Bears | Brandon Marshall mentors Alshon Jeffery

Source: Footballguys.com

Chicago Bears WR Alshon Jeffery accepted an invitation to train with WR Brandon Marshall in South Florida at Fit Speed Athletic Performance, a training facility co-founded by Marshall and his longtime trainer. 'I just wanted to learn from someone different and do thing different,' Jeffery said Sunday, April 21. 'Plus, he's a Pro Bowl player. I want to see what it takes.' When he arrived at Fit Speed, Jeffery weighed in at 225 pounds with a body fat percentage of 11 or 12 percent. When he checked out a few weeks ago, Jeffery weighed 219 pounds with eight percent body fat.

Evan Rodriguez - Evan Rodriguez worked at FB

Source: The Huddle

Chicago Bears FB Evan Rodriguez worked exclusively at fullback during the team's minicamp this week. Tight end coach Andy Bischoff said the team could use Rodriguez in a hybrid role next season.
Huddle Up: With Brandon Marshall, Matt Forte, and Alshon Jeffery already staking claims to the ball, even a hybrid role isn't likely to generate much fantasy relevance for Rodriguez.

Brandon Marshall - Brandon Marshall likes new offense

Source: The Huddle

Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall said he likes what he has seen so far from the team's offensive scheme under new head coach Marc Trestman. Marshall and TE Martellus Bennett convened at Marshall's home after receiving their new playbook on team-issued iPads. The two pulled different-colored pieces from board games, simulated some formations and plays, then quizzed one another. "Oh, my gosh, I'm in love with it," Marshall said. "Martellus and I sat down and went through the formational stuff and started challenging each other. It was exciting to go through, and it's pretty cool to have a partner." Marshall feels the scheme will spread the wealth around. "It's so stimulating and it gets everyone involved, and that's exciting to me,"

Bears | Brandon Marshall likes new offense

Source: Footballguys.com

Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall said he likes what he has seen so far from the team's offensive scheme under new head coach Marc Trestman. Marshall and TE Martellus Bennett convened at Marshall's home after receiving their new playbook on team-issued iPads. The two pulled different-colored pieces from board games, simulated some formations and plays, then quizzed one another. 'Oh, my gosh, I'm in love with it,' Marshall said. 'Martellus and I sat down and went through the formational stuff and started challenging each other. It was exciting to go through, and it's pretty cool to have a partner.' Marshall feels the scheme will spread the wealth around. 'It's so stimulating and it gets everyone involved, and that's exciting to me,'

Matt Forte could see bigger role

Source: Draft Sharks

New Bears HC Marc Trestman might be ready to increase RB Matt Forte's role beyond what it was last year.  "He has a skill set that goes the whole spectrum of what you want in a running back," Trestman told the Chicago Tribune.  The passing game provides the most obvious room for growth.  Forte's 44 catches last year marked the lowest total in his 5 seasons.  Of course, the Bears also signed free-agent TE Martellus Bennett.  And Trestman added that he believes WR Alshon Jeffery is ready to start.  Still, whether touches come on the ground or through the air, Forte seems poised to top last

Alshon Jeffery - Alshon Jeffery to start?

Source: The Huddle

Chicago Bears head coach Marc Trestman said he expects WR Alshon Jeffery to start for the team this coming season.
Huddle Up: Like Brandon Marshall, Jeffery has the body type to be a perfect fit for Trestman's West Coast system. Makes sense for the duo to be on the field together, as Jeffery can capitalize on the single-coverage he's bound to see with defenses focused on Marshall.

Bears | Alshon Jeffery to start?

Source: Footballguys.com

Chicago Bears head coach Marc Trestman said he expects WR Alshon Jeffery to start for the team this coming season.

Brandon Marshall - Bears' passing game needs more weapons

Source: The Huddle

Outside of Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall, the rest of the team's passing game went by the wayside in 2012. Marshall accounted for 1,508 of the team's 3,298 passing yards (45.7 percent).
Huddle Up: One player the Bears will be counting on is second-year wideout Alshon Jeffery, who averaged 15.3 yards per catch and hauled in 3 scoring passes despite missing 6 games of his rookie season due to various injuries.

