Eagles | Rookie wide receivers coming along

Source: Footballguys.com

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Chip Kelly said rookie WRs Russell Shepard and Ifeanyi Momah are learning the ropes. Shepard has done a great job and is working closely with Eagles WR Jason Avant, while Momah is shaking off the rust after missing his senior season at Boston College.

Jason Avant - Eagles' WR Avant works with defense

Source: The Huddle

Philadelphia Eagles WR Jason Avant saw some time as a defensive back during organized team activities this week. Avant does not believe his work with the defense clouds his future with the team.
Huddle Up: Avant, entering his 8th season in Philly, appears to have plateaued somewhat with 51, 52 and 53 catches, respectively, over the past 3 seasons. The Andy Reid offense is out, though, and the Chip Kelly regime is moving in, and it'll be interesting to see how that shakes out for a deep Eagles WR corps that includes Avant, DeSean Jackson, Jeremy Maclin, Riley Cooper and newcomer Arrelious Benn.

Eagles | Jason Avant works with defense

Source: Footballguys.com

Philadelphia Eagles WR Jason Avant saw some time as a defensive back during organized team activities this week. Avant does not believe his work with the defense clouds his future with the team.

Arrelious Benn traded to Eagles

Source: Draft Sharks

The Eagles have acquired WR Arrelious Benn and a 7th-round pick from the Bucs in exchange for a 6th-round pick and a conditional pick in 2014.  Benn was the 39th overall pick back in 2010 but has struggled with injuries and totaled just 59 receptions in 3 seasons.  In Philly, he'll battle with Jason Avant, Riley Cooper and Damaris Johnson for scraps behind Jeremy Maclin and DeSean Jackson.  Benn could see a decent amount of playing time in HC Chip Kelly's spread attack, but he's a long shot to provide any fantasy value.

Buccaneers trade WR Arrelious Benn to Eagles

Source: Fantasy Football Toolbox

Over the last few days, dozens of NFL players have decided where they will call home this season. Wide receiver Arrelious Benn's home for 2013 has been chosen for him. Benn was traded by the Buccaneers to the Eagles on Friday. He goes to Philadelphia along with a 2013 seventh-round pick. The Buccaneers received the Eagles' sixth-rounder this year and a 2014 conditional pick in return. Benn, a second-round draft pick in 2010, hasn't exceeded 30 catches or 500 yards in any of his three NFL seasons. This swap comes one day after Tampa Bay signed wide receiver Kevin Ogletree. FANTASY ANALYSIS: Yes, Benn is a bust. But he has speed, and that works in Chip Kelly's scheme. That doesn't mean Benn will be worth a notice in fantasy drafts. Philly is

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.

Jason Avant - Avant injured in Eagles' loss

Source: The Huddle

Philadelphia Eagles WR Jason Avant (foot, knee) left the game early Week 17 because of foot and knee injuries and went to the locker room for X-rays.
Huddle Up: Avant finished with 4 catches for 39 yards, joining the rest of his teammates in a lopsided loss which capped a deeply disappointing 4-12 season.

Eagles | Jason Avant injured

Source: Footballguys.com

Philadelphia Eagles WR Jason Avant (foot, knee) left the game early Week 17 because of foot and knee injuries and went to the locker room for X-rays.

Eagles | Four practice in full

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Philadelphia Eagles WR Jason Avant (calf, hamstring), FB Stanley Havili (hamstring), OG Evan Mathis (ankle) and RB Chris Polk (toe) practiced in full Wednesday, Dec. 26.

Jason Avant - Eagles' Avant expected to practice

Source: The Huddle

Philadelphia Eagles WR Jason Avant (hamstring) is dealing with a hamstring issue, but is expected to practice Wednesday, Dec. 26.
Huddle Up: Avant has had his 2 best games (7-133 & 8-133) in the span of the past 3 weeks, but the Eagles' passing game dynamic, though, is in upheaval with Michael Vick back in the saddle, replacing the injured Nick Foles.

Eagles | Jason Avant expected to practice

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Philadelphia Eagles WR Jason Avant (hamstring) is dealing with a hamstring issue, but is expected to practice Wednesday, Dec. 26.

