Lions WR Nate Burleson participating in OTAs; RB Mikel Leshoure sitting out

Source: Fantasy Football Toolbox

Lions wide receiver Nate Burleson wasn't expected to be on a football field until July as he continued his rehab following surgery to fix a broken leg. He admits that he is not at full strength, but he was taking part in organized team activities earlier this week. quot;It's as healed up as it's going to get," Burleson said of his repaired right leg, via The Detroit News. "The good thing about being out there is I am playing at a high level and I am not 100 percent. When it gets stronger and I get endurance back in it, I will be back to play with extreme confidence." One Lion who is being held out of action is running back Mikel Leshoure. Head coach Jim Schwartz didn't specify what Leshoure's injury actually is. "He's battling some stuff,"

Injury holding Mikel Leshoure out of OTAs - Mikel Leshoure | DET

Source: Rotoworld Football

Mikel Leshoure is being held out of team drills at Lions OTAs with an undisclosed injury.

Lions | Mikel Leshoure sits out practice

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Detroit Lions RB Mikel Leshoure (undisclosed) was limited to individual drills during organized team activities Wednesday, May 22, because of an undisclosed injury.

First Down: Sizing up Stafford, Gronk’s soap opera and ‘Felony and Ivory’

Source: Roto Arcade by Brad Evans

In every corner of the sports universe hard-to-explain anomalies push the boundaries of flukiness, crazy events that leave eyewitnesses with jaws dropped.

Fantasy football is no exception.

From Jerome Harrison’s trampling of Kansas City Week 14 2009 to Billy Volek’s unforgettable two-game stretch with the Titans in 2004 to an entire offseason week where neither Kenny Britt or Titus Young are incarcerated, unforeseen occurrences happen all the time, changing previously conceived notions about a particular player or team.

Take Detroit’s Matthew Stafford.

Last year, the former No. 1 pick was the definition of

Lions | Joique Bell could get more touches in 2013

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Detroit Lions RB Joique Bell could receive more touches at some point this season if RB Mikel Leshoure does not perform well as the complementary back to RB Reggie Bush.

Lions | Mikel Leshoure did not face many eight-man fronts

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Detroit Lions RB Mikel Leshoure faced an eight-man defensive front in only 6.05 percent of his carries last season, which is less than any other rusher with at least 100 carries.

Theo Riddick versatility a plus

Source: Draft Sharks

Lions rookie Theo Riddick spent time at both WR and RB during his 4-year Notre Dame career.  The Lions believe that will give him a better shot to make an NFL impact.  “When I saw Theo I thought he was a guy that offered a couple of different things," RBs coach Curtis Modkins said.  "He’s played receiver, he’s played running back, so he’s been exposed to the run game, the pass game and he knows how to run routes. I’m real excited about the versatility that Theo brings us and I think he’s going to help.”  Riddick racked up 120 catches with a 10.5-yard average for the Fighting Irish.  He emerged as a primary ball-carrier this past year, going for 917 yards on 190 carries.  Detroit lists him as a RB, but it's a crowded

Joique Bell - Bell may have edge for Lions' No. 3 RB job

Source: The Huddle

Detroit Lions RB Joique Bell may be the early favorite for the No. 3 running back job because he made plays when given the opportunity last season. Bell, though, will have to work on his ball security if he wants to win the job.
Huddle Up: With the FA signing of Reggie Bush, starter Mikel Leshoure and Bell take a step back on the depth chart, leaving little chance either will repeat their 2012 production aside from an injury to Bush. For Bell that means his 899 yards from scrimmage and 5 TDs could easily be cut in half in 2013.

The Roto Arcade Fantasy Football Mock, RDs 7-8

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ROUND 7

Eddie Lacy, RB, Green Bay Packers (PK73, RB28) – Everyone saw what a monster he was at the collegiate level, averaging 6.8 YPC

The Roto Arcade Fantasy Football Mock, RDs 1-2

Source: Roto Arcade by Brad Evans

When Mr. Irrelevant, Justice Cunningham, had his name called Saturday, the fantasy football mock season officially got underway. To kick off Yahoo!'s festivities, we'll mock two rounds per day Tuesday-Friday (12-teams, PPR scoring) to help you get educated on which players will be valued/undervalued when the bulk of the draft season begins in August. Please declare a winner and/or express your general disdain for our 'stupidity' in the comments section below.