Alshon Jeffery training with B-Marsh this offseason

Source: Draft Sharks

Bears WR Alshon Jeffery will train with teammate Brandon Marshall as he prepares for his 2nd NFL season.  "I'm excited because this kid has the potential to be an All-Pro one year," B-Marsh said. "If he just changes some little things, the way he approaches the game as far as physically and mentally, he's going to be a beast. Because he has that dog in him, he has that in him, that you want in a receiver... a guy who is going to make plays for you."  We liked what we saw from Jeffery in 2012.  He missed 6 games with hand and knee injuries but averaged 15.3 yards per catch with 3 TDs in the other 10.  He should enter this coming season as Chicago's clear-cut #2 WR, making him an intriguing target in the middle to late rounds of

Bears | Could be in the market for a wide receiver

Source: Footballguys.com

The Chicago Bears could be in the market for a free-agent wide receiver with injury concerns to WR's Earl Bennett and Alshon Jeffery. Among the veteran wide receivers Jeff Darlington of ESPN Chicago says could be available this year in free agency are Mike Wallace of the Steelers, Dwayne Bowe of the Chiefs, Wes Welker of the Patriots, Danny Amendola of the Rams, Julian Edelman of the Patriots, Brandon Gibson of the Rams, Greg Jennings of the Packers, Brandon Stokley of the Broncos, Donnie Avery of the Colts, Randy Moss of the 49ers, Domenik Hixon of the Giants and Brian Hartline of the Dolphins.

Brandon Marshall - Bears' Marshall, Jeffery to train together

Source: The Huddle

Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall (hip) said that he will begin training with WR Alshon Jeffery Monday, Feb. 4, in South Florida, although Marshall is still recovering from a minor hip procedure he had following the regular season.
Huddle Up: Jeffery was limited to 10 games his rookie season but showed some flashes with 24 catches for 367 yards and 3 TDs. Anything he can pick up from Marshall will be a huge bonus as the veteran wideout is coming off a career year across the board with 118 grabs, 1,508 yards and 11 TDs in 2012.

Bears | Brandon Marshall to train with Alshon Jeffery

Source: Footballguys.com

Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall (hip) said that he will begin training with WR Alshon Jeffery Monday, Feb. 4, in South Florida, although Marshall is still recovering from a minor hip procedure he had following the regular season.

Bears hire Marc Trestman

Source: FFToday

CFL coach also an accomplished NFL assistant

The Bears took a swing for the fences by naming Marc Trestman as the 14th head coach in team history. Trestman is a somewhat unconventional choice, having been out of the NFL for eight years. But he also is a proven winner, having won back-to-back Grey Cup championships as coach of the Montreal Alouettes in the Canadian Football League. In addition to having head coaching experience, Trestman is a quarterback guru who has spent most of his professional life coaching passers. Clearly, he is being brought to the Bears to get the most out of Jay Cutler and whoever else lines up under center during

Early Top 200 for the 2013 Fantasy Football Season

Source: Fantasy Football Xtreme by FFAdvantage

Here’s an early look at my Top 200 for the 2013 fantasy football season. There are a number of factors that will certainly be changing over the next several months so expect to see big changes. Use the comments section at the bottom of this article to tell me where you agree or disagree.

2013 Top 200

1. Adrian Peterson

2. Arian Foster

3. Calvin Johnson

4. CJ Spiller

5. Marshawn Lynch

6. Ray Rice

7. Jamaal Charles

8. Doug Martin

9. Aaron Rodgers

10. Tom Brady

11. AJ Green

12. LeSean McCoy

13. Trent Richardson

14. Drew Brees

15.

Bears | Penalties affecting Alshon Jeffery?

Source: Footballguys.com

The Chicago Bears coaching staff is concerned WR Alshon Jeffery's play could be affected by three offensive pass interference penalties in Week 15. The team does not want Jeffery to change the way he plays. 'The thing I'm trying to make sure of is that it doesn't destroy him from a mental standpoint,' said receivers coach Darryl Drake. 'He's fragile right now but that's part of it ... Are you going to sit back and sulk or are you going to do something about it? You've still got to play the game physical so you can't give in on that. You have to turn it into something positive.'

