Cowboys May Have No Choice But To Play Tashard

We told fantasy owners how much we liked Tashard Choice way back before the NFL Draft this past off-season. After Dallas drafted both he and Felix Jones, it looked like Choice may not have the dynasty potential we thought he would in a different situation. However, now that Jones is out for the season, and starter Marion Barber is nursing an injured foot, the Cowboys may have no choice, but to play the talented rookie. Read more

We Were Right About, We Were Wrong About

No-Offseason.com continues to do a great job helping owners find fantasy sleepers week-in and week-out, as well as set their line-ups, and not only that, but quite a few of our long-term projections from a few weeks back are starting to pan out…He-Man. Read more

A New Pack Of Sleepers

The fantasy football landscape changes constantly, even in very subtle ways. During a week when QBs galore were replaced due to bad performances and injuries, there are also several new sleepers that have emerged - some based on solid play, others finally returning from injuries. Read more

Bears Revamping Offense?

The Chicago Bears have made it very clear that nobody’s starting jobs are safe in terms of offensive skill positions. Kyle Orton and Rex Grossman will duke it out for the starting QB spot, while Matt Forte and Cedric Benson will battle for the starting RB spot.

We love the fact that there will actually be one winner of the RB job, and our money is on Forte.

As far as the wide receiver jobs go, Devin Hester, Mark Bradley, Brandon Lloyd, Marty Booker, Earl Bennett and Marcus Monk will vie for two starting spots. Hester and Bennett are the most intriguing prospects. Monk is a very talented, 6′5″ sleeper prospect who could make an impact in the red zone down the line.

Mark Bradley Had Knee Scoped…

Bears WR Mark Bradley had his knee scoped this off-season, which is not a good sign, considering the knee has given him problems since he tore his ACL in 2005. Bradley was looking like a solid fantasy sleeper, but now that he may miss the start of training camp, that’s definitely up in the air.

This could open up the door for Devin Hester, Marcus Monk or Earl Bennett to make an impact in 2008.

Mark Bradley Makes Bold Prediction

Bears WR Mark Bradley said he’ll be Chicago’s #1 WR in `08.  He-Man.  Devin Hester, Marty Booker & Brandon Lloyd are his competition.  Bradley, entering his fourth season in the NFL after being a standout at Oklahoma, saw his 2005 rookie season cut short with an ACL injury.  He’s always showed promise, but hasn’t been able to stay healthy.

Ryan Draws Interest From `Phins & Jets

Boston College QB Matt Ryan has worked out for the Dolphins and Jets, and is expected to also visit Kansas City.  The fact that all of these teams select within the top 10 of the NFL Draft gives us confidence he’ll be selected very high.  We like Ryan as a solid pro prospect that could have some fantasy value by 2009 or 2010.

Sage Rosenfels, Texans QB
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Word is that Rosenfels may still be traded to the Minnesota Vikings sometime before the NFL Draft.

Willie Parker, Steelers RB
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The Steelers are confident that Parker will return at 100 percent from his broken fibula, but have hedged their bet by adding Mewelde Moore and retaining Najeh Davenport.

Hines Ward, Steelers WR
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Ward will be 100 percent after undergoing a knee scope.  Mike Tomlin is encouraged by what he’s seen.

Mark Bradley, Bears WR
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Mark Bradley thinks he’ll be the Bears “go to” receiver in 2008.  Well, he definitely has a shot at it.

Tom Brady, Patriots QB
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Word out of Foxborough is that Tom Brady’s ankle will easily be 100 percent by minicamps.

Rod Marinelli, Lions Head Coach
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Marinelli says he’s targeting RB, OT, DE and LB as the positions he’ll focus on drafting in April.

Chad Pennington, Jets QB
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It looks like Pennington will not only remain a Jet in 2008, but he’ll have a legit chance to start as well.

Colts Lock Up Clark For Six Years…

After franchising Dallas Clark earlier, the Colts found cap space to lock him up for six years.  Even though he’s a TE, Indy has used him as a third wide receiver and will continue to.  We consider him a top five tight end heading into 2008.

Bernard Berrian, Bears WR 
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Word is that the Bears may franchise Bernard Berrian if they can’t resign him by Thursday, February 21.  If he hits the open market, there’s still a chance he could end up back with Chicago in 2008.  Berrian has the talent to be a very solid fantasy contributor even if he switches teams.

Andre Hall, Broncos RB 
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Broncos RB Andre Hall was arrested for driving with a suspended license.  He was released an hour later, so it shouldn’t be a huge deal at all, but monitor him, because sometimes behavior like this repeats itself.

Mark Bradley, Bears WR
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Bradley, a fourth year WR from Oklahoma, is reportedly finally recovered from a torn ACL he suffered in 2005.  Look for him to play more of a roll in the Bears offense in 2008.

Zach Thomas, Former Dolphins LB
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Zach Thomas is continuing to tour and visit NFL teams.  He reportedly visited with the Broncos.  If he lands there, D.J. Williams would likely move over to the weak side and Thomas would be a solid fantasy option at middle linebacker.

D.J. Hackett, Seahawks WR
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D.J. Hackett will hit the open market on February 29, because the Seahawks will not franchise him.  He’ll be one of the hottest WRs on the open market this season.