ROUND 1

Adrian Peterson, RB, Minnesota Vikings (PK1, RB1) – Is there even an argument for anyone else? Only a lunatic contrarian would veer away from the game's best back, coming off an all-time

The Roto Arcade Fantasy Football Mock, Rounds 1-2

Source: Roto Arcade by Brad Evans

When Mr. Irrelevant, Justice Cunningham, had his name called Saturday, the fantasy football mock season officially got underway. To kick off Yahoo!'s festivities, we'll mock two rounds per day Tuesday-Friday (12-teams, PPR scoring) to help you get educated on which players will be valued/undervalued when the bulk of the draft season begins in August. Please declare a winner and/or express your general disdain for our 'stupidity' in the comments section below.

ROUND 1

Adrian Peterson, RB, Minnesota Vikings (PK1, RB1) – Is there even an argument for anyone else? Only a lunatic contrarian would veer away from the game's best back, coming off an all-time

First Down: The push for Reggie Bush, MJD reboots and buying Bell

Source: Roto Arcade by Brad Evans

In locker-rooms, on plasma screens or behind podiums, NFL head coaches typically spew one of three different types of propaganda when discussing expectations for newly acquired players – believable, outlandish and whatever the heck flies out of Jim Schwartz’s mouth.

Over the years, Schwartz has rewarded the football community with several golden nuggets, his comparison of Jahvid Best video clips to “porn” being the best. Well, it appears the Old Hyperbolator is at it again. Last week, he divulged to Lions fans running back Reggie Bush is poised for an enormous season.

Reggie Bush to catch a lot of balls

Source: Draft Sharks

We've already discussed Lions RB Reggie Bush returning to a role similar to what he played with the Saints.  Well, the team website reports that HC Jim Schwartz expects Bush to catch 60-80 passes.  Joique Bell led Detroit RBs with 52 receptions last season.  That total sat just 7 catches behind TE Brandon Pettigrew to rank 3rd on the team.  RB Mikel Leshoure caught another 34 balls, while he and Bell combined for 116 targets.  Expect Bush to take over a lot of those.  He twice reached 70 catches in New Orleans, including 88 in his rookie season. Bush looks like a strong RB2 in your PPR league, with RB1 potential.  He should be able to deliver solid RB2 production across fantasy football formats.

Detroit Lions backfield plans

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Lions HC Jim Schwartz threw out the old "RB-by-committee" term when discussing the team's 2013 backfield plans.  Schwartz said that Reggie Bush, Mikel Leshoure and Joique Bell will all "have a role" in the attack.  "There will be plenty of touches on the offense for everybody," he added.  It's easy to see Bush and Leshoure coexisting, with Bush as the "space" and pass-catching guy and Leshoure in a short-yardage, goal line role.  We'll be keeping a close eye this summer on exactly how that split will work.  Bell, meanwhile, figures to have his role drastically reduced.  He hauled in 52 balls last year, but most of that action figures to go Bush's way in 2013.

Lions | Three running backs will have a role

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Detroit Lions head coach Jim Schwartz said all three of the teams running backs, Reggie Bush, Mikel Leshoure, and Joique Bell, will have a role in 2013. 'Joique runs the ball a little bit different than Mikel, but they both run a little bit different and present different things than Reggie, and I think that combination of guys is good. People like to say running back by committee and things like that, but each guy will have a role. There will be plenty of touches on the offense for everybody.'

Lions | Confident in running backs

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Detroit Lions head coach Jim Schwartz said he has confidence in RB's Mikel Leshoure and Joique Bell. 'We have a lot of confidence in both of those guys (Bell and Leshoure),' Detroit Lions head coach Jim Schwartz said. 'Both of those guys are going to be good players that we continue to move forward with, and they all have unique skill sets.