Mostly NFL Notes: Colin Kaepernick is here to stay

Source: Roto Arcade by Dalton Del Don

As an Arian Foster owner in numerous leagues, it was frustrating to see him not score in a game for just the second time all season, especially at home in such a favorable matchup, but he really piled on the yards late, finishing with 165 rushing, so it's tough to complain too much. In fact, his 6.1 YPC was by far the best of the year. He also had a 27-yard touchdown run called back due to a hold…Reggie Wayne picked a poor time to have his three lowest yardage totals of the season, which have occurred over the past three games, including a season-low 14 yards Sunday…Vick Ballard was highly impressive. He's an interesting keeper league commodity moving forward…Sunday marked

Sunday Scene, Week 15: Another insane line for Adrian Peterson, in an impossible season

Source: Roto Arcade by Andy Behrens

In the NFL, it's not often that we can accurately say we've never seen something before, that an individual or team accomplishment is completely without precedent in the league's 90-plus-year history. But at this point, I think that's where we are with Adrian Peterson.

All-Day rushed for another 212 yards on Sunday, raising his league-leading season total to 1,812. Here's the highlight run, an 82-yarder. Peterson has topped the 200-yard plateau in two of

Jay Cutler - No limitations for Jay Cutler

Source: The Huddle

Chicago Bears head coach Lovie Smith said QB Jay Cutler's (knee) knee injury will not limit his mobility at all. 'None at all,' Smith said. 'He practiced without any trouble at all. He should be fine.'
Huddle Up: This is good news after fantasy owners got an alarming, surprising report of an MCL sprain for Cutler yesterday. Brandon Marshall and Alshon Jeffery should be relatively safe now, though Cutler has had a terrible history against the Packers.

Sunday Scene, Week 14: The Cam Newton surge continues

Source: Roto Arcade by Andy Behrens

Cam Newton accounted for 403 yards of offense in Week 14, rushing for 116, passing for 287, completing 23 of his 35 throws, and generally looking like a dual-threat fantasy monster. Newton gained 72 of Sunday's yards on this third quarter touchdown run, embarrassing the Falcons defense via read-option. He picked up another 53 on a fourth quarter screen pass to DeAngelo Williams that essentially clinched the win for Carolina.

Over the past four weeks, Cam has delivered eight passing TDs, three rushing scores and zero turnovers. He's now on

Alshon Jeffery active, starting

Source: Draft Sharks

Bears WR Alshon Jeffery (knee) is active and starting against the Vikings today.  The big rookie is worth monitoring but shouldn't be in fantasy lineups.

Devin Hester - Bears' Hester, Jeffery should play

Source: The Huddle

Chicago Bears WR Devin Hester (concussion), WR Alshon Jeffery (knee) and OT Gabe Carimi (hamstring) practiced Friday, Dec. 7, and are probable for Week 14.
Huddle Up: Good news for the Bears and Jay Cutler's fantasy owners as the team was looking at a WR shortage with Earl Bennett (concussion) already having been ruled out.

Alshon Jeffery probable for Week 14

Source: Draft Sharks

Bears WR Alshon Jeffery (knee) put in a limited week of practice and is listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Vikings.  In his first game back from a knee scope, Jeffery will likely be on a snap count and isn't a fantasy option.  But his return is good news for QB Jay Cutler.

Earl Bennett - WR Bennett ruled out for Bears

Source: The Huddle

Chicago Bears WR Earl Bennett (concussion) has been ruled out for Week 14.
Huddle Up: The Bears' WRs are hurting this week with Bennett out and Devin Hester also battling a concussion. Rookie Alshon Jeffery, meanwhile, is trying to return coming a 2-game absence due to a knee injury.

Bears | Alshon Jeffery limited

Source: Footballguys.com

Chicago Bears WR Alshon Jeffery (knee) was limited in practice Thursday, Dec. 6.

Bears | Alshon Jeffery limited

Source: Footballguys.com

Chicago Bears WR Alshon Jeffery (knee) was limited in practice Wednesday, Dec. 5.

Bears | Not planning to add WR

Source: Footballguys.com

Chicago Bears head coach Lovie Smith said the team is not considering signing a wide receiver due to the injuries to WRs Alshon Jeffery (knee), Devin Hester (concussion) and Earl Bennett (concussion). WR Brandon Marshall was supporting the idea that the club should go out and sign a veteran wideout such as WR Mike Sims-Walker (Jaguars).

Alshon Jeffery "on track" for Week 14 return

Source: Draft Sharks

Bears WR Alshon Jeffery is reportedly "on track" to return for Sunday's game against the Vikings.  He had his knee scoped 2 weeks ago.  Jeffery's return will be good news for QB Jay Cutler, but the rookie won't be an option in the fantasy playoffs.