Eagles | Six probable for Week 16

Source: Footballguys.com

Philadelphia Eagles WR Jason Avant (hamstring), TE Brent Celek (concussion), S Kurt Coleman (chest), WR Riley Cooper (knee), CB Brandon Hughes (lung contusion) and G Evan Mathis (ankle) all fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 21, and are probable for Week 16.

Eagles | Seven practice in full

Source: Footballguys.com

Philadelphia Eagles WR Jason Avant (hamstring), S Kurt Coleman (chest), WR Riley Cooper (knee), CB Brandon Hughes (lung), OG Evan Mathis (ankle), RB Chris Polk (toe) and QB Michael Vick (concussion) practiced in full Thursday, Dec. 20.

Week 16 – Waiver Wire Pickups

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

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Heading into Super Bowl showdowns for many fantasy leagues it’s probably not a good time to say this is the weakest week for waiver options throughout the entire season, but that’s exactly what we have. Outside of an opportunity opening up in San Diego because of anther collarbone injury to Ryan Mathews, there’s really nothing to discuss at running back if this is your final week of action.

Our best chances for help come from defense and possibly rookie receiver Rod Streater as the Raiders figure to play from behind in Carolina.

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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

Week 16: Super Sleepers

Source: Fantasy Football Toolbox

While we're not projecting starting type stats for these players, they have good potential and could surprise. This week's picks include Kirk Cousins, Ryan Fitzpatrick, Lamar Miller, Danny Woodhead, and Jason Avant.

Week 16 – WR Rankings

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

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While many have made the case for Michael Crabtree being a first round bust, it appears the 4th year receiver is starting to come into his own. Early signs in the off-season suggested this could be a breakout year for Crabtree, if for no other reason than he finally overcame his problematic foot issues.

For the first-time Crabtree actually played in a preseason game this August, and thankfully his foot ailments appear to be a thing of the past.

The best thing that ever happened for Crabtree was Alex Smith’s demotion in the middle of the season. It’s not that Crabtree and Smith weren’t having success together, but more that Colin Kaepernick has the

Celek out vs. Bengals

Source: FFToday

Vick and McCoy will also miss game

PHILADELPHIA -- Eagles quarterback Michael Vick, running back LeSean McCoy and tight end Brent Celek are all out against the Cincinnati Bengals as they recover from concussions. (AP)

FF Today's Take: With McCoy out,

Week 15 – Waiver Wire Pickups

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

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While Nick Foles had a big game against the Buccaneers, I won’t officially recommend a quarterback off the waiver wire this week. Foles would likely be the top option to pickup at his position but I’m sure most of you left in the playoffs already have a respectable option at quarterback.

Week 15 Standard Rankings – QB | RB |

Week 15 – Flex Play Rankings

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

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Finally! Dynasty owners like myself with David Wilson on their bench have been waiting for the ultra talented rookie to receive an opportunity to show case what he can do. Earlier in the season he had a long touchdown run against the Browns, but because of early fumbling issues and pass protection concerns, Andre Brown moved past Wilson on the depth chart.

Brown was placed on injured reserve a few weeks back and the Giants countered with Craig Lumpkin as added depth. Lumpkin saw a few snaps against the Redskins, but the Giants decided to use Ahmad Bradshaw as the teams feature back again as a counter to the Brown’s injury, rather than working Wilson in as a

Mostly NFL Notes: Adrian Peterson a medical marvel

Source: Roto Arcade by Dalton Del Don

Since returning from injury, DeMarco Murray has 44 carries for 136 yards, good for a 3.1 YPC mark, although he's salvaged fantasy value by scoring twice. Among Murray's 21 rushing attempts Sunday, his longest gain was seven yards, although in fairness the Bengals are actually the best team in the NFL at limiting long runs, as they've allowed just five carries for 20+ yards and zero for 40+ on the year…BenJarvus Green-Ellis had one carry that went at least 30 yards during his career entering Week 12. He's had runs for 48, 41 and 38 yards in each of his past three games, respectively…Assuming you weren't on bye, A.J. Green sure picked a bad week to have his worst game of the

Week 15 – WR Rankings

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

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The Chargers finally picked up a win and did so against a playoff caliber team, on the road. While Danario Alexander started off slow, he eventually had his way with the Steelers secondary picking up seven receptions for 88-yards and two touchdowns.