Reggie Bush - Bush's role similar to when he was a Saint

Source: The Huddle

Detroit Lions head coach Jim Schwartz said this week that RB Reggie Bush will be used in a role similar to his days with the New Orleans Saints. In two seasons with the Miami Dolphins, he averaged 222 carries and 39 catches per season, but in five years in New Orleans, he averaged 105 carries and 59 receptions per campaign.
Huddle Up: This isn't necessarily good news fantasy-wise, as Bush would be down more than five touches per game from his recent work with Miami. Fantasy owners already are ceding Detroit's goal line looks to Mikel Leshoure, so Bush's fantasy value in Detroit would be down from what it's been the past two seasons as a Dolphin.

Free Agent Flames/Lames: It’s time to take Reggie Bush seriously again

Source: Roto Arcade by Brad Evans

Roughly seven weeks ago the final seconds ticked off the Superdome clock. Confetti cascaded from the rafters. A champion was crowned. Baltimore fended off a late-charge by San Francisco to take Super Bowl XLVII. Its fans entered a perpetual state of euphoria. The rest of the pigskin community, however, mourned.

Tears streamed down wing-stained checks. Jerseys went into hibernation. Fantasy discussions around the water-cooler subsided. Life became unfulfilled.

The annual football famine was officially underway.

Now multiple firings, several cuts and one bloated Joe Flacco contract later, the NFL is again a hot topic. In recent days, seismic trades (e.g. Alex Smith to KC, Percy

Reggie Bush - Reggie Bush signs with Lions

Source: The Huddle

The Detroit Lions have agreed to terms with RB Reggie Bush on a four-year deal. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Huddle Up: Bush was reportedly told he'd be the Lions' starter, which would put Mikel Leshoure at the back end of Detroit's RBBC. Bush gives the Lions a dynamic back, especially in the passing game, while Leshoure is likely to hang on to the goal line work.

Lions sign RB Reggie Bush to 4-year deal

Source: Fantasy Football Toolbox

The first domino in a crowded crop of free agent running backs has fallen. Former Dolphins running back Reggie Bush has agreed to a four-year contract with the Lions. According to Tim Twentyman, a press conference is set for later today. FANTASY ANALYSIS: It's a great fit. Bush, one of the best receivers among RBs, joins forces with a team that has led the league in pass attempts the past two seasons and shows no signs of changing philosophy. So, those in point-per-reception leagues should pay special attention to this news; Bush could be a PPR monster this year. Yahoo's Jason Cole reported last night that the Lions would make Bush their quot;full-time" starter, moving Mikel Leshoure into a reserve role. Not that Leshoure woud be

Reggie Bush heading to Detroit

Source: Draft Sharks

The Lions have signed RB Reggie Bush to a 4-year deal.  He was one of their top targets in free agency.  Yahoo's Jason Cole reported this morning that Detroit was offering Bush a "full-time role."  We think he'd be better off as a change-of-pace, pass-catching specialist, with RB Mikel Leshoure handling the early-down work.  Either way, Bush should garner a boatload of targets in this pass-happy Lions offense. The rest of the backfield dynamics will be worth monitoring closely this spring and summer.

Reggie Bush heading to Motor City

Source: FFToday

4-year deal with Lions

The Detroit Lions have agreed to terms on a four-year contract with Reggie Bush and will introduce the running back at a a news conference Wednesday afternoon. The 29-year-old Bush proved that he can be an every-down tailback in Miami, rushing for 2,072 yards and 12 touchdowns in two seasons with the Dolphins. (ESPN)

FF Today's Take: For the first time a long time, Bush stayed healthy enough to play in all 16 games last season which was a big reason why he

Reggie Bush - Lions offer Reggie Bush a starting position

Source: The Huddle

The Detroit Lions have offered free-agent RB Reggie Bush a full-time position in the offense over RB Mikel Leshoure.
Huddle Up: Bush would be the lead dog in a committee that also includes Mikel Leshoure and would give the Lions the closest thing they've had to a dynamic running back since Jahvid Best hung up his cleats. There are at least a couple other teams interested in Reggie, but the Lions are offering something (a starting gig) they may not be willing to offer.