Bears | Alshon Jeffery hopeful for Week 14

Source: Footballguys.com

Chicago Bears head coach Lovie Smith said he is hopeful WR Alshon Jeffery (knee) will play in Week 14.

Earl Bennett - Bears' Bennett out with concussion

Source: The Huddle

Chicago Bears WR Earl Bennett left in the third quarter of Sunday's Week 13 game because of a concussion and will not return.
Huddle Up: Tough luck for Bennett and the Bears after the WR had scored Chicago's first TD on a 12-yard reception. With rookie Alshon Jeffery already out, this leaves the Bears' receiving corps pretty thin behind stud No. 1 target Brandon Marshall.

Bears | Alshon Jeffery doubtful

Source: Footballguys.com

Chicago Bears WR Alshon Jeffery (knee) did not practice Friday, Nov. 30, and is doubtful for Week 13.

Bears | Two miss practice

Source: Footballguys.com

Chicago Bears LB Brian Urlacher (coach's decision) and WR Alshon Jeffery (knee) did not participate in practice Thursday, Nov. 29.

Bears | Week 12 Inactives

Source: Footballguys.com

The Chicago Bears have declared WR Alshon Jeffery, DL Amobi Okoye, DL Cheta Ozougwu, WR Dane Sanzenbacher, OT James Brown, QB Josh McCown, DL Matt Toeaina inactive for Week 12.

Inactives - Week 12

Source: Fantasy Sharks NFL

Updated all the way up until game time. 

Weather Warnings
A beautiful weather weekend in the NFL.  The only anomaly to note is that it will be a little breezy in the Raiders at Bengals game but nothing we'd worry about.  The Bengals played in windy conditions just fine last week.

Inactive
QB Byron Leftwich,  QB Ben Roethlisberger, QB Michael Vick.

Bears | Brandon Marshall to work with Alshon Jeffery

Source: Footballguys.com

Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall plans to work with WR Alshon Jeffery this offseason to help Jeffery build up his strength. Marshall has shown a lot of interest in Jeffery's development.

Alshon Jeffery - Alshon Jeffery undergoes surgery

Source: The Huddle

Updating previous reports, Chicago Bears head coach Lovie Smith said WR Alshon Jeffery (knee) underwent arthroscopic knee surgery Wednesday, Nov. 21, and is expected to miss two to four weeks.
Huddle Up: There is little reason to stash Jeffery at this point unless you have an empty IR slot. He might be back for the fantasy playoffs, but it seems more likely that he will miss most or all of the rest of the fantasy season. It's not as though he was lighting the league on fire in the meantime.

Alshon Jeffery: (Knee) Out 2-4 Weeks

Source: RotoWire.com NFL

Alshon Jeffery: Jeffery will miss two-to-four weeks after undergoing arthroscopic knee surgery Wednesday, the Chicago Tribune reports. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

Bears | Alshon Jeffery undergoes surgery

Source: Footballguys.com

Updating previous reports, Chicago Bears head coach Lovie Smith said WR Alshon Jeffery (knee) underwent arthroscopic knee surgery Wednesday, Nov. 21, and is expected to miss two to four weeks.

Alshon Jeffery expected to miss 2-4 weeks

Source: Draft Sharks

Bears WR Alshon Jeffery will undergo arthroscopic knee surgery on Wednesday.  He's expected to miss 2-4 weeks. Jeffery injured the knee late in Monday night's game against the 49ers -- his first action since breaking his hand in Week 5.  It's been a rough season for the rookie.  Although he should be back before the end of the regular season, Jeffery can be dropped in all redraft leagues.

Bears | Alshon Jeffery to miss at least two weeks

Source: Footballguys.com

Updating a previous report, Chicago Bears WR Alshon Jeffery (knee) will have arthroscopic surgery Wednesday, Nov. 21, and the procedure is considered minor, according to a source. The timetable for Jeffery's return is considered two to four weeks.

Alshon Jeffery - Bears' Jeffery to have surgery

Source: The Huddle

Chicago Bears WR Alshon Jeffery (knee) will have arthroscopic knee surgery Wednesday, Nov. 22, according to multiple sources. It's uncertain how much time Jeffery will be sidelined, and it is possible he could return before the season is over.
Huddle Up: It's been a tough-luck season for the rookie, who just returned in Week 11 after missing 4 straight games due to fractured hand. It's time to cut bait and look for another option.