Alexander has done a terrific job in the short passing game, crossing routes and big plays down the field. Those of you that watched the Chargers play the Steelers on Sunday also know he has terrific balance and body control when going up in the air on 50/50 balls against a defender. This makes him a dangerous man inside the red zone and like his first touchdown, his body control around the sidelines allowed him to leap

Eagles | Two go over 100 yards in receiving

Source: Footballguys.com

Philadelphia Eagles WR Jason Avant had seven receptions for 133 yards in the Week 14 game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. It was Avant's fifth-career 100-yard game. WR Jeremy Maclin checked in with a game-high nine catches, 104 yards and a touchdown.

Eagles | Teammates impressed with Nick Foles' poise

Source: Footballguys.com

Philadelphia Eagles teammates have been impressed so far with how QB Nick Foles has handled himself in the huddle, particularly how he carries himself with confidence. 'He's got poise in there,' TE Brent Celek said. 'He's just a natural quarterback. Being a quarterback you have to be one of the leaders on the team, and he's got that.' WR Jason Avant added, 'He's very savvy. He's very calm. He's not as fleet afoot as Mike, but he's very calm under pressure and knows he can get the ball out even though he can't run around.'

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 |

Philly makes it official: Nick Foles the starter rest of season

Source: Roto Arcade by Andy Behrens

To be perfectly honest, the Eagles quarterback situation is no more interesting to me right now than the QB dilemmas facing the Jets and Cardinals. I've made a few managerial missteps this year, but at least I've successfully avoided a dependence on Michael Vick. Hopefully you've done the same.

Still, when Philadelphia's offense makes news, we're duty-bound to discuss it. So...

On Monday, lame duck Philly head coach Andy Reid announced that rookie Nick Foles will remain the Eagles starting quarterback, even when Vick returns from his concussion. Foles is coming off a good-not-great day against Dallas,

Eagles | Week 13 Inactives

Source: Footballguys.com

The Philadelphia Eagles have declared RB Chris Polk, WR Greg Salas, WR Jason Avant, RB LeSean McCoy, QB Michael Vick, OT Nate Menkin, DL Phillip Hunt inactive for Week 13.

Riley Cooper will move into starting lineup

Source: Draft Sharks

According to Eagles insider Jeff McLane, WR Riley Cooper will move into the starting lineup with WR DeSean Jackson (ribs) out for the year.  It makes sense.  Cooper has NFL size at 6'3 and 222 pounds.  Rookie Damaris Johnson is a pint-sized 5'8, 170 pounds, while Jason Avant has always been a slot guy.  Cooper racked up 13 catches, 240 yards, and 1 TD in 3 starts last season.  But as long as Nick Foles is under center, Cooper won't be a recommended fantasy option.

Eagles | Jason Avant fully practices

Source: Footballguys.com

Philadelphia Eagles WR Jason Avant (hamstring) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Nov. 28. Our View: The team will ask for Avant to do more now that DeSean Jackson (ribs) is out for the season. We'll also see more from Riley Cooper as well.

DeSean Jackson out for season with broken ribs

Source: Draft Sharks

Eagles HC Andy Reid revealed that WR DeSean Jackson fractured his ribs during Monday night's loss to the Panthers. D-Jax will be placed on IR, ending his 2012 campaign. It might be a blessing in disguise for fantasy owners. Jackson wasn't helping much anyways, topping 62 yards just once in his last 5 games. Philly might be ready to give rookie WR Damaris Johnson a shot to replace Jackson on the outside. He's averaged 15.8 yards per catch in limited action this season. WRs Jason Avant and Riley Cooper will also help pick up the slack. But none of these guys will be immediate fantasy starters in Philly's fledgling passing game. WR Jeremy Maclin will dominate targets the rest of the way.