Lions | Offer Reggie Bush a starting position

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The Detroit Lions have offered free-agent RB Reggie Bush (Dolphins) a full-time position in the offense over RB Mikel Leshoure.

Lions offering Reggie Bush 'full-time' RB job - Reggie Bush | MIA

Source: Rotoworld Football

Yahoo Sports' Jason Cole reports the Lions are offering free agent Reggie Bush an opportunity to be their "full-time" running back, starting over Mikel Leshoure.

Mikel Leshoure expected to be lead back in 2013

Source: Draft Sharks

Insider Dave Birkett confirms that the Lions are seeking "a complementary piece more than a workhorse" at RB.  That's been the feeling all offseason.  Although he averaged just 3.7 yards per carry in 2012, Mikel Leshoure will get another shot as the lead back this coming season.  He was good around the goal line and in the passing game last year.  The hope is that he'll re-gain some explosion as he puts that torn Achilles further behind him.  Detroit is expected to pursue Reggie Bush as a change-of-pace, with guys like Felix Jones, Danny Woodhead, and LaRod Stephens-Howling as fallback options.

Reggie Bush - Reggie Bush expected to be Lions' top target

Source: The Huddle

Miami Dolphins impending free-agent RB Reggie Bush has emerged as one of the Detroit Lions' top free agent targets this offseason.
Huddle Up: Adding a speed back like Bush to a rotation that includes Mikel Leshoure makes sense, as Bush would fill the role Jahvid Best handled until his injury. Such a role might result in fewer touches for Bush, and Leshoure is a solid goal line back, but Bush would still have value in PPR leagues.

Reggie Bush likely Lions target

Source: Draft Sharks

Dave Birkett of The Detroit Free Press reports that the Lions are interested in soon-to-be free agent RB Reggie Bush. Buzz has been building that Detroit will target Bush on the open market. Perhaps he could do what the team hoped Jahvid Best would. Mikel Leshoure could expect a significant decrease in touches. He'd likely turn into primarily a short-yardage specialist. Joique Bell would likely be marginalized.

Mikel Leshoure needs to be more explosive

Source: Draft Sharks

Lions HC Jim Schwartz wants to see more explosion from RB Mikel Leshoure in 2013.  "He flashed enough highs that gives us optimism that he can (be explosive), but he also had enough inconsistency to say that he's not there yet," Schwartz said.  "We still have high hopes for him and expect him to make a big jump."  Leshoure's longest run all last year was just 16 yards.  He averaged a sluggish 3.7 yards-a-pop.  But remember that he tore his Achilles in August of 2011 -- an injury that's tough to return from.  It's certainly possible that Leshoure regains some explosion as he puts that injury further in his rear-view mirror.  This guy averaged 6+ yards per carry in each of his final 2 college seasons, with 7 runs of 40+ yards.

Lions looking for explosive runs from RB Mikel Leshoure

Source: Fantasy Football Toolbox

Mikel Leshoure grinded through his rookie season. He made it onto the field two games into the season and after his 100-yard debut, he didn't top 85 rushing yards in any game the rest of the season. He scored nine touchdowns but averaged a poor 3.7 yards per carry. Lions head coach Jim Schwartz is looking for him to kick it up a notch or two next season. quot;[Leshoure] didn't have any explosive runs last year," Schwartz said Thursday via the team's official website. "He battled through a rookie year, that's probably the best way to evaluate him. "He flashed enough highs that gives us optimism that he can (be explosive), but he also had enough inconsistency to say that he's not there yet. ... We still have high hopes for him and expect him

Giants cut RB Ahmad Bradshaw, open door for RB David Wilson

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The Giants have been perhaps the most active team in releasing players during this first week of the offseason. They have cut defensive players Michael Boley and Chris Canty. Offensive lineman David Diehl and Corey Webster could follow them out the door soon. But the most notable Giant who is now an ex-Giant is running back Ahmad Bradshaw. The team informed him of his release Wednesday. Bradshaw has spent all of his six NFL seasons with the Giants but has also become known for his repeated need for foot surgeries. He is currently recovering from another one on his right foot which was scheduled to replace and re-insert a screw that had been used to repair two previous fractures in his right foot. FANTASY ANALYSIS: The move saves the

Jahvid Best football career over?

