and called him day-to-day, but doctors decided it need to be cleaned up with surgery this week. "It kept getting irritated," Phillips said. "It'd go down and then it'd go back. There was just a particle in there that kept catching."Source: Dallas Morning News Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 169 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Spicer, Paul - DE, JAC (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-34, Sacks-7.5, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 27: Although rookie Derrick Harvey could grab a starting job, Spicer still looks like a favorite to stay in the lineup. He could lose value if 27 second-rounder Quentin Groves takes third-down opportunities. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Be wary of the Jaguars implanting younger pass rushers. (Matt Schauf for SN) Spikes, Takeo - LB, SF (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-85, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 10: The 49ers signed LB Takeo Spikes, formerly of the Eagles. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Spikes is coming off extensive shoulder 10 surgery, but could prove an upgrade over Jeff Ulbrich at the 49ers' "Ted" inside linebacker position next to Patrick Willis. That isn't a hot spot for tackles, as the Ted often has to take on offensive guards so Willis can run free. Either way, this is a fine risk for the Niners. Whatever speed Spikes has lost due to age (31) will be less obvious in Mike Nolan's 3-4 scheme.Source: Sacramento Bee Spires, Greg - DE, OAK (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-26, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 10: Raiders agreed to terms with Greg Spires. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Bucs-Raiders pipeline continues to go both ways. Spires 10 could be of use to Oakland as a reserve, but he's no lock to make the roster after missing six games last year. He'll compete with DEs Jay Richardson and Kalimba Edwards.Source: San Francisco Chronicle Spragan, Donnie - LB, BUF (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-30, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 2: Bills signed veteran free agent LB Donnie Spragan. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: With fifth-round pick Alvin Bowen likely lost for the 2 season, the team needed to fill the void.Source: BuffaloBills.com Springs, Shawn - CB, WAS (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-62, Sacks-0.0, Int.-4, TD-0 AUG. 15: Redskins CB Shawn Springs is open to eventually moving to free safety to extend his career, ala Aeneas Williams and Rod Woodson. 15 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: That won't happen early this year with Carlos Rogers' (knee) health still a concern, but Springs could take over at FS later on with LaRon Landry moving to strong safety. The Redskins believe SS is Landry's most natural position.Source: Washington Times Stamer, Josh - LB, TEN (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-1, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 26: Titans agreed to terms with LB Josh Stamer, formerly of the Bills. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Stamer agreed to a two-year pact. 26 The 31-year-old former undrafted free agent from North Dakota State will try to help out on special teams. Stanley, Montavious - DT, ATL (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-29, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 24: Falcons re-signed DT Montavious Stanley, an exclusive rights free agent. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: At 6'2/310, Stanley has the 24 size new coach Mike Smith looks for in interior tackles. He has a good chance to stay through Atlanta's coaching change. Starks, Randy - DT, MIA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-16, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 29: Dolphins agreed to terms with DT Randy Starks on a five-year, $21 million contract, with $7 million guaranteed. FANTASY 29 SOURCE SPIN: Starks has played in a 4-3 scheme in Tennessee the past four years, but is the big (6'3/315), high-upside type player Bill Parcells looks for. Of course, he's also had off-field problems, something Parcells said he wouldn't tolerate. It's remarkable Starks got this money with such little production as a pro. C Stone, Daren - S, ATL (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-2, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 23: For Daren Stone it would have been cheaper to get a driver. The backup strong safety met with Falcons coach Mike Smith following 23 his arrest on a drunken driving charge. Stone participated in the next-to-last offseason practice but he did not comment on his arrest. (Daryl S. Ledbetter for SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: You won't need to turn this Stone over on draft day. Strahan, Michael - DE, NYG (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-57, Sacks-9.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 26: FOXSports.com's Jay Glazer reports that Michael Strahan has decided to stay retired. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Source: 26 FOXSports.com Strickland, Donald - CB, SF (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-28, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 24: 49ers CB Donald Strickland was arrested earlier this month for fleeing police after they attempted to arrest him for being drunk in 24 public. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He was booked on April 13 for public intoxication and resisting arrest. Police say Strickland didn't make it long on the run; he fell down after getting about a half a block away. "That's when we took him into custody," police said.Source: San Jose Mercury News Stroud, Marcus - DT, BUF (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-22, Sacks-3.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 21: Bills NT Marcus Stroud did not miss one practice in training camp. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: This is great news for MLB Paul 21 Posluszny, who Stroud will "shield" by drawing double teams. Stroud may finally be over his chronic ankle issues.Source: Buffalo News Suggs, Terrell - DE, BAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-78, Sacks-5.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 18: The Ravens signed franchise player Terrell Suggs to a one-year, $8.5 million contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Suggs skipped all 18 of camp, but has now resumed practicing and is safe to draft in IDP leagues. The 25-year-old hybrid defensive end/outside linebacker is coming off a career-best 78-tackle season, but had only five sacks, down from 9.5 the year before. If he puts it all together, Suggs can be a top-five DL.Source: Baltimore Sun C Surtain, Patrick - CB, KC (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-58, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-0 AUG. 13: Patrick Surtain's demotion behind rookie Brandon Carr at some point this season is reportedly "inevitable." FANTASY SOURCE 13 SPIN: Surtain is well below league average for a starter at this point, constantly giving up first downs because he's afraid of getting beaten deep. The Chiefs may as well go young at yet another position.Source: Kansas City Star Tafoya, Joe - DE, ARI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-16, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 27: The Cardinals have expressed interest in retaining free agent Joe Tafoya. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Tafoya can play end when 27 Arizona uses a 4-3, outside linebacker in its 3-4, and is a willing special teamer. He should come cheaply as a reserve. Tapp, Darryl - DE, SEA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-49, Sacks-7.0, Int.-1, TD-0 JUNE 26: Tapp found a good way to break into a pro lineup -- with a hard-working veteran (Patrick Kerney) drawing attention on the opposite 26 side. The only concern is that more than half of Tapp's 2007 sacks came in a single game against the lowly Rams. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Tapp is on the upswing, but watch out for Lawrence Jackson (Matt Schauf for SN) For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 170 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE + Tatupu, Lofa - LB, SEA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-109, Sacks-1.0, Int.-4, TD-0 AUG. 27: Seahawks coach Mike Holmgren said Wednesday that he expects MLB Lofa Tatupu (knee) to be back for Week 1. FANTASY 27 SOURCE SPIN: Tatupu is dealing with a bone bruise and isn't practicing yet, but could be on the field by next week. He is arguably Seattle's most valuable defender.Source: Seattle Times Taylor, Ike - CB, PIT (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-79, Sacks-1.0, Int.-3, TD-1 JULY 26: Steelers CB Ike Taylor agreed to restructure his contract to help the Steelers sign their top draft picks. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 26 Taylor will reduce his base salary and pick up signing bonus money instead. That conversion will help the Steelers free up $2 million in cap space. Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review + Taylor, Jason - DE, WAS (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-55, Sacks-11.0, Int.-1, TD-1 AUG. 26: Jason Taylor (knee) said Monday that he still hopes to play in the September 4 season opener against the Giants. FANTASY 26 SOURCE SPIN: "In a perfect world, I'd like to play Thursday, but it doesn't count, so I won't be there Thursday for sure," Taylor said. "After that it's live games, and I'm not one for missing games." Taylor suffered a sprained knee in the first half Saturday, but X-rays were negative and an MRI exam did not reveal tendon damage. He's started 130 straight regular season games.Source: Washington Post Taylor, Tony - LB, ATL (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-4, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 30: Tony Taylor and Curtis Lofton are currently rotating days as the Falcons' starting middle linebacker. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 30 Lofton, Atlanta's second-round pick, is far more physically gifted but Taylor won't go down easily. The winner here could have LB2 or even LB1 value.Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution Terrill, Craig - DT, SEA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-25, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JAN. 3: Seahawks DT Craig Terrill to a three-year contract extension through 2010. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Terrill, a penetrating reserve, 3 helps in the Seahawks' down line rotation and on special teams. He recorded a career high 25 tackles in 2007. Thomas, Adalius - LB, NE (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-79, Sacks-6.5, Int.-1, TD-1 AUG. 13: Patriots LB Adalius Thomas has focused on playing outside this offseason, as expected. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Rookie Jerod 13 Mayo appears to be blossoming into an absolute stud inside, so Thomas shouldn't be needed there barring injuries. Thomas was more productive as both a tackler and blitzer after moving to OLB down the stretch last year. At weak outside linebacker, he is a pretty safe bet for 10-12 sacks.Source: Boston Herald Thomas, Bryan - LB, NYJ (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-47, Sacks-2.5, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 30: Jets' OLB Bryan Thomas admits he "slacked off" last season on the heels of a career year in 2006. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It's no 30 coincidence that Thomas' incredibly candid self-assessment occurred after the team signed free agent Calvin Pace and drafted Vernon Gholston with the sixth overall pick. Thomas realizes this is a make-or-break season, and he no longer has the luxury of job security.Source: New York Post Thomas, Dontarrious - LB, SF (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-1, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 29: 49ers agreed to terms with LB Dontarrious Thomas, formerly of the Vikings. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: And the Niners have a new 29 outside linebacker. Thomas, who was miscast in a Cover Two 4-3 scheme, gets a chance to show why he was a second-round pick in 2004. Patrick Willis gets the tackles inside for the 49ers, so Thomas' IDP upside will be limited. He may also have to hold off Brandon Moore. Thomas, Fred - CB, NO (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-8, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JAN. 6: Saints CB Fred Thomas is not expected back with the team in 2008. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Thomas, a starter for all of 2006, was 6 rarely active last season. He turns 35 at the start of next season and could decide to call it a career. + Thomas, Hollis - DT, NO (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-50, Sacks-3.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 14: Saints DT Hollis Thomas will miss two months with a torn right triceps muscle. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The 34-year-old was on 14 the verge of losing his job, but this news assures that rookie Sedrick Ellis will move right into the starting lineup at nose tackle. Ellis will have to occupy blockers which will hurt his potential for production.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune Thomas, Josh - DE, IND (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-29, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 18: Colts re-signed DE Josh Thomas to a one-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Thomas played well against the run after 18 Dwight Freeney went down in 2007, but lacks the upside teams look for in potential starters. He did draw some interest from the Titans, who are always looking to round up ex-Colts. Thomas, Kiwaukee - CB, DET (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-33, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 10: Lions signed free agent DB Kiwaukee Thomas. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Thomas replaces the injured Stanley Wilson on the 10 roster. He was released by the Bills early this offseason after tearing his groin late in the season.Source: MLive.com Thomas, Marcus - DT, DEN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-20, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 MAY 9: Colorado police have decided not to press charges against Marcus Thomas for drug possession. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The 9 police apparently determined that the cocaine they found on the night in question belonged to Thomas' friend, who was driving his truck. His friend will go on trial, but Thomas is in the clear and is slated to start for Denver this year.Source: MyFoxColorado.com Thomas, Pat - LB, KC (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-9, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 30: Pat Thomas is currently the Chiefs' starting middle linebacker. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It seems Demorrio Williams has been 30 slow to learn the scheme, as he's seen no time with the ones. Napoleon Harris is behind Thomas at the MIKE. Donnie Edwards is currently at WILL. The SAM is Derrick Johnson. We doubt Thomas will keep the job, but he appears to be a major IDP sleeper right now.Source: Kansas City Star + Thomas, Robert - LB, OAK (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-62, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 26: Raiders LB Robert Thomas was carted off the practice field with a knee injury. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: There is no word on the 26 severity yet. Thomas had lost his starting job to Ricky Brown this summer. A serious injury may allow Al Davis' six-year pet project, Sam Williams, to make the team once again.Source: San Francisco Chronicle Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 171 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Thomas, Santonio - DT, NE (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-3, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 2: Patriots signed DT Santonio Thomas to their active roster. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Bill Belichick has learned from past Super 2 Bowls to have enough defensive linemen active. New England also responded to the latest videotaping allegations: "The suggestion that the New England Patriots recorded the St. Louis Rams' walkthrough on the day before Super Bowl XXXVI in 2002 is absolutely false. Any suggestion to the contrary is untrue." Thomas, Zach - LB, DAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-52, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 14: Thomas spent 12 seasons with the Dolphins and led them in tackles in most of those seasons. He played only five games last year 14 because of concussion problems, and given his hard-hitting style, the potential of re-injury remains a concern. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Lots of tackles if he can stay on the field, but that's some risk. (Rob Hurtt for SN) Thompson, Chaun - LB, HOU (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-14, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 14: Texans signed LB Chaun Thompson, formerly of the Browns, to a two-year, $2.4 million contract. The deal includes a $605,000 14 signing bonus. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Cleveland had an offer on the table, but it likely wasn't as substantial. Thompson, 28, figures to battle on the strong side with Kevin Bentley. He can rush the passer, having posted 10 sacks as a reserve in his Browns stint. Thompson, Lamont - S, JAC (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-7, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 16: Jaguars released S Lamont Thompson. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Thompson would've cost only $700,000 to keep on the roster, 16 but the Jaguars are clearing space for younger, cheaper players with more potential. Thornton, David - LB, TEN (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-122, Sacks-1.0, Int.-2, TD-0 AUG. 23: Titans SLB David Thornton will wear the headset to relay in defensive play calls from the sideline this season. FANTASY SOURCE 23 SPIN: It won't be WLB Keith Bulluck, despite speculation to the contrary. With Bulluck in decline, Thornton is now Tennessee's quickest linebacker to the ball. He led the club with 122 tackles last season. Bulluck had only 88.Source: Indianapolis Star Tillman, Charles - CB, CHI (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-76, Sacks-0.0, Int.-3, TD-0 JUNE 26: Despite a numbers slide, Tillman is too young to be on the downside of his career. Nathan Vasher's continued presence on the other 26 side will keep passes coming Tillman's way. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Let's hope he picks off a couple more this season. (Matt Schauf for SN) Timmons, Lawrence - LB, PIT (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-2, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 16: Last year's first-round pick, LB Lawrence Timmons, has been the defensive standout of Steelers training camp. FANTASY SOURCE 16 SPIN: Larry Foote remains the official starter, but Timmons is coming like a freight train. Beat writer Ed Bouchette gushed, "Lawrence Timmons is a monster. He looks like a bigger Kendrell Bell in his prime with his explosiveness and playmaking ability."Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Torbor, Reggie - LB, MIA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-31, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 29: Dolphins agreed to terms with LB Reggie Torbor. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The Giants have lost Torbor, Kawika Mitchell, and 29 Gibril Wilson is probably next out the door. Torbor brings size and versatility to Miami, but probably won't be looked at as a possible starter. Townsend, Deshea - CB, PIT (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-52, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-0 AUG. 5: Deshea Townsend is expected to remain the Steelers' starting cornerback opposite Ike Taylor again this season. FANTASY SOURCE 5 SPIN: Bryant McFadden will stay at nickel back. Townsend is steady and reliable, but rotates and hasn't had over two picks or 55 tackles since the '04 season.Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review Traylor, Keith - DT, MIA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-44, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 11: Dolphins released DT Keith Traylor. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Traylor will be 39 years old at the start of next season, and is 11 probably going to retire. Tripplett, Larry - DT, SEA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-35, Sacks-1.0, Int.-1, TD-0 APRIL 30: Seahawks signed DT Larry Tripplett and LB Wesly Mallard and claimed QB Dalton Bell off waivers from the Packers. FANTASY 30 SOURCE SPIN: Signing Tripplett at this stage of free agency for probably about the vet's minimum could prove to be a steal. He's only 29 and has a history of getting to the passer. Mallard is a special teamer. Bell will be a camp body.Source: Tacoma News Tribune Trotter, Jeremiah - LB, TB (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-12, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 19: Despite their shaky middle linebacker situation, the Bengals are not expected to give free agent Jeremiah Trotter a call. FANTASY 19 SOURCE SPIN: Former Bengals Brian Simmons and Takeo Spikes are also available, but the team seems committed to using Dhani Jones inside. Trotter is probably done.Source: bengals.com Trufant, Marcus - CB, SEA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-85, Sacks-0.0, Int.-7, TD-1 JULY 2: Do we chalk up his big 2007 to a contract year -- which paid off handsomely -- or was it just a matter of his coaches getting him into 2 the right spots behind one of the league's best pass rushes? Let's assume it was at least enough of the latter to keep Trufant the strong IDP he has been in two of the past four seasons. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: One of the top defensive backs, but a decrease in INTs is inevitable. (Matt Schauf for SN) + Trusnik, Jason - LB, NYJ (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 27: The Jets placed LB Jason Trusnik on the PUP list. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: If the Jets want him back, he'll be available to them in 27 Week 7.Source: New York Post Tuck, Justin - DE, NYG (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-63, Sacks-10.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 25: Following Osi Umenyiora's loss, Justin Tuck will remain the Giants' left defensive end. Mathias Kiwanuka will start at right end. 25 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Kiwi gets the advantage of rushing from right-handed signal callers' blind sides and is a legitimate threat for 10 sacks. If Kiwanuka transitions smoothly, it will only help Tuck. Tuck is a better bet for a high tackle count.Source: giants.com This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 172 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Tucker, Jyles - LB, SD (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-6, Sacks-3.5, Int.-0, TD-1 AUG. 25: Chargers signed OLB Jyles Tucker to a new five-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Tucker, who went undrafted out of Wake 25 Forest in '07, is a candidate to start at LOLB if Shawne Merriman (knee) misses the season. He was previously signed through this year. Tucker, 25, is worth a look in dynasty IDP leagues. Tulloch, Stephen - LB, TEN (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-36, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 1: Titans MLB Stephen Tulloch has reportedly delivered some of the biggest hits in training camp so far. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 1 With Ryan Fowler expected to open the season on the suspended list, Tulloch will be Tennessee's starter in the middle. Tulloch won't be a three-down player, but has a chance to keep the job all year if he plays well.Source: Nashville Tennessean Tyler, Tank - DT, KC (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-11, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 20: Tank Tyler is lining up as a starting DT in practice, replacing Ron Edwards. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Edwards has been solid if 20 unspectacular, but the Chiefs' youth movement on defense is placing more value on youth and potential. Earlier in camp, Turk McBride replaced veteran Alfonso Boone as the starting left end.Source: Kansas City Star + Udeze, Kenechi - DE, MIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-47, Sacks-5.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 1: Kenechi Udeze (injured reserve, leukemia) vows to play football again. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "I know I'll be back playing," he 1 said. "It's about my mindset, and my mindset is, 'This (leukemia) is temporary.'" Udeze is currently only four pounds above his playing weight, but he has lost muscle mass. It's uncertain when he'll be cleared to begin lifting again.Source: Minneapolis Star-Tribune Ulbrich, Jeff - LB, SF (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-30, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 21: Coach Mike Nolan says Jeff Ulbrich is the clear favorite to be the 49ers' starting "Ted" inside linebacker this season. FANTASY 21 SOURCE SPIN: Dontarrious Thomas has moved behind "Mike" LB Patrick Willis. The Ted 'backer in Nolan's scheme can get about 80 tackles a year, but it isn't a playmaking position. Brandon Moore will be Ulbrich's main competition in camp.Source: Santa Rosa Press Democrat + Umenyiora, Osi - DE, NYG (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-52, Sacks-13.0, Int.-0, TD-1 AUG. 27: As to Osi Umenyiora's return from a torn lateral meniscus, coach Tom Coughlin says "the prognosis is very, very optimistic for 27 a full recovery." FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The procedure was more thorough than a similar one Osi had at Troy State. "They fixed it," he said. "I'm good to go." Still, Umenyiora could lose some explosiveness. Major knee injuries can be damaging for edge rushers.Source: Newark Star-Ledger Urlacher, Brian - LB, CHI (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-123, Sacks-5.0, Int.-5, TD-1 JULY 21: Bears and Brian Urlacher have agreed to a restructured contract which will keep the middle linebacker in Chicago through 2012. 21 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Assuming Urlacher isn't cut before then. The new deal pays Urlacher a $6 million to sign and a $1 million salary raise in each of the next four years. In 2012, he can make $8 million, including a $500,000 workout bonus, making it essentially a new five-year, $43.5 million deal. Urlacher, 30, may not the see the end of the deal (he'll be 34 when it ends), but it keeps him happy for now.Source: ESPN.com Vanden Bosch, Kyle - DE, TEN (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-60, Sacks-12.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 10: It'd be nice if Antwan Odom had stuck around to draw blocking attention, but the key guy is Albert Haynesworth. With him in the 10 lineup, Vanden Bosch and the other Titans' linemen are more effective rushers. Think it's a coincidence that KVB's down year in Nashville coincided with Big Al's suspension? FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Hard worker who has become durable and productive. (Matt Schauf for SN) Ventrone, Raymond - S, NE (Bye week: 4) MAY 20: Patriots safety Ray Ventrone was doing drills with the receivers on Tuesday afternoon. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The special 20 teamer was recruited as a running back out of high school, but decided to play safety at Villanova. He's clearly a long shot to even see one snap on offense this season, but it's worth noting.Source: Providence Journal Vilma, Jonathan - LB, NO (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-43, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 21: Saints coach Sean Payton says MLB Jonathan Vilma (knee) is "close to 100%." FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: With Mark Simoneau 21 currently hobbled, Vilma has unofficially won the battle to start in Week 1. Pending health, Vilma is a candidate for 110-120 tackles.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune Vrabel, Mike - LB, NE (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-77, Sacks-12.5, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 5: Patriots activated LB Mike Vrabel (undisclosed injury) from the PUP list. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Vrabel returned to practice 5 Tuesday.Source: Boston Globe Walker, Darwin - DT, CAR (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-17, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 28: The Panthers signed DT Darwin Walker to a one-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Walker played for the Bears last year at 28 both the three-technique and nose tackle positions. He has starting experience and adds depth to a thin spot.Source: Rock Hill Herald Walker, Frank - CB, BAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-9, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 13: Ravens signed CB Frank Walker to a two-year, $3.5 million contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Walker was buried on Green 13 Bay's depth chart in 2007, but was a decent contributer on special teams. He'll likely fill a similar role in Baltimore. + Wallace, C.J. - S, SEA (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 12: Seahawks S C.J. Wallace (appendectomy) appeared at minicamp on Thursday, but didn't participate. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 12 Wallace's doctors had told him not to fly after the procedure, so this was his first appearance at minicamp.Source: Tacoma News Tribune Walls, Lenny - CB, BAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-8, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 22: The Ravens waived Lenny Walls and QB Brad Roach. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Roach was an undrafted rookie with no chance to 22 make the team. Walls has bounced around the league, but appears to be just about done. Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 173 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Ware, DeMarcus - LB, DAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-84, Sacks-14.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 10: Ware doesn't supply the tackles of a typical linebacker, but please forgive him -- he's spending much of his time slamming opposing 10 QBs into the turf. A college lineman, Ware used his blazing speed to finish tied for third in the NFL in sacks last season -- quite a feat for a linebacker. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Points are points, and Ware gets a lot of them in fantasy. He's a potential No. 1 linebacker. (Rob Hurtt for SN) Ware, Matt - CB, ARI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-9, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 31: Cardinals re-signed DB Matt Ware to a two-year contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Ware, a reserve corner and safety, had 31 seven special teams stops in 2007. Warren, Gerard - DT, OAK (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-22, Sacks-4.