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 rookie RB Eddie Lacy says he's playing Week 1

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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

Eddie Lacy - Packers' rookie Lacy insists he'll be ready

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Green Bay Packers RB Eddie Lacy (toe) said he is ready to go and will be 100 percent entering camp. Teams shied away from drafting him early in the draft due to a toe fusion surgery.
Huddle Up: Lacy, the Packers' second-round pick, is the early favorite to win the Pack's starting job, provided he's healthy. If he's not, though, the team suddenly isn't lacking in RB options with fellow rookie Jonathan Franklin and holdovers James Starks and DuJuan Harris all vying for carries.

Packers | James Starks available

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The Green Bay Packers have made RB James Starks available in a trade.

Report: Pack put James Starks on trade block - James Starks | GB

Source: Rotoworld Football

According to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, the Packers have placed James Starks on the trade block.

Packers stop RB Eddie Lacy's draft slide

Source: Fantasy Football Toolbox

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

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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

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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

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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 don't view James Starks as workhorse - James Starks | GB

Source: Rotoworld Football

Running backs coach Alex Van Pelt conceded that James Starks is probably better suited for a change-of-pace role at this point.

James Starks active

Source: Draft Sharks

As expected, Packers RB James Starks is active against the Niners. The guy has been ineffective all year, though, and shouldn't garner more than a few touches. Look for DuJuan Harris to remain the backfield leader ... and a weak option against San Francisco's run D.

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.

James Starks probable for Divisional Round

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Packers RB James Starks (knee) put in a full week of practice and is probable for Saturday's game against the 49ers.  He'll likely be active, but Starks is looking at no more than a handful of touches against the league's #2 RB defense.  DuJuan Harris should stick as Green Bay's lead back.

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

James Starks: Could Re-Enter Packers' Backfield Mix

Source: RotoWire.com NFL

James Starks: Starks (knee) could suit up for the Packers this Saturday against the 49ers, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

Packers' offense should be near full strength vs. 49ers

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Packers wide receivers Randall Cobb and Jordy Nelson missed practice on Wednesday but they were back on Thursday in limited fashion and appear to be good to go for Saturday's divisional playoff against the 49ers. Nelson saw reduced snaps against the Vikings last week as he continues to be nagged by ankle and knee injuries, but he will play. Cobb missed Wednesday's session because of an illness and while head coach Mike McCarthy said Cobb is still not feeling his best, he also said quot;I don't have any doubt" he will play. Tight end Jermichael Finley went through a full practice, and running back James Starks, who hasn't played since Dec. 2 because of a deep bone bruise in his knee, was also a full participant. FANTASY ANALYSIS: The

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.

James Starks - Role uncertain for Packers' Starks

Source: The Huddle

Green Bay Packers head coach Mike McCarthy said it is too early to determine how much RB James Starks (knee) will play in the team's divisional playoff game. Starks practiced Wednesday, Jan. 9.
Huddle Up: Starks hasn't played since Week 13, and the Packers figure to lean heavily on DuJuan Harris, who impressed with 87 total yards on 16 touches in Saturday's wild-card win over the Vikings.

James Starks could return for Divisional Round

Source: Draft Sharks

Packers RB James Starks continues to inch towards a return after injuring his knee back in Week 13.  "There's a lot that goes into the evaluation every week. We'll see how it goes. He looked good today," RBs coach Alex Van Pelt said after Wednesday's practice.  "We're just trying to mix him in, still evaluating everybody to see where we are at the end of the week."  Starks worked with the scout team last week but has seen action with the 1st-team offense this week.  Even if he's active on Saturday, though, he's unlikely to be higher than 3rd on the depth chart behind DuJuan Harris and Ryan Grant.  And Green Bay doesn't project to run much against San Fran's stout front-7.

Packers | James Starks' role uncertain

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Green Bay Packers head coach Mike McCarthy said it is too early to determine how much RB James Starks (knee) will play in the team's divisional playoff game. Starks practiced Wednesday, Jan. 9.

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.

James Starks INACTIVE

Source: Draft Sharks

Packers RB James Starks (knee) is inactive for tonight’s Wild Card showdown. He snuck in limited practices this week, but was never expected to play. He’s been out of action since Week 13. DeJuan Harris and Ryan Grant will handle the workload against the Vikings’ sturdy run D.

Packers | Week 18 Inactives

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The Green Bay Packers have declared CB Davon House, WR Donald Driver, LB Frank Zombo, RB James Starks, WR Jarrett Boykin, DL Jerel Worthy, DL Jordan Miller inactive for Week 18.

