Alex Green will be healthier this season

Source: Draft Sharks

Packers RB Alex Green admits that he rushed back from his 2011 torn ACL this past season. He was never at 100%. "I came back, I got close to it, but once I got close, then I had a couple setbacks," Green said. "I was never really quite where I wanted to be, but I made great strides in the off-season. I'm definitely getting ready for this year." Green appeared in 12 games last year, averaging a miniscule 3.4 yards per carry. He was scratched for the Packers' playoff loss to the 49ers. With Eddie Lacy and Johnathan Franklin added to the backfield, Green will be fighting for a roster spot with DuJuan Harris and James Starks. All 3 guys are off the fantasy radar at this point.

Packers | Alex Green rushed back

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Green Bay Packers RB Alex Green (knee) admitted he rushed back from a torn anterior cruciate ligament to compete for carries in training camp last season. He said it was premature, and by December, his knee was sore and swollen.

Alex Green: Healthy Again

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Alex Green: Green proclaimed himself 100 percent recovered from his knee injury Tuesday, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

Packers rookie RB Eddie Lacy says he's playing Week 1

Source: Fantasy Football Toolbox

The Green Bay Packers went all-in at the running back position by selecting Alabama's Eddie Lacy and UCLA's Jonathan Franklin. The Pack may already have DuJuan Harris, Alex Green and James Starks, but that doesn't mean the rookies don't factor into their immediate plans. In fact, Lacy has already told reporters he quot;expects to see work when the season starts." Green led the team in rushing yards last season with only 464 yards on 135 carries. Someone must emerge from the pack and provide the team some consistency and Lacy appears up for the challenge. FANTASY ANALYSIS: There are some concerns with Lacy's toe, which is rumored to have required a surgery while he was in college the could keep him in pain to some extent for the remainder

Packers stop RB Eddie Lacy's draft slide

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Even though the Packers had a huge need at running back, many people didn't think Eddie Lacy would be in play for Green Bay in the first round, because they don't have a history of taking running backs early. But what if that same first-round player falls to the back of the second round? It was too perfect for the Packers to pass up. They drafted Alabama running back Eddie Lacy with the 61st overall pick Friday. Concerns about hamstring and foot injuries helped push his stock down. FANTASY ANALYSIS: DuJuan Harris became an intriguing player last year, but Lacy should be the Packers' No. 1 RB by the start of the season. I think it will still be a split in some way, but he'll play the lead. It's an outstanding value pick. Lacy can be a

Packers HC Mike McCarthy praises RB DuJuan Harris

Source: Fantasy Football Toolbox

Last season began with Cedric Benson looking like a solid fantasy football sleeper as the starting running back of the Packers. This season, the Packers and fantasy owners could be in a similar position with another running back. Except this player is six years younger and 4 inches shorter. That would be DuJuan Harris, a second-year undrafted free agent who got his shot during the final month of the regular season and became the Packers' leading rusher, averaging more than four yards per carry and scoring four touchdowns in six games, including playoffs. The Packers signed Harris to their practice squad in October, something that head coach Mike McCarthy wishes would have happened sooner. quot;I wish we'd have had DuJuan earlier," McCarthy

Alex Green was never at 100% in 2012

Source: Draft Sharks

The Packers don't believe RB Alex Green was ever at 100% this past season after suffering a torn ACL in September of 2011.  "He was limited all through camp and really into the opening part of the season he was limited in practice reps, so that right there tells you it wasn’t 100 percent," RBs coach Alex Van Pelt said. “His knee wasn’t completely healed, so him battling through that I’m sure had something to do with it breaking down toward the end of the season.”  Green actually led Green Bay in rushing in 2012 -- but that was with just 464 yards on a 3.4-yard average.  We're not ready to throw in the towel here yet though.  Green should regain explosion as he puts that knee injury further behind him.  And he has a good