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 17: Gerard Warren is expected to be the Raiders' starting defensive tackle next to Tommy Kelly this season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 17 Underachieving Terdell Sands will rotate in. Warren and Kelly are gap shooting tackles, while Sands is Oakland's supposed run plugger. Despite upgrades in the back, expect this rush defense to remain among the league's poorest.Source: Sacramento Bee Washington, Fabian - CB, BAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-37, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 1: NFL suspended Ravens CB Fabian Washington one game for violating the league's personal conduct policy. FANTASY SOURCE 1 SPIN: Washington, who is competing with Samari Rolle to start, was arrested in February for domestic battery, although he avoided prosecution through an intervention program. "We had knowledge of Fabian's situation prior to the trade we made for him," GM Ozzie Newsome said. "Fabian knows his actions were a mistake and has taken appropriate actions since then." Source: Profootballtalk.com + Watson, Gabe - DT, ARI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-34, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 22: Cardinals NT Gabe Watson (fractured kneecap) will not be available when the team opens training camp Wednesday. FANTASY 22 SOURCE SPIN: He'll likely be placed on camp/PUP, but could come off a few weeks into August. Watson needed surgery to fix his injury in April. Backup nose tackle Alan Branch, who was out of shape at minicamps, will benefit from the increased reps.Source: East Valley Tribune Webster, Corey - CB, NYG (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-14, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-1 JULY 23: Corey Webster and Aaron Ross are currently the Giants' starting cornerbacks. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Sam Madison and rookie 23 Terrell Thomas are vying for the nickel. Ross has outstanding ball skills and is interesting in big-play-heavy IDP leagues, but Webster is the better tackler and could be thrown at by opponents more often.Source: giants.com Webster, Jason - CB, NE (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-3, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 26: Patriots released CB Jason Webster, FB Kyle Eckel and OL Ryan Wendell. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Webster hasn't been able to 26 stay healthy for the past five years, and this camp was no exception: he missed the last month with a hamstring injury. Eckel and Wendell were longshots to make the squad. Webster, Nate - LB, DEN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-86, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-1 AUG. 25: The Broncos confirmed that Nate Webster has won their competition at middle linebacker over Niko Koutouvides. FANTASY 25 SOURCE SPIN: Denver's run defense will again be a favorable fantasy matchup. D.J. Williams should often be the Broncos' first linebacker to the ball, but Webster has 100-tackle potential at MIKE. Koutouvides will focus on special teams.Source: Denver Post Weddle, Eric - S, SD (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-48, Sacks-1.0, Int.-1, TD-0 JULY 2: The Chargers like Weddle enough that they cut veteran Marlon McCree loose. A versatile ball hawk in college, Weddle could be a nice 2 surprise in the turnover department. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: A deep sleeper who could awaken. (Matt Schauf for SN) Wesley, Dante - CB, CAR (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 28: Panthers signed CB Dante Wesley to a two-year deal. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Wesley missed most of last season after cracking 28 his collarbone in Week 2. He'll contribute on special teams and as a fourth corner. Wesley, Greg - S, OAK (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-26, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 11: The Raiders released S Greg Wesley. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Wesley couldn't even pass Tyvon Branch or Rashard Baker on the 11 depth chart, so he may not have much left. He's no longer an effective cover guy.Source: Oakland Tribune Whitaker, Ronyell - CB, DET (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-2, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 28: Vikings CB Ronyell Whitaker was notified that he will not be tendered a contract, making him an unrestricted free agent. FANTASY 28 SOURCE SPIN: Wherever Whitaker ends up, he'll be competing for a roster spot. White, Dewayne - DE, DET (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-43, Sacks-6.5, Int.-1, TD-1 MAY 21: Lions coach Rod Marinelli predicts Dewayne White will register "double digit" sacks at right defensive end this season. FANTASY 21 SOURCE SPIN: In a perfect world White, who had six sacks in 2007, would be Detroit's left end, but no one's stepped up to claim the RE spot. Quick rookie Cliff Avril would seem the best fit there, but he's small and obviously inexperienced. Ikaika Alama-Francis and Jared DeVries are competing at left end for now.Source: MLive.com White, Greg - DE, TB (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-26, Sacks-8.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 22: The Bucs have ended their experiment with Greg White at left defensive end. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He's going back to RE 22 behind Gaines Adams and Kevin Carter is locked into a starting job on the strong side. Since this is White's best position and he was very productive there in 2007, he poses a big threat to Adams' snaps.Source: Tampa Tribune White, Marvin - S, CIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-13, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 5: Marvin White is expected to be the Bengals' starting free safety this year. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The 2007 fourth-rounder 5 doesn't have any competition. White lacks elite speed but was a playmaker at TCU. He's a DB to monitor in IDP leagues.Source: Dayton Daily News White, Tracy - LB, GB (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-1, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-1 MARCH 17: Packers re-signed LB Tracy White to a two-year, $1.8 million contract. The deal includes a $250,000 signing bonus. FANTASY 17 SOURCE SPIN: Pittsburgh showed interest, but White had a better chance to play more on defense by staying in Green Bay. White makes his money in kick coverage. For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 174 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Whitner, Donte - S, BUF (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-89, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 JULY 7: Donte Whitner says he is "guaranteeing" that the Bills will make the playoffs this season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It would be 7 Buffalo's first postseason appearance this decade; a winning record would mark the Bills' second since 1999. The Bills need to stay healthy, but they have enough nice young pieces in place to make a run at a Wild Card spot.Source: sportingnews.com Wilfork, Vince - DT, NE (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-48, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 16: Patriots NT Vince Wilfork says he's "not even thinking" about asking for a contract extension. FANTASY SOURCE 16 SPIN: Wilfork would be the favorite in any Humble Pie eating contest. He's probably the second or third most valuable player on New England's roster and the most underpaid player in the league. Wilfork will make a total of $2.7 million over the next two seasons before his deal expires in 2010.Source: Boston Globe Wilhelm, Matt - LB, SD (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-97, Sacks-1.0, Int.-3, TD-0 JULY 12: San Diego's defense is set up to funnel plays to the middle, i.e. Wilhelm. Once he got comfortable in Donnie Edwards' old spot, 12 Wilhelm became a factor. He shook off an early-season calf injury and averaged eight tackles in his final 10 games. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Wilhelm should be a consistent weekly scorer who is available late in drafts. (Rob Hurtt for SN) Wilkerson, Jimmy - DE, TB (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-13, Sacks-0.5, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 1: Bucs signed DT Jimmy Wilkerson, formerly of the Chiefs. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Wilkerson has some versatility, but will 1 just be seen as a reserve. He will work in a rotation with Patrick Chukwurah off the bench. Wilkerson has started five games in a five-year career. Wilkinson, Gerris - LB, NYG (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-8, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 25: The Giants have moved Danny Clark to strong-side linebacker, making Gerris Wilkinson their new starter on the weak side. 25 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: New York's linebacker crew is far less imposing than the 2007 version with Reggie Torbor and Kawika Mitchell gone and Mathias Kiwanuka on the line. Wilkinson may not be very secure with rookie Bryan Kehl breathing down his neck.Source: New York Daily News Williams, Brian - CB, JAC (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-68, Sacks-0.0, Int.-3, TD-0 JULY 10: Jaguars SS Brian Williams was acquitted Thursday of DUI. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: If Williams had been convicted, he would've 10 faced up to a year in prison and potential NFL discipline. Williams, a career cornerback, is moving to strong safety this season, where he has a good chance to be an IDP asset.Source: Associated Press Williams, Corey - DT, CLE (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-35, Sacks-7.0, Int.-1, TD-0 FEB. 29: Corey Williams' six-year contract with the Browns is with $38 million and includes $18 million in guarantees. FANTASY SOURCE 29 SPIN: It's nearly a million per year less and a whopping $7 million in fewer guarantees than the deal Oakland gave Tommy Kelly, which is drawing laughs around the NFL. Wiliams will be the Browns' left end this season. Williams, D.J. - LB, DEN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-141, Sacks-1.0, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 15: Despite his switch to the weak side, Broncos LB D.J. Williams will play middle linebacker on passing downs this season. FANTASY 15 SOURCE SPIN: Williams, who wears the defensive headset to relay in signals from the sideline, will be an every-down player and maintain lots of big-play potential due to his versatility. If Denver lets him hit free agency next spring, other teams could view Williams as a full-time MIKE prospect.Source: Rocky Mountain News + Williams, Demorrio - LB, KC (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-77, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-0 AUG. 20: Demorrio Williams broke a bone in his hand during Tuesday's practice and will miss the Chiefs' final two preseason games. 20 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Williams expects to be ready by opening day, but he's already looking like a free agent bust. He didn't claim a starting job in camp and will have a tough time getting snaps once the regular season gets underway.Source: NFL.com Williams, Jamal - DT, SD (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-39, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 2: Chargers NT Jamal Williams participated in team drills for the first time Friday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Williams had 2 arthroscopic surgery on both knees this offseason, so it's a positive sign that he has moved on from the less demanding position drills.Source: San Diego Union-Tribune Williams, Jamar - LB, CHI (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-22, Sacks-1.0, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 24: The Bears are mindful of the salary structure in their locker room, and for practical purposes are unlikely to pay Lance Briggs more 24 than Brian Urlacher. Williams is an impressive yet untested third-year player who could fill the void if Briggs departs. (Brad Biggs for SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: If Briggs goes (and he will), Williams makes for an intriguing option as a No. 2 linebacker next season. You'll have to watch him in the preseason to sure. Williams, Jimmy - S, ATL (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-14, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 AUG. 5: Former Falcons S Jimmy Williams has been suspended for five games by the NFL. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The disappointing 5 Williams has been out of work since he ran afoul of the new Falcons coaching staff in June. With this news, he has about as much of a chance to hitch on with a new team as Cedric Benson does.Source: Pro Football Weekly Williams, Kevin - DT, MIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-38, Sacks-3.0, Int.-2, TD-2 JUNE 19: The last two times the Vikings had a double-digit sacker at end, Williams also reached double digits in sacks from his tackle spot. 19 Enter Jared Allen. Now let's see if Williams still has it in him. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Bet on yes, and enjoy the athleticism that led to two interceptions last season. (Matt Schauf for SN) Williams, Kyle - DT, BUF (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-41, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 3: Bills signed DT Kyle Williams to a three-year, $14.5 million extension through 2012, according to NFL Network's Adam Schefter. 3 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: $5.7 million is guaranteed. Williams has played strictly nose tackle in coordinator Perry Fewell's Tampa 2 since being drafted in '05, but worked as a three technique during OTAs. We doubt he'll win that job over John McCargo and Spencer Johnson, but should remain a key rotational piece. Subscribe to Sporting News magazine at http://www.sportingnews.com/magazine 175 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Williams, Leon - LB, CLE (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-80, Sacks-4.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 15: Browns LB Leon Williams reportedly needs to improve by training camp, or he could be stuck playing mostly special teams. 15 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: A step back after starting at inside linebacker for much of last season. Rookie Beau Bell and a possibly resurgent Andra Davis are threats for playing time.Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer + Williams, Madieu - S, MIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-70, Sacks-2.0, Int.-2, TD-0 AUG. 12: Vikings FS Madieu Williams could miss as many as six weeks with a neck injury, putting his status for Weeks 1-3 of the regular 12 season in doubt. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: A pricey offseason signing, Williams was also injury prone in Cincinnati, one of the main reasons the Bengals let him walk. He was expected to upgrade Minnesota's leaky coverage in the backend. The Vikings face pass-first teams in the first two regular-season weeks (@ GB, vs. IND), so this will hurt. Rookie Tyrell Johnson, who's more of a run-stopping safety, will likely fill in.Source: Minneapolis Star-Tribune Williams, Mario - DE, HOU (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-59, Sacks-14.0, Int.-0, TD-1 JULY 20: Texans coach Gary Kubiak says Mario Williams had a "dominant" offseason. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: "Mario was as good as 20 any player I've ever been around in the offseason, and I've been around this game for a long time," Kubiak said. "I can't wait to see what he's going to do this season." Williams, coming off a 14-sack campaign, has as much upside as any player in the NFL. He is a shoe-in top-five DL in IDP leagues. Source: Houston Chronicle + Williams, Pat - DT, MIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-64, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 29: Vikings DT Pat Williams took part in team drills for the first time on Tuesday. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Williams has been 29 sidelined after undergoing arm surgery during the offseason. Clearly a big part of Minnesota's defense, he seems like he should be ready to start the season.Source: Minneapolis Star-Tribune Williams, Roy - S, DAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-89, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-0 AUG. 29: The Cowboys made it official last week, informing SS Roy Williams that he will not be a part of their nickel and dime defense. 