Report: Vikings players don't know whom their starting QB will be tonight

Source: Fantasy Football Toolbox

Vikings quarterback Christian Ponder has been dealing with an elbow injury all week that limited him practice and called for Joe Webb to handle a significant amount of first-team snaps. The team states that the plan is stil for Ponder to start tonight's playoff game against the Packers. But if that's the plan, Ponder's own teammates are apparently out of the loop. NFL insider Jay Glazer reported earlier today that the players haven't been told if Ponder or Webb will start the game. A formal decision will be made after coaches watch Ponder during pregame warmups. Ponder is specifically dealing with bursitis in his throwing elbow, as first reported by 1500ESPN.com's Tom Pelissero. Ponder might have the elbow drained prior to the game, but

Packers should have WRs Randall Cobb and Jordy Nelson back

Source: Fantasy Football Toolbox

The Green Bay Packers should have the services of wide receivers Randall Cobb (ankle) and Jordy Nelson (knee) as both are listed probable for Saturday night's game against Minnesota. The Vikings just narrowly beat the Pack last week and this meeting will be the third this season. There have only been a handful of games this year where all four of Green Bay's top WRs were healthy and able to play. James Starks is also listed as questionable and has not played in over a month. FANTASY ANALYSIS: Green Bay should have all the motivation they'll need. They lost to Minnesota last week by only three points and could have ended their season with a victory. The Vikings could be without their top cornerback Antoione Winfield which would of course

Packers | James Starks questionable

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Green Bay Packers RB James Starks (knee) was limited in practice Friday, Jan. 4, and is questionable for Wildcard weekend.

Packers WR Jordy Nelson, TE Jermichael Finley practice Wednesday

Source: Fantasy Football Toolbox

One day after Packers wide receiver Randall Cobb overcame his current bumps and bruises and made it through a limited practice, wide receiver Jordy Nelson and tight end Jermichael Finley did the same. Actually, so did running back James Starks, who hasn't played since Week 13 because of a bone bruise in his knee. Head coach Mike McCarthy said Nelson quot;looked good" during the session but that the team's physician "still has some concerns" about his knee. FANTASY ANALYSIS: However, those three receivers are expected to play against the Vikings on Saturday night. Add in Greg Jennings, and you have something that the Packers haven't seen since Week 1 -- all four playing in the same game. Nelson's status will be updated on Thursday. There's

James Starks returns to practice Wednesday

Source: Draft Sharks

Packers RB James Starks (knee) put in a limited practice on Wednesday -- his first official action since early December.  The fact that the team hasn't placed him on IR means they expect him to play again this season.  But the Green Bay media doesn't believe Starks will play against the Vikings this weekend.  His return would only further muddy the Packers backfield.

Packers | James Starks not practicing

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Green Bay Packers RB James Starks (knee) is not practicing Wednesday, Jan. 2.

Packers | Three miss practice

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Green Bay Packers PK Mason Crosby (illness), OG Josh Sitton (concussion) and RB James Starks (knee) did not practice Wednesday, Dec. 26.

Packers | Hoping James Starks can return for playoffs

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Green Bay Packers head coach Mike McCarthy said the team is hopeful that RB James Starks (knee) can return from his knee injury in time for the playoffs.

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 | Week 15 Inactives

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The Green Bay Packers have declared DL C.J. Wilson, CB Charles Woodson, TE DJ Williams, WR Donald Driver, RB James Starks, WR Jordy Nelson, LB Terrell Manning inactive for Week 15.

Inactives - Week 15

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Updated all the way up until game time. 

Weather Warnings
There are some showers across the NFL with the worst threat being in New England when the 49'ers come to town.  We don't see any reason to change your starting lineups due to it. 

Inactive
WR Davone Bess, WR Dwayne Bowe, RB Ahmad

James Starks - Knee keeps Starks on sideline

Source: The Huddle

Green Bay Packers RB James Starks (knee) and DE C.J. Wilson (knee) did not practice Thursday, Dec. 13.
Huddle Up: Starks is expected to miss his second straight game, leaving the backfield chores to Alex Green and DuJuan Harris, who combined for 100 rushing yards and a TD in Week 14.

Packers | Two miss practice

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Green Bay Packers RB James Starks (knee) and DE C.J. Wilson (knee) did not practice Thursday, Dec. 13.