Report: Jeffery (knee) likely to miss 2-4 wks - Alshon Jeffery | CHI

Source: Rotoworld Football

The Chicago-Sun Times reports Alshon Jeffery's Wednesday knee scope will be "minor," and likely sideline him 2-4 weeks.

Bears | Alshon Jeffery to have surgery

Source: Footballguys.com

Chicago Bears WR Alshon Jeffery (knee) will have arthroscopic knee surgery Wednesday, Nov. 22, according to multiple sources. It's uncertain how much time Jeffery will be sidelined, and it is possible he could return before the season is over.

Jeffery undergoing arthroscopic knee surgery - Alshon Jeffery | CHI

Source: Rotoworld Football

The Chicago Tribune reports rookie WR Alshon Jeffery will undergo arthroscopic knee surgery Wednesday, and will be sidelined indefinitely.

Flames: ‘Tired’ armed Eli to gobble up Green Bay in Week 12

Source: Roto Arcade by Brad Evans

Each week the Noise highlights 12-13 somewhat obscure, unobvious names who he believes are destined to torch the competition. To qualify, each player must be started in fewer than 60 percent of Yahoo! leagues. Speaking as an accountability advocate, I will post the results, whether genius or moronic, the following week using the scoring system shown here. If you're a member of TEAM HUEVOS, post your Week 12 Flames in the comments section below.

Eli Manning, NYG, QB (33-percent started)
Matchup: vs. GB
Weak, noodle-like,

Flames: ‘Tired’ armed Eli to earn turkey leg against Green Bay

Source: Roto Arcade by Brad Evans

Each week the Noise highlights 12-13 somewhat obscure, unobvious names who he believes are destined to torch the competition. To qualify, each player must be started in fewer than 60 percent of Yahoo! leagues. Speaking as an accountability advocate, I will post the results, whether genius or moronic, the following week using the scoring system shown here. If you're a member of TEAM HUEVOS, post your Week 12 Flames in the comments section below.

Eli Manning, NYG, QB (33-percent started)
Matchup: vs. GB
Weak, noodle-like,

Alshon Jeffery out with knee injury

Source: Draft Sharks

Bears WR Alshon Jeffery suffered a knee injury in the 4th quarter of Monday night's game against the 49ers.  The rookie was making his first appearance since breaking his hand in Week 5.  He finished the night with 2 catches for 15 yards.  We'll update Jeffery's status when we learn more.

Alshon Jeffery active

Source: Draft Sharks

As expected, Bears WR Alshon Jeffery (hand) is active for tonight's game against the 49ers.  We're expecting his snaps to be limited in his first action since Week 5.  Jeffery is nothing more than a desperation flier in fantasy tonight.  But he could be a factor down the stretch.

Alshon Jeffery - Jeffery unable to complete first game back

Source: The Huddle

Chicago Bears WR Alshon Jeffery (knee) left the Week 11 game against the San Francisco 49ers in the second half Monday, Nov. 19, due to a knee injury and did not return.
Huddle Up: The return of Jeffery, who was playing for the first time since Week 5 after sitting out with a fractured right hand, lasted a little more than a half as he departed with a knee issue. He finished with 2 catches for 15 yards on 4 targets. More on the severity of Jeffery's knee injury will be available in the coming days.

Alshon Jeffery - Alshon Jeffery injury update

Source: The Huddle

Chicago Bears WR Alshon Jeffery (hand) is likely to play in the team�s Week 11 game Monday, Nov. 19, as Jeffery has played while hurt in the past. Jeffery may not start though if the Bears open up the game in a base package.
Huddle Up: Jeffery looks like a go if you need him tonight.

Sunday Scene, Week 11: Andre Johnson and the Texans turn back the clock

Source: Roto Arcade by Andy Behrens

Hey, wait, hold up. Who invited the 2008 Texans to the 2012 season?

Houston's defense is no longer supposed to be a team weakness, but an asset. In fact, the Texans D entered the week ranked second in the NFL in yards-allowed (281.6) and third in points (15.9). Sure, they were destroyed by the Packers in Week 6, but they've still held six opponents to 14 points or less this season. Ever since the Green Bay loss, this defense has been absolutely dominant.

This isn't a team that finds itself in weekly shootouts anymore, as was the case early in the Gary Kubiak era. These days, Houston holds your offense to a low number and they steamroll your defense with Arian Foster. That's the formula. Game