UPDATE: Eagles WR DeSean Jackson injures ribs, out for the season

Source: Fantasy Football Toolbox

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Andy Reid told reporters after Monday night's game against the Carolina Panthers that wide receiver DeSean Jackson injured his rib cartilage. Jackson was forced to leave the game early in the first quarter and was never able to return. This usually suggests a fairly serious injury. Jason Avant would start alongside Jeremy Maclin if D-Jax is unable to play. Philly travels to Dallas in Week 13 for Sunday Night Football. UPDATE (12:13 pm): The Eagles have announced that Jackson is out for the season. FANTASY ANALYSIS: The Eagles' season continues to get worse with injuries to Michael Vick, LeSean McCoy, and now Jackson in recent weeks. The former Calfornia Golden Bear was not having a season much better than

Eagles WR DeSean Jackson injures ribs

Source: Fantasy Football Toolbox

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Andy Reid told reporters after Monday night's game against the Carolina Panthers that wide receiver DeSean Jackson injured his rib cartilage. Jackson was forced to leave the game early in the first quarter and was never able to return. This usually suggests a fairly serious injury. Jason Avant would start alongside Jeremy Maclin if D-Jax is unable to play. Philly travels to Dallas in Week 13 for Sunday Night Football. FANTASY ANALYSIS: The Eagles' season continues to get worse with injuries to Michael Vick, LeSean McCoy, and now Jackson in recent weeks. The former Calfornia Golden Bear is not having a season much better than 2011. He ranks in the high-30s at wide receiver and that means he barely qualifies

Jackson leaves Monday night

Source: FFToday

Eagles WR may have a rib cartilage injury

Eagles coach Andy Reid described DeSean Jackson's injury as a "rib cartilage" injury. When Jackson initially left the field, late in the first quarter, it appeared as if he had a collarbone injury. The fact that Jackson left the game and did not return suggests the severity of his injury. The Eagles play the Cowboys in Week 13, and Jason Avant would replace Jackson in the starting rotation. (Eagles on Twitter)

Eagles | Week 12 Inactives

Source: Footballguys.com

The Philadelphia Eagles have declared RB Chris Polk, WR Greg Salas, WR Jason Avant, RB LeSean McCoy, QB Michael Vick, OT Nate Menkin, DL Phillip Hunt 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.

Greg Salas - Eagles envision Salas as slot WR

Source: The Huddle

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Andy Reid said the team sees WR Greg Salas as a slot receiver because he has experience at this position.
Huddle Up: Even with backup WRs Jason Avant ( out, hamstring) and Riley Cooper (knee, probable) banged up, Salas doesn't figure to see a whole lot of targets and is rosterable only in the deepest of deep leagues.

Eagles QB Michael Vick, RB LeSean McCoy officially out for Week 12

Source: Fantasy Football Toolbox

Eagles quarterback Michael Vick and running back LeSean McCoy have been unofficially ruled out for Monday's game since about Wednesday. The team gave the official word today. Nick Foles will get his second consecutive start in place of Vick while Bryce Brown will start at running back versus the Panthers. As to when each player will return to action, Vick is further along in his concussion recovery than McCoy. Reuben Frank of CSN Philadelphia reports that Vick is no longer feeling any concussion symptoms and will move up to phase 4 of his recovery tomorrow. Conversely, McCoy is still at phase 1. quot;[McCoy] still has headache and dizziness," Frank tweeted on Saturday. "Very fatigued. Very sensitive to noise." Wide receiver Jason Avant

Eagles | Two players ruled out

Source: Footballguys.com

Philadelphia Eagles RB Chris Polk (toe) and WR Jason Avant (hamstring) did not participate in practice Saturday, Nov. 24, and have been ruled out for Week 12.

Eagles | Jason Avant misses practice

Source: Footballguys.com

Philadelphia Eagles WR Jason Avant (hamstring) did not practice Friday, Nov. 23.

Eagles | Week 11 Inactives

Source: Footballguys.com

The Philadelphia Eagles have declared RB Chris Polk, WR Jason Avant, WR Mardy Gilyard, QB Michael Vick, OT Nate Menkin, DL Phillip Hunt, DL Vinny Curry inactive for Week 11.

Eagles | Jason Avant out for Week 11

Source: Footballguys.com

Philadelphia Eagles WR Jason Avant (hamstring) will not play in Week 11, according to head coach Andy Reid.