Packers | Two players not practicing

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Green Bay Packers RB James Starks (knee) and DE C.J. Wilson (knee) were not taking part in practice Thursday, Dec. 13.

Packers | Three miss practice

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Green Bay Packers CB Davon House (illness), RB James Starks (knee) and DE C.J. Wilson (knee) did not practice Wednesday, Dec. 12.

James Starks INACTIVE

Source: Draft Sharks

As expected, Packers RB James Starks (knee) is inactive for tonight's game against the Lions.  He's reportedly dealing with a significant knee injury.  Alex Green will serve as Green Bay's lead back, with John Kuhn and Ryan Grant mixing in.

Packers | Week 14 Inactives

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The Green Bay Packers have declared DL C.J. Wilson, CB Charles Woodson, LB Clay Matthews, RB James Starks, WR Jordy Nelson, DL Mike Neal, LB Terrell Manning inactive for Week 14. Our View: Nelson was not expected to play. That will free up Greg Jennings to get more snaps only one week after his return to the lineup.

Who's in and who's out of the early games in Week 14

Source: Fantasy Football Toolbox

PLAYOFFS!? Yep, playoffs. It's time to get real with the fake football, kids. To help you this morning, as always, we'll be letting you know who is active and inactive for the 1 p.m. Eastern kickoffs. With 10 early games, there are a lot of names to watch this morning. Chief among them are no Chiefs, but they do include Michael Turner, Danny Amendola, Steve Johnson and Michael Bush. Keep refreshing this page until the early kicks for all of the necessary info. Players who have already been ruled out for Week 13 include Jordy Nelson, James Starks, Cecil Shorts, Rashad Jennings, Donald Brown and LeSean McCoy. For a full list of injuries around the league this week, click on the link below to the NFL's official injury report. -- Good news

Jordy Nelson - Packers' Nelson ruled out Sunday

Source: The Huddle

Green Bay Packers WR Jordy Nelson (hamstring) has been ruled out for Week 14 after missing practice all week. The team hopes to have Nelson return in Week 15 against the Chicago Bears. Meanwhile, the Packers also have ruled out RB James Starks (knee), DE C.J. Wilson (knee), LB Clay Matthews (hamstring) and CB Charles Woodson (collarbone).
Huddle Up: This will be Nelson's third missed game in the past 6 weeks, and in the other 3, fantasy owners didn't get a whole lot out of the wideout, who totaled 6 catches, 126 yards and a TD. The news isn't nearly as grim for the fantasy owners of Aaron Rodgers, who still has Greg Jennings, Randall Cobb and James Jones to throw to.

Packers | Four players ruled out

Source: Footballguys.com

Green Bay Packers RB James Starks (knee), DE C.J. Wilson (knee), LB Clay Matthews (hamstring) and CB Charles Woodson (collarbone) have been ruled out for Week 14. Woodson was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 7, while the other three missed practice.

Packers | James Starks not practicing

Source: Footballguys.com

Green Bay Packers RB James Starks (knee) was not on the practice field for the portion open to the media Thursday, Dec. 6.

Week 14 – Waiver Wire Pickups

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

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At this point in the season any running back help is a good thing. When you have a chance to pickup a running back that could see a feature back role, it’s even more important to give them a look. Consider Alex Green of the Packers and Montell Owens of the Jaguars as such options this week.

Week 14 Standard Rankings – QB | RB |

Packers | James Starks out multiple weeks

Source: Footballguys.com

Green Bay Packers head coach Mike McCarthy confirmed that RB James Starks (knee) will be out for multiple weeks after his injury flared up Monday, Dec. 3.

James Starks - James Starks misses practice

Source: The Huddle

Green Bay Packers RB James Starks (knee) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Dec. 5.
Huddle Up: The Packers did not seem optimistic about Starks after he injured his knee. If he sits, Alex Green will once again have a chance to disappoint fantasy owners. Green was relatively effective last week against the Vikings, but starting him would be a risky proposition.

Alex Green: Will Carry Packers' Run Game

Source: RotoWire.com NFL

Alex Green: Green will be "leaned on" to carry Green Bay's running game due to James Starks' knee injury, the team's official site reports. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

James Starks (knee) to miss 'multiple weeks' - James Starks | GB

Source: Rotoworld Football

Packers coach Mike McCarthy confirmed at Wednesday's presser that James Starks (knee) will be sidelined "multiple weeks."

James Starks: (Knee) Out Multiple Weeks

Source: RotoWire.com NFL

James Starks: Starks (knee) will be out "multiple weeks," the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.