Packers RB coach does not feel RB James Starks is a full-time back

Source: Fantasy Football Toolbox

Green Bay Packers running backs coach Alex Van Pelt told the Green Bay Gazette that running back James Starks is best-suited as a change-of-pace back. The Packers leaned heavily on Cedric Benson early in the season and relied on DuJuan Harris, Alex Green, and even Ryan Grant at different times during the 2012 season. This running back carosuel may appear like a depth-rich position, but the Packers left open the possiblity of drafting a workhorse back. FANTASY ANALYSIS: Grant is unlikely to return after being re-signed late in the year. Injuries were the main concern throughout the year as back after back was in and out of the starting lineup. Van Pelt reiterated that no back on the roster was a true quot;every-down guy." Green Bay prides

Packers | Week 19 Inactives

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The Green Bay Packers have declared RB Alex Green, CB Davon House, TE DJ Williams, LB Frank Zombo, WR Jarrett Boykin, DL Jerel Worthy, DL Jordan Miller inactive for Week 19.

Packers | RBs were not used much as receivers

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Green Bay Packers RB Alex Green, Ryan Grant, James Starks and DuJuan Harris combined for only 25 catches during the regular season. RB Cedric Benson (foot) caught 14 passes and was on pace for 44 catches this season before he was placed on Injured Reserve. Our View: The Packers tried running the ball more this season but didn't have the success they did earlier this year with Benson in the starting lineup.

Packers | Alex Green probable for playoff game

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Green Bay Packers Alex Green (knee) would have been a full participant if the team had practiced Friday, Jan. 11, and is probable for the team's playoff game.

Nelson Probable, Starks expected to play

Source: FFToday

Nelson remains a risky fantasy play

While the Packers just had a walk through today, the NFL asked the league to issue a final injury report. The Packers have ruled rookie WR Jarrett Boykin (ankle) out. Everyone else who had been dealing with injury or illness this week is listed as probable for the Packers NFL divisional playoff game at San Francisco Saturday night. Receivers Jordy Nelson (ankle) and Randall Cobb (illness) returned to practice Thursday on a limited basis and appear ready to play Saturday. During the portion of practice open to

Packers | Four take part in practice

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Green Bay Packers RB Alex Green (knee), RB James Starks (knee), LB Clay Matthews (knee) and LB Dezman Moses (hamstring) fully participated in practice Thursday, Jan. 10.

Packers | Two RBs take part in practice

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Green Bay Packers RB Alex Green (knee) and RB James Starks (knee) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Jan. 9.

Packers | Alex Green fully practices

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Green Bay Packers RB Alex Green (knee) fully participated in practice Thursday, Jan. 3.

Alex Green active

Source: Draft Sharks

Packers RB Alex Green (concussion) is active for today's game against the Vikings.  He'll operate in a timeshare with RBs Ryan Grant and DuJuan Harris.

Week 17: Game Time Decisions - Injury Update

Source: Fantasy Football Toolbox

We let you know the playing chances of the big name players who are injured. This week's picks include Michael Vick, Ahmad Bradshaw, Matt Forte, Alex Green, and Randall Cobb.

Alex Green: (Concussion) Limited Wednesday

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Alex Green: Green (concussion) was limited in practice Wednesday, the Packers' official Twitter page reports. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

Green Bay Packers will ride "hot hand" at RB

Source: Draft Sharks

Although Packers HC Mike McCarthy said RBs Ryan Grant, Alex Green, and DuJuan Harris will all play against the Vikings on Sunday, he added that he has no problems riding a "hot hand."  McCarthy specifically mentioned Grant -- "if he keeps running hard, he'll keep getting carries."  While the risk probably outweighs the reward with all 3 backs, Grant is our bet to lead the way in Week 17.  He looked fresh on his way to 80 yards and 2 TDs last Sunday.