29 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Williams could stay in the 80-tackle range as a two-down player, but his sack, interception, and pass deflection potential tumbles. He's an IDP to avoid.Source: ESPN Insider Williams, Sam - LB, OAK (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-14, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 4: Both Sam Williams and Robert Thomas have been seeing first-team reps at strongside linebacker for the Raiders. FANTASY 4 SOURCE SPIN: The disappointing Williams lost the starting job to Thomas last season, but it appears the Al Davis pet project may get a chance to earn it back.Source: InsideBayArea.com + Williams, Tank - S, NE (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-13, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 9: Patriots placed S/LB Tank Williams on injured reserve with a knee injury, ending his season. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: A bigger 9 loss than most people would realize. Williams was expected to have an active role in a shaky safety group, and his versatility was going to allow him to play linebacker in certain packages. H Williams, Tramon - CB, GB (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-10, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-0 JUNE 23: Tramon Williams is the favorite to be Green Bay's starting nickel back this year. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He's ahead of Will 23 Blackmon and Patrick Lee. The Green Bay Press-Gazette suggests that Williams, a former undrafted free agent, has long-term starting potential. He'll play behind aging Al Harris and Charles Woodson in '08.Source: Green Bay Press-Gazette Williams, Travis - LB, ATL (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-0, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 27: The Falcons waived LB Travis Williams with an injury settlement. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Williams is a 213-pound linebacker, 27 so it's no surprise he didn't last. Willis, Patrick - LB, SF (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-174, Sacks-4.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 14: 49ers beat writer Matt Maiocco expects ILB Patrick Willis to make fewer tackles this year than he did in 2007. FANTASY SOURCE 14 SPIN: San Francisco is highly unlikely to be on defense as much this season and an upgrade at ILB next to Willis (Takeo Spikes) may cost him some tackle chances. We still project Willis to make 156 stops. He had 174 last year.Source: Santa Rosa Press Democrat Wilson, Adrian - S, ARI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-44, Sacks-0.0, Int.-2, TD-0 AUG. 27: Cardinals SS Adrian Wilson has practiced without restrictions and been starting in the preseason. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Wilson 27 has eight tackles, is flying around again, and looks safe to draft as a DB1 in IDP leagues despite coming off torn Achilles' tendon. Wilson, Eugene - CB, TB (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-31, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-1 APRIL 21: A player to watch in the battle for the LCB job is newcomer Eugene Wilson. He has been working out primarily at right corner but 21 plans call for him to man that spot only on the passing downs in which RCB Ronde Barber moves to the slot. If Wilson can outplay Phillip Buchanon, he'll win the starter's job at LCB. (Roy Cummings for SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Wilson isn't likely to carry much IDP value, even with the starting gig. Wilson, Gibril - S, OAK (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-84, Sacks-0.0, Int.-4, TD-0 AUG. 3: Raiders SS Gibril Wilson has lined up in the box 90 percent of the time during training camp, according to coach Lane Kiffin. 3 FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Oakland will use Wilson as a fourth linebacker to try and solve their run woes. It's also terrific news for Wilson's IDP value. He's our No. 4 defensive back overall, behind only Roman Harper, Michael Lewis, and Sean Jones.Source: Oakland Tribune + Wilson, Rod - LB, CHI (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-1, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 28: The Bears released LB Rod Wilson (arm) with an injury settlement. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He fractured the arm and won't be 28 able to help anyone for awhile.Source: Chicago Sun Times + Wilson, Stanley - CB, DET (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-34, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 9: Lions waived/injured CB Stanley Wilson after he tore his Achilles tendon. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Assuming he clears waivers, 9 he'll revert to the team's injured reserve list. A third-round pick in 2005, Wilson was a huge disappointment for the Lions as a starter. This will be a difficult injury for him to return from. This Draft Kit was updated 8/30/08. Get the latest version at http://fantasysource.sportingnews.com/nfl/draftkit 176 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Wimbley, Kamerion - LB, CLE (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-51, Sacks-5.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 23: The Browns expect OLB Kamerion Wimbley to "easily top" his rookie year production. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Wimbley had 23 11 sacks in his first year, but four in 2007. "Last year, Wimbley would beat the guy around the corner, but the guard would help out," said a Browns' official. "With the inside push that we have now, he should easily top (his 2006 production)." Still, without a reliable bookend OLB opposite him, Wimbley may see his share of double teams again.Source: SI.com Winborn, Jamie - LB, DEN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-23, Sacks-0.5, Int.-0, TD-0 FEB. 17: It's becoming clear the Broncos intend to move Winborn into the starting lineup after a solid showing in the season's final month. The 17 only question is where, since the team publicly hasn't yet committed to returning D.J. Williams to middle linebacker and his best position is the weakside, as it is for Winborn. (Lee Rasizer for SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: There's plenty of time for this situation to clear up, but it's doubtful Winborn will dent IDP rosters unless he gets a shot in the middle. Winborne, Jamaine - CB, BAL (Bye week: 10) 2007 STATS: Tackles-5, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 21: Ravens waived DB Jamaine Winborne. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Winborne played special teams in 2007, appearing in all 16 21 games and making 18 stops. It's a small surprise he was let go so early in the offseason. Winfield, Antoine - CB, MIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-65, Sacks-0.0, Int.-1, TD-1 JULY 11: A bum shoulder cost Winfield six games last season and limited him in others. He has put up solid numbers for so long, however, that 11 he has earned the benefit of the doubt from fantasy owners. Plus, he gets to play with an improved D-line this year. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Don't forget this vet yet. (Matt Schauf for SN) Wire, Coy - S, ATL (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-1, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JULY 27: The Falcons signed LB Coy Wire and CB Blue Adams. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Wire, once an integral piece of Buffalo's special 27 teams, will likely perform the same duties in Atlanta. Adams is a CB/S who also can track down kicks. + Witherspoon, Will - LB, STL (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-110, Sacks-7.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 27: Rams LB Will Witherspoon's groin injury is reportedly "worse than first thought." FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: According to Rams 27 beat writer Bill Coats, the injury is starting to cause some concern in Rams camp. 'Spoon is an impact IDP player, so keep an eye on this injury.Source: St Louis Post-Dispatch Woodley, LaMarr - LB, PIT (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-13, Sacks-4.