Source: Draft Sharks

Lions GM Martin Mayhew spoke of RB Jahvid Best in the past tense while discussing the team's need to add a homerun-hitting back this offseason.  "We need that shifty back that can come in and be that change-of-pace guy who can catch passes out of the backfield, a guy that can run routes and get one-on-one with a linebacker," Mayhew said. "That's what Jahvid gave us, a guy with some juice, some elusiveness."  Beat writer Dave Birkett adds that Best "isn't expected to play football again."  The news doesn't come as much of a surprise since Best still hasn't been medically cleared 15 months after his latest concussion.  Detroit heads into the offseason with Mikel Leshoure and Joique Bell as their top 2 backs.  We'll see if they add to

Early Top 200 for the 2013 Fantasy Football Season

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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.

Week 17: Sit 'Em

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These usually solid players are not worth starting this week due to match-up, injury, or other circumstances. This week's picks include Sam Bradford, Vick Ballard, Steven Jackson, Mikel Leshoure, and Larry Fitzgerald.

Exit Interview: 2012, the year we all bowed down to the Purple Jesus

Source: Roto Arcade by Brad Evans

In a year where quarterbacks were consistently front page news, most rushing attacks took a back seat, further damaging the position's once sterling reputation. Though new points sources emerged (e.g. Alfred Morris, Doug Martin and Trent Richardson) and Adrian Peterson, less than a year from major reconstructive knee surgery, posted the greatest single season, regardless of position, in NFL history,  RBs collectively suffered yet again.  Just 12 rushers averaged 12.0 fantasy points or better, down from 16 in 2012 and 17 in 2011. Suffice it to say, with certified workhorses the lone exception, RB remains a position in transition. Below is our recap of this season's RB

Mikel Leshoure - Leshoure limited again for Lions

Source: The Huddle

Detroit Lions RB Mikel Leshoure (calf) was limited in practice Thursday, Dec. 20.
Huddle Up: It was the second straight limited practice for Leshoure, who has rushed for a score in 4 of the past 5 games.

Lions | Mikel Leshoure limited

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Detroit Lions RB Mikel Leshoure (calf) was limited in practice Thursday, Dec. 20.

Lions | Three players practicing

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Detroit Lions WR Calvin Johnson (knee), RB Mikel Leshoure (calf) and LB DeAndre Levy (ankle) were on the field for the portion of practice open to the media Thursday, Dec. 20. All three players are expected to play in Week 16.

Lions | Mikel Leshoure limited

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Detroit Lions RB Mikel Leshoure (calf) was limited in practice Wednesday, Dec. 19.

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 – RB Rankings

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

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For all the success Doug Martin has had in his rookie season, fantasy owners had to be disappointed and a little shocked by his numbers against the Saints last week. Playing against one of the worst run defenses in the league, Martin appeared to be a shoe in for over 100-yards and at least one score, but the Saints built up a big lead in the first half, forcing the Buccaneers to stick with the passing game.

Don’t expect the same situation this week as Tampa Bay heads back home to play the Rams. Look for St. Louis to give them a competitive game, but the game scripts will play out the way we’ve grown accustomed to seeing from this team most of the year, and

Mikel Leshoure - Leshoure not home run hitter

Source: The Huddle

Detroit Lions RB Mikel Leshoure has scored eight touchdowns on 185 carries, but he has by far the most rushes of any NFL runner without a single carry of at least 20 yards.
Huddle Up: The lack of big plays aside, Leshoure has been a dependable No. 2 back with an average of 11.24 fantasy points per game (Huddle Performance scoring).

Lions | Mikel Leshoure not home run hitter

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Detroit Lions RB Mikel Leshoure has scored eight touchdowns on 185 carries, but he has by far the most rushes of any NFL runner without a single carry of at least 20 yards.