Jordy Nelson could play Sunday

Source: FFToday

WR has been plagued by hamstring injury

Help is on the way for the Green Bay Packers. Coach Mike McCarthy could not be sure earlier this week what players will definitely be in the mix for him Sunday afternoon at Minnesota, but he believes some who have missed significant time with injuries will be available. Safety Charles Woodson (collarbone), wide receiver Jordy Nelson (hamstring), tight end Tom Crabtree (hamstring), running back Alex Green (concussion) and defensive

Packers | Trio of RBs to see football

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Green Bay Packers head coach Mike McCarthy said Wednesday, Dec. 26, that he plans to use RBs Ryan Grant, Alex Green and DuJuan Harris in the Week 17 game against the Minnesota Vikings. He plans to use the hot player, and not play favorites.

Packers | Alex Green practices in full

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Green Bay Packers RB Alex Green (concussion) practiced in full Wednesday, Dec. 26.

Packers | Several close to returning

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Green Bay Packers head coach Mike McCarthy said the returns of CB Charles Woodson (collarbone), WR Jordy Nelson (hamstring), RB Alex Green (concussion), TE Tom Crabtree (hamstring) and DE Jerel Worthy (hamstring) are imminent. 'I'm hopeful a lot of those guys can get back. But we'll see,' McCarthy said. 'I know Jordy, talking with him, he feels like he's very close. Charles, he's waiting on information from the medical staff. He's very close. Alex Green, I was surprised that he wasn't available for Tennessee just based on the way that process, the result of the process, so he'll definitely be available.'

Green will 'definitely be available'

Source: FFToday

Packers coach is confident in Green's status

Packer's head coach Mike McCarthy said that Alex Green (concussion) will "definitely be available" for Week 17 versus the Vikings. Green failed his final concussion test leading up to the Packers Week 16 game against the Titans, but he should not be limited for the Packers' Week 17 matchup against the Vikings, that the Packers need to win to secure a first round bye. Green will split carries with Ryan Grant on early downs, and

Alex Green - RB Green expected to play for Pack

Source: The Huddle

Green Bay Packers RB Alex Green (concussion) will definitely be available in Week 17, according to head coach Mike McCarthy.
Huddle Up: With Green's expected return, the Pack's running attack has a good chance of dissolving back into a fantasy quagmire -- especially for those looking for an encore to Ryan Grant's 114-total yard, 2-TD showing in Week 16.

Packers RB Alex Green 'definitely' available for season finale

Source: Fantasy Football Toolbox

Green Bay Packers head coach Mike McCarthy was reported in the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel as saying running back Alex Green will quot;definitely be available" for Week 17's matchup against the Minnesota Vikings. McCarthy stated he was surprised that Green was not cleared last week and speculated that the second-year back would be ready to go. The former University of Hawaii standout has been waiting for clearance after sustaining a concussion back in Week 15 on the road against the Bears. FANTASY ANALYSIS: Green, Ryan Grant, and maybe even second-year back DuJuan Harris figure to be in the mix on Sunday. Grant had a great game, rushing for 80 yards on 20 carries, including two trips to the end zone. Harris also chipped in 29 yards on

Alex Green will 'definitely' be ready Sunday - Alex Green | GB

Source: Rotoworld Football

Packers head coach Mike McCarthy said Alex Green (concussion) will "definitely be available" for Week 17 versus the Vikings.

Packers | Alex Green injury update

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Green Bay Packers RB Alex Green (concussion) will definitely be available in Week 17, according to head coach Mike McCarthy.

Slow clap for anyone who started Ryan Grant in Championship Week

Source: Roto Arcade by Andy Behrens

Winning a fantasy title, under any circumstances, usually makes you feel like a mega-genius. It's pretty awesome.

But winning a fantasy championship with a guy you picked up just a few minutes before kick-off is ... um ... it's just ...

Well, there are no words. It's indescribably awesome. The best. Unrivaled.

On Sunday, a select few of you benefited from Ryan Grant's big fantasy line, and you probably added him as a same-day Hail Mary. (Yup, that Ryan Grant, the guy who hadn't really done much since '09). Grant was only started in one percent of Yahoo! fantasy leagues in Week 16, but he delivered 23.4 fantasy points in standard scoring formats.