Eagles | Jason Avant expected to miss Week 11

Source: Footballguys.com

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Andy Reid said WR Jason Avant (hamstring) likely will not play Week 11 after suffering a hamstring strain in Week 10.

Sunday Scene, Week 10: Mike Vick concussed, so Nick Foles gets his shot

Source: Roto Arcade by Andy Behrens

If you asked me to name one group of humans that isn't exactly known for its patience, I'd offer up Philly fans. But those are the folks who now need to avoid making snap judgments on Eagles rookie quarterback Nick Foles. We'll see how that goes.

Michael Vick suffered an early concussion on Sunday, so Foles finally made his regular season debut, directing Andy Reid's offense for two-and-a-half quarters. Foles was a preseason star for Philadelphia, earning the understudy role with a terrific exhibition campaign. As the losses have piled up for the Eagles, so have calls to give the third-rounder a chance.

And now we have tape to analyze, stats to review. As is often the case with

Eagles | Jason Avant injured Week 10

Source: Footballguys.com

Philadelphia Eagles WR Jason Avant (hamstring) left the game early Week 10 because of a hamstring injury and is considered doubtful to return.

Eagles | Six probable

Source: Footballguys.com

Philadelphia Eagles S Nate Allen (hamstring), WR Jason Avant (back), CB Brandon Boykin (toe), LB Akeem Jordan (groin), LB Mychal Kendricks (foot) and S David Sims (foot) practiced in full Friday, Nov. 9, and are probable for Week 10.

Eagles | Six fully practice

Source: Footballguys.com

Philadelphia Eagles S Nate Allen (hamstring), WR Jason Avant (back), CB Brandon Boykin (toe), LB Akeem Jordan (groin), G Evan Mathis (knee) and S David Sims (foot) all fully participated in practice Thursday, Nov. 8.

Shuffle Up: Where does Eli Manning go from here?

Source: Roto Arcade by Scott Pianowski

Time to get in character for another week. The ranks in this exercise are not Week 10 fantasy ranks; instead, we're trying to arrange the players based on what we expect from Weeks 10-16. Assume a standard scoring format (non-PPR), and remember the golden rule: no one gains 10-20 percent of bonus value just because they're on your roster.

That established, if you logically construct a sound argument, I'm all ears. I'll add comments, and tweak a rank or two, as the night goes along. It's quarterbacks and wideouts this week; running backs and tight ends get the floor next week.

1. Aaron Rodgers
2. Peyton Manning
3. Drew Brees
4. Matt Ryan
5. Tom Brady
6. Robert Griffin

Eagles | Four fully practice

Source: Footballguys.com

Philadelphia Eagles S Nate Allen (hamstring), CB Brandon Boykin (toe), LB Akeem Jordan (groin), WR Jason Avant (back) and G Evan Mathis (knee) all fully participated in practice Wednesday, Nov. 7.

Jason Avant - Jason Avant critical of team

Source: The Huddle

Philadelphia Eagles WR Jason Avant expressed his displeasure following a Week 6 loss, saying the team has a selfish attitude. "It's just undisciplined. That's the bottom line. It's undisciplined football. An undisciplined team at this point. Six games in, it's embarrassing. That's the word. Embarrassing. For coaches. And veteran players," Avant said. "With the mindset of, 'Me before the team,' in certain instances. And we need to address that before we play another ballgame."
Huddle Up: The Eagles have been playing with fire all season long, narrowly escaping with wins despite turning the ball over; now that it's catching up to them, the finger-pointing is starting. Avant is a fringe fantasy factor; perhaps his comments

Eagles | Jason Avant critical of team

Source: Footballguys.com

Philadelphia Eagles WR Jason Avant expressed his displeasure following a Week 6 loss, saying the team has a selfish attitude. 'It's just undisciplined. That's the bottom line. It's undisciplined football. An undisciplined team at this point. Six games in, it's embarrassing. That's the word. Embarrassing. For coaches. And veteran players,' Avant said. 'With the mindset of, 'Me before the team,' in certain instances. And we need to address that before we play another ballgame.'