Lions | Mikel Leshoure hits paydirt

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Detroit Lions RB Mikel Leshoure carried 14 times for 55 yards and a touchdown in the Week 15 loss against the Arizona Cardinals. Leshoure has eight rushing touchdowns, the most since RB Kevin Smith had eight in 2008.

Over/Under: Is a Spiller spectacular on the horizon?

Source: Roto Arcade by Brad Evans

Fantasy is a speculative game. Predict the future, and you look like a genius. Don't, and you're painfully human. Gazing into the crystal ball here's our view on 10 intriguing over/unders for Week 15.

C.J. Spiller, now locked in the pole position, total yards versus Seattle 109.5

Scott — OVER is the only logical way to play this. Chan Gailey is finally saved from himself, and even if the Seahawks control the game, Spiller can make hay as a receiver. The Bills are going to have to bite the bullet on Spiller as a pass blocker (something that's made the team nervous); it's sink-or-swim time.

Dalton — OVER. Spiller has averaged 92.3 yards from scrimmage on just

Over/Under: Is the Spiller spectacular on the horizon?

Source: Roto Arcade by Brad Evans

Fantasy is a speculative game. Predict the future, and you look like a genius. Don't, and you're painfully human. Gazing into the crystal ball here's our view on 10 intriguing over/unders for Week 15.

C.J. Spiller, now locked in the pole position, total yards versus Seattle 109.5

Scott — OVER is the only logical way to play this. Chan Gailey is finally saved from himself, and even if the Seahawks control the game, Spiller can make hay as a receiver. The Bills are going to have to bite the bullet on Spiller as a pass blocker (something that's made the team nervous); it's sink-or-swim time.

Dalton — OVER. Spiller has averaged 92.3 yards from scrimmage on just

Mikel Leshoure - Lions' RB split pretty even

Source: The Huddle

Detroit Lions RBs Mikel Leshoure and Joique Bell split the running load pretty evenly in their Week 14 game against the Green Bay Packers. Leshoure had 14 carries, and Bell carried the ball 12 times. However, Bell played more snaps (43) than Leshoure (31). Both runners were equally effective; Leshoure had effective runs on seven of his 14 tries, and Bell was efficient on six of his 12 carries, with an efficient run being a carry for four or more yards on first down, half the remaining distance on second down or picking up a first down on third or fourth down. Bell had 19 yards after contact and Leshoure gained 14. Leshoure showed he continues to be indecisive in the backfield, which hurts his momentum as he hits holes. Bell is running with

NFL Skinny: Week 15 preview

Source: Roto Arcade by Brandon Funston

I was knocked out of my highest priority league last week because I made the wrong choice at QB between Andrew Luck and Colin Kaepernick. It was the second week in a row that I made the wrong choice, and it was the umpteenth reminder that I really hate not having one franchise QB that I simply never have to think about benching — there's maybe 6-7 of them, with Luck just missing that elite cut. At any rate, I still have a couple other dogs in the hunt among all my leagues, but as I pointed out with the Luck/Kaepernick example, one wrong move can provide a swift ending to the '12 season. Should I go with Brandon Weeden or Ben Roethlisberger? Steve Smith or Owen Daniels? You might be able to win a championship even if you don't make all

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 |

Lions | RB split pretty even

Source: Footballguys.com

Detroit Lions RBs Mikel Leshoure and Joique Bell split the running load pretty evenly in their Week 14 game against the Green Bay Packers. Leshoure had 14 carries and Bell carried the ball 12 times. However, Bell played more snaps (43) than Leshoure (31). Both runners were equally effective; Leshoure had effective runs on seven of his 14 tries, and Bell was efficient on six of his 12 carries, with an efficient run being a carry for four or more yards on first down, half the remaining distance on second down or picking up a first down on third or fourth down. Bell had 19 yards after contact and Leshoure gained 14. Leshoure showed he continues to be indecisive in the backfield, which hurts his momentum as he hits holes. Bell is running with