Jets running back Leon Washington was a no-show the first day of training camp on Thursday as he's working on a getting a new contract. Reports are saying he could get one by the weekend, but for now he's not around.
Pyro's Take:
Every day that Washington doesn't show up is a plus for Thomas Jones. Washington isn't going to have a profound fantasy impact this season anyways, but the more reps Jones gets with Sanchez, the better.
New York Jets running back Thomas Jones is at camp and ready to put all the contract talk behind him. He reportedly was upset with his current contract, and threatened to hold out if he didn't receiver a new one. However, the Jets stood their ground and Jones is at camp, without that new contract, but ready to work.
Pyro's Take:
This is good news for Jones' owners, as he appears to have matured and realized that a few million dollars (when you already make more than 95% of the world's population) isn't going to make much of a difference. However, with backup running back Leon Washington and rookie Shoon Greene in camp as well, Jones could lose carries to them.
New York Jets head coach Rex Ryan said that he expects to name a staring QB before the Jets third preseason game on August 29.
Pyro's Take:
Ryan is just procrastinating because neither QB has looked good this preseason. Sanchez will win the competition and unseat Clemens, but it's a lose-lose situation for the Jets.
New York Jets head coach Rex Ryan said that he expects to name a staring QB before the Jets third preseason game on August 29.
Pyro's Take:
Ryan is just procrastinating because neither QB has looked good this preseason. Sanchez will win the competition and unseat Clemens, but it's a lose-lose situation for the Jets.
New York Jets WR Chansi Stuckey is likely to be the No. 2 WR on the Jets and start opposite Jerricho Cotchery, according to beat writer Mark Cannizzaro.
Pyro's Take:
Stuckey and Brad Smith are the only receivers other than Cotchery with solid NFL experience. But with either Mark Sanchez or Kellen Clemens taking the reins at QB, the Jets will be a run first team, so don't expect much from the No. 2 receiver position.
Despite the promising debut last Friday night by New York Jets rookie QB Mark Sanchez, the team needs to remember that their 22-year old first-round draft pick is still just learning the ropes. Sanchez has managed to go just 8 for 26 passing in practice since his 3 of 4, 88 yard performance in the preseason game, while Kellen Clemens has fared much better going 23 for 38 in the same span.
Pyro's Take:
Sanchez is still a bit ripe, so the Jets need to give him a little room to grow. As for who is going to win the starting job for this team, we really couldn't say just yet. Sanchez might be the future, but Clemens has the poise right now to run the ship. This battle might go down to the wire, so the next couple of preseason games should be kept a close eye on. We'll continue to update the progress of this situation as it develops.
and Brandon Marshall sits atop their wish list. Other possibilities mentioned are Dwayne Bowe, who apparently has struggled to make the transition under new coach Todd Haley's scheme.
Pyro's Take:
The Jets made a big mid-August move last season when they got a deal done to bring the butt-man to town and subsequently jettisoned Pennington to Miami. Only Jerricho Cotchery has substantial experience of the Jets pass-catching crew, so adding a Marshall would surely help the transition of rookie Mark Sanchez.
and Brandon Marshall sits atop their wish list. Other possibilities mentioned are Dwayne Bowe, who apparently has struggled to make the transition under new coach Todd Haley's scheme.
Pyro's Take:
The Jets made a big mid-August move last season when they got a deal done to bring the butt-man to town and subsequently jettisoned Pennington to Miami. Only Jerricho Cotchery has substantial experience of the Jets pass-catching crew, so adding a Marshall would surely help the transition of rookie Mark Sanchez.
The New York Jets face off against the Baltimore Ravens in their second preseason game Monday night in Baltimore. If rookie QB Mark Sanchez or Kellen Clemens delivers a standout performance against the vaunted Ravens Defense, that player could be named the regular season starter later in the week according to coach Rex Ryan. Said Ryan, "Obviously, you're taking the body of work. It won't be just through one game. But if somebody steps up and shines against what is one of the best defenses in the National Football League, then you have to weight it more than you would going against somebody else."
Pyro's Take:
Sanchez will be starting the game and working against the Ravens first-string defense, so if the rookie QB does anything of note, he will most likely be named the starter. Sanchez has been the favorite to win the job from the beginning of camp, but hasn't done enough yet to pull away from Clemens. We'll see if the Jets first-round pick has the moxie in him to take that starting position when it counts.
Minnesota Vikings QB Brett Favre will have the number of passes he throws during practice monitored by the coaches. Favre probably set himself back a bit after admittedly throwing too many passes during his first practice last year with the New York Jets. "By his own admission, he probably threw 200 balls in the Jets first day of practice and probably set himself back, with the fans and the crowd," Childress said. "Trying to show off, a little bit."
Pyro's Take:
Wait a second here coach Childress, are you trying to tell us that the mighty Brett Favre has an inflated ego? No way!
Regardless of statements concerning the obvious, the Vikings would do well for themselves in keeping the veteran QB on a short leash. Hopefully Childress has a handle on the situation and can actually control Brett 'Ruler of the Universe' Favre a bit.