We learned on Sunday morning that Alex

Ryan Grant starting with Green, Starks out - Ryan Grant | GB

Source: Rotoworld Football

Ryan Grant will start Sunday's game against the Titans with Alex Green (concussion) inactive.

Alex Green: (Concussion) Not Cleared

Source: RotoWire.com NFL

Alex Green: According to ESPN's Chris Mortensen, Green (concussion) was not cleared to play in advance of Sunday's game against the Titans. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

Who's in and who's out of the early games in Week 16

Source: Fantasy Football Toolbox

For the majority of fantasy leagues, this is the day a champion is crowned. For those of you vying for the pinnacle, you know what's at stake. Bragging rights, pride ... maybe something more tangible. You know what to do. Stay the course. Go with the guys who brought you here. Stay calm. As like every week, make the educated decisions and trust them. Good luck. Anyway, let's get to the early game injury concerns. A bunch of guys are dinged up, but Jonathan Stewart, Alex Green and Kendall Wright seem to be at most risk of missing today's action. Not exactly marquee names, but we'll make sure to cover all of the active/inactive news in today's early games to get you set for championship week. Players who have already been ruled out for Week

Alex Green won't play Week 16

Source: Draft Sharks

Packers RB Alex Green (concussion) did not receive medical clearance for today's game against the Titans.  According to ESPN's Chris Mortensen, RB Ryan Grant will draw the start for Green Bay.  RB DuJuan Harris figures to be plenty involved, though, and RB John Kuhn could play on passing downs.  There doesn't figure to be much fantasy value here.  We just updated our projections for the Packers backfield.

Mort: Alex Green out, Ryan Grant will start - Alex Green | GB

Source: Rotoworld Football

Appearing on ESPN's Sunday NFL Countdown, Chris Mortensen reported that Alex Green (concussion) will not play on Sunday against the Titans, and Ryan Grant will get the start.

Alex Green out with concussion

Source: FFToday

Ryan Grant to start

ESPN's Chris Mortensen reported that Alex Green (concussion) will not play today and Ryan Grant will get the start. (ESPN)

FF Today's Take: Green missed practice all week so this isn't a surprise. Expect to see DuJuan Harris as well but neither is a recommended fantasy play.

Alex Green - Packers' Green to have concussion test S

Source: The Huddle

Updating a previous report, Green Bay Packers RB Alex Green (concussion) will have one more concussion test Saturday, Dec. 22, before a final determination is made on his status for the Week 16 game against the Tennessee Titans. 'It's really been kind of a scheduling issue with everything that's going on,' head coach Mike McCarthy said Friday, Dec. 21. 'We feel pretty confident based on our medical staff that he should be available for the game.'
Huddle Up: Even if Green does play, that only means another game sharing carries with Ryan Grant and DuJuan Harris. Last week vs. the Bears, Green had 13 carries, Grant 8 and Harris 5.

Packers | Alex Green to have concussion test Saturday

Source: Footballguys.com

Updating a previous report, Green Bay Packers RB Alex Green (concussion) will have one more concussion test Saturday, Dec. 22, before a final determination is made on his status for the Week 16 game against the Tennessee Titans. 'It's really been kind of a scheduling issue with everything that's going on,' head coach Mike McCarthy said Friday, Dec. 21. 'We feel pretty confident based on our medical staff that he should be available for the game.'

Alex Green - Alex Green questionable

Source: The Huddle

Green Bay Packers RB Alex Green (concussion) did not practice Friday, Dec. 21, and is questionable for Week 16.
Huddle Up: DuJuan Harris could be in for an extended look at running back this week. He has looked good in the limited playing time he has gotten; perhaps he will make for a good emergency option, but this probably just means the Packers will throw the ball more.

Status Wrap: Thanks for the memories, Danario Alexander

Source: Roto Arcade by Scott Pianowski

Normally we give you an Injury Wrap in this space on Fridays, and we will get to plenty of injuries after the jump. But with less in-flux injury news than usual this week, and a few non-injury situations worth discussing, we're broadening the scope of today's piece. Good luck to everyone in their playoff games.