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 25: Woodley didn't get on the field much as a rookie -- 80 snaps. He made the most of it with four sacks and five QB pressures. The 25 Steelers think he's ready for a starting role, and it's not hard to imagine him getting 10-12 sacks as an outside rusher. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Youngster with major sleeper potential in sack-heavy formats. (Rob Hurtt for SN) Woods, Pierre - LB, NE (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-2, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 25: Patriots re-signed exclusive rights free agent OLB Pierre Woods and OT Wesley Britt. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Britt is a 25 swing tackle who's played mostly on the right side. Woods, who was undrafted out of Michigan in 2006, would be a starter if the season began today. However, the Patriots are likely to add another OLB high in the draft. Woodson, Charles - CB, GB (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-63, Sacks-0.0, Int.-4, TD-2 JULY 11: Woodson has become much more durable and INT-happy in his two years in Green Bay. That is either a good sign of his desire and 11 fit in the Packers' scheme or an indication that he's already peaked. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Woodson's upside makes him worth a late-round pick. (Matt Schauf for SN) Worrell, Cameron - S, NYJ (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-50, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 18: Jets signed S Cameron Worrell, formerly of the Dolphins. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: It's somewhat surprising he passed the Jets' 18 physical. Worrell tore his ACL late last season and was released by the Dolphins in April. If he's healthy, Worrell can be a plus on special teams, but little more.Source: Newsday Wright, Eric - CB, CLE (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-71, Sacks-1.0, Int.-1, TD-0 JULY 10: As a rookie, Wright was good enough to make some big plays, but not good enough to deter quarterbacks from throwing his way. 10 That's a desirable combo for a fantasy defensive back. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Will Leigh Bodden's departure affect that? Take a wait-and-see approach with Wright. (Matt Schauf for SN) Wright, Kenny - CB, CLE (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-4, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MAY 14: Browns terminated CB Kenny Wright's contract. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Wright, 30, hasn't been an effective coverman in a few 14 years. The writing was on the wall when he was arrested on several charges early last month. Wright, Manuel - DT, NYG (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-2, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 APRIL 10: Giants waived DT Manny Wright. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Wright got a big ring out of the deal. The talented USC alum will 10 likely get another shot somewhere, but it's pretty clear he'll never be an impact player.Source: Newark Star-Ledger Wright, Mike - DT, NE (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-8, Sacks-0.5, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 14: Patriots re-signed restricted free agent DL Mike Wright. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: He likely signed his one-year tender of 14 $1.417 million. Wright only saw time in nine games in 2007, but is valued for his ability to play both nose and end. He made 34 tackles, had a sack, and fell on two fumbles the previous year. Wroten, Claude - DT, STL (Bye week: 5) 2007 STATS: Tackles-11, Sacks-0.5, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 19: The Rams have asked suspended DT Claude Wroten to pay back part of his rookie signing bonus. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: 19 Maybe they'll give it to Steven Jackson. St. Louis filed a grievance against Wroten, who's out for the entire 2008 season. He got a $805,000 signing bonus on a four-year contract in 2006. The Rams want $201,250 back.Source: St Louis Post-Dispatch Pick your game--Salary Cap, Draft and Trade, and more--at http://fantasygames.sportingnews.com/football 177 of 178 2008 FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT KIT LATEST UPDATES - DEFENSE Wyms, Ellis - DT, MIN (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-11, Sacks-2.0, Int.-0, TD-0 MARCH 18: Ellis Wyms' one-year contract with Minnesota is worth $1.5 million, including a $500,000 signing bonus. FANTASY SOURCE 18 SPIN: He came way cheaper than Spencer Johnson, who Wyms will replace as the Vikes' little used third tackle behind Pat and Kevin Williams. Wyms, 28, is only two years older, has more production to his name, and can play three DL positions. The Bills gave Johnson a five-year, $17.5 million contract. Wynn, Dexter - CB, HOU (Bye week: 8) 2007 STATS: Tackles-5, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 29: Texans released DBs Dexter Wynn and Derrick Roberson, and WR LeRon McCoy. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: The first two were 29 camp depth behind Jacques Reeves and Fred Bennett. Wynn, Renaldo - DE, NYG (Bye week: 4) 2007 STATS: Tackles-13, Sacks-3.5, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 1: Giants agreed to terms with DL Renaldo Wynn, formerly of the Saints. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Wynn, who turns 34 before the 1 season, appeared in 12 games for New Orleans last year and registered four sacks. The Giants are bracing for Michael Strahan to retire, but this move certainly wasn't made to offset a loss. Wynn, who can play tackle and defensive end, is simply insurance for now.Source: Profootballtalk.com Youboty, Ashton - CB, BUF (Bye week: 6) 2007 STATS: Tackles-21, Sacks-1.0, Int.-1, TD-0 MAY 28: The Bills reportedly have no plans to trade CB Ashton Youboty at this time. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Cleveland reportedly 28 expressed interest in the Ohio native, but Buffalo intends to hang onto the 2006 third-round pick to compete in training camp. The Bills are deep at cornerback, so Youboty is no lock to hang around into September. The Browns might just hold out and see if Youboty is cut.Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer + Young, Brian - DT, NO (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-18, Sacks-3.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 19: Saints DT Brian Young tore his plantar fascia in practice last week. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: New Orleans can't afford to lose 19 another interior tackle after Hollis Thomas tore his pectorals. It does sound like Young plans to play through it, but he seems unlikely to be as effective a pass rusher as usual.Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune Young, Usama - CB, NO (Bye week: 9) 2007 STATS: Tackles-12, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 JUNE 29: Cornerback Usama Young was considered a raw developmental project when the Saints drafted him out of Kent State in the third 29 round in 2007. But he?ll need to step up in his sophomore season if he wants to avoid getting lost in the shuffle at a crowded position. The 6-foot, 200-pounder is an exceptional athlete with dynamic speed, quickness and leaping ability. (Mike Triplett for SN) FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Could emerge as an IDP play this season, but you can wait on him. von Oelhoffen, Kimo - DT, PHI (Bye week: 7) 2007 STATS: Tackles-2, Sacks-0.0, Int.-0, TD-0 AUG. 10: Eagles released veteran DT Kimo von Oelhoffen. FANTASY SOURCE SPIN: Rookie DT Mike Marquardt takes von Oelhoffen's 10 roster spot.Source: Philadelphia Inquirer & Daily News H Players who are hot or have rising fantasy value as determined by Fantasy Source experts. C Players who are cold or have falling fantasy value as determined by Fantasy Source experts. + Players who are injured. For blogs, news and more on football and every sport, go to http://www.sportingnews.com 178 of 178