I've enjoyed the Danario Alexander run as much as anyone. I picked him up where I could, started him aggressively, blogged about him constantly. Until the Week 15 bagel, it was a fun and rewarding ride.

But in Week 16, a one-game season, there's no time for sentimentality and future speculation. If you don't like someone's chances at points this weekend, you cut the cord. And with

Alex Green: (Concussion) Questionable For Sunday

Source: RotoWire.com NFL

Alex Green: Green (concussion) is questionable for Sunday's game against Tennessee. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

Packers WR Jordy Nelson, RB Alex Green don't practice Thursday

Source: Fantasy Football Toolbox

It's not looking good for Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson and running back Alex Green in Week 16. Both players have yet to practice this week, and that didn't change on Thursday. Nelson was left to do only some running drills on the side during Thursday's session. He has been out of action since Week 13 due to a hamstring injury. Green has a concussion and has yet been cleared to practice. FANTASY ANALYSIS: Barring some big change, I don't think either of these players suit up against the Titans this weekend. The Packers' offense has been OK without Nelson, and the fantasy impact here is that James Jones becomes a high-risk, high-reward WR3, but at this point, the reward looks to be outweighing the risk. If Green is out, the Packers

Alex Green still out Thursday

Source: Draft Sharks

Packers RB Alex Green (concussion) was held out again on Thursday.  He hasn't even been cleared to practice -- let alone play against the Titans this weekend.  Fantasy owners need to be looking elsewhere for Week 16.  We're not expecting Green to play.

Alex Green: (Concussion) Misses Practice Again

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Alex Green: Green (concussion) did not practice Thursday, Pete Dougherty of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

James Starks - Pair of Green Bay RBs sit Wednesday

Source: The Huddle

Green Bay Packers RBs Alex Green (concussion) and James Starks (knee) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Dec. 19.
Huddle Up: Things are only growing murkier on the tundra as the Packers' ground fortunes may rest on the shoulders of Ryan Grant and DuJuan Harris this week.

Packers | Two expected to play

Source: Footballguys.com

Green Bay Packers head coach Mike McCarthy is encouraged with the progress of RB Alex Green (concussion) and OG T.J. Lang (concussion), and he expects both will play in Week 16.

Alex Green: Misses Wednesday's Practice with Concussion

Source: RotoWire.com NFL

Alex Green: Green missed practice Wednesday due to a concussion, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

Week 16 – Flex Play Rankings

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

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If you happened to draft Brandon Lloyd this past summer like I did, you’ve probably been shaking your head when watching the Patriots play on prime-time television the past two weeks as the veteran has looked like a Pro Bowl star. In that time Lloyd has been targeted a whopping 25-times, hauling in 17-receptions for 279-yards a score and even picking up a fumble recovery in the end zone for another touchdown.

Problem is, many of you didn’t have him in your lineup let alone on your team at this point, after Lloyd struggled throughout the season and was demoted out of two receiver sets against the Dolphins and Colts.

Outside of Wes Welker  and Lloyd

Alex Green has a concussion

Source: Draft Sharks

Packers HC Mike McCarthy revealed that RB Alex Green has a concussion.  He reportedly didn't start to show symptoms until after last weekend's game against the Bears.  McCarthy is "encouraged" that Green will be ready for this Sunday, but that's far from a lock.  We'll continue to track his status.  If Green can't go, RBs Dajuan Harris and Ryan Grant would likely split backfield duties for the Pack.

Packers | Alex Green has a concussion

Source: Footballguys.com

Green Bay Packers RB Alex Green (concussion) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Dec. 19, due to a concussion according to head coach Mike McCarthy.

Packers' Alex Green dealing with concussion - Alex Green | GB

Source: Rotoworld Football

Updating an earlier item, Alex Green missed Wednesday's practice with a concussion.