According to a league source familiar with the New York Jets' situation, the Jets are seriously exploring the possibility of acquiring Denver Broncos WR Brandon Marshall.
Pyro's Take:
If Marshall could ever get his head on straight, this would be a huge addition for rookie QB Mark Sanchez. The Jets, however, would not only have to give up at least a first-round draft pick (which they would be hesitant to do), but would also have to work out a new deal with the disgruntled Marshall. Is dealing with the troubled receiver worth it?
The New York Jets acquired QB Kevin O'Connell from the Detroit Lions on Sunday for undisclosed compensation.
Pyro's Take:
Nice work by the Lions getting something for nothing. Guess having the worst record in the history of the NFL gets you a little more than the No. 1 pick and a few laughs nowadays. Meanwhile, O'Connell continues to play musical teams and will probably end up the third string QB on the Jets when all is said and done.
New York Jets wide receiver Chansi Stuckey has won the Week 1 starting spot opposite WR Jerricho Cotchery. Stuckey had been in a neck-and-neck competition with David Clowney from the outset of camp.
Pyro's Take:
Stuckey and Clowney, two-thirds of the best-named WR corps in the league, had each staked claim to the starting spot over the past couple of weeks, but the preseason game against the Giants first-team defense on August 29th won Stuckey the job. Clowney has the speed to burn defenses deep, but with rookie QB Mark Sanchez likely to be under a good amount of defensive pressure this year, the Jets opted for the more versatile Stuckey to start the season. He's still only worth a last-round flier in your draft.
New York Jets wide receiver Chansi Stuckey has won the Week 1 starting spot opposite WR Jerricho Cotchery. Stuckey had been in a neck-and-neck competition with David Clowney from the outset of camp.
Pyro's Take:
Stuckey and Clowney, two-thirds of the best-named WR corps in the league, had each staked claim to the starting spot over the past couple of weeks, but the preseason game against the Giants first-team defense on August 29th won Stuckey the job. Clowney has the speed to burn defenses deep, but with rookie QB Mark Sanchez likely to be under a good amount of defensive pressure this year, the Jets opted for the more versatile Stuckey to start the season. He's still only worth a last-round flier in your draft.
The New York Jets declared rookie running back Shonn Greene inactive for Sunday's game against the Texans.
Pyro's Take:
We thought he would play, but the Jets likely needed someone for special teams, which Greene isn't a part of. Looks like Thomas Jones will get the goal-line and short-yardage work today.
New York Jets rookie running back Shonn Greene participated in full at practice again on Thursday after being declared inactive for last week's game against the Texans.
Pyro's Take:
The Jets ran the ball 42 times last week, and Greene will be sure to grab a few of those carries against the Patriots this week. Expect Greene to get the short-yardage and goal-line looks over Thomas Jones on Sunday as well.
New York Jets rookie running back Shonn Greene may be on the sidelines again this week while the coaches try and find the right role for him in their offense.
Pyro's Take:
"When the decision is made for Shonn, we'll try to have a role for him," OC Brian Schottenheimer said. "If Shonn is up and he gets some carries, we'll keep giving him the ball. Hopefully he can get his feet wet and do a couple of good things."
Keep the youngster stashed on your fantasy bench for awhile.
The Jets rookie quarterback, Mark Sanchez, was seen fussing over his right knee in practice on Thursday, repeatedly reaching down to the knee and flexing it throughout team drills.
Pyro's Take:
The Dirty One usually wears a sleeve on his knee, but wasn't today, so that may be the reason behind the fuss. We doubt there's anything wrong, but we'll update this post as soon as we know.
Jets coach Rex Ryan said that quarterback Mark Sanchez has a little tendinitis in his right knee, but it shouldn't affect his play on Sunday. "It's not that big a deal," Ryan said of Sanchez's knee. "He has something. I don't know how to describe it than just to say it's a little tendinitis. But he's fine."
Pyro's Take:
We're sure it's no big deal either, but the rookie is a big reason for the Jets 2-0 record thus far, so any injury news means something. He'll play on Sunday, but the Dirty One still shouldn't be considered a fantasy starter for awhile.
Jets rookie quarterback Mark Sanchez went through a full practice on Friday and is expected to start the game against the Titans on Sunday.
Pyro's Take:
Sanchez is just fine and will play against the Titans. The Dirty One could have a pretty good game on Sunday as the Titans boast the worst pass D in the NFL thus far.
Jets rookie running back Shonn Greene injured his ankle in the game against the Saints on Sunday, but coach Rex Ryan thinks he'll Greene "will be fine".
Pyro's Take:
The Jets finally got their third-round pick involved on Sunday, and by the way he ran, it looks like we could be seeing more of him this season. Keep him stashed on your fantasy football bench for now.
Jets coach Rex Ryan believes that one of the keys to the team's success is getting running back Leon Washington as many as 20 touches a game, yet OC Brian Schottenheimer got him just eight touches in the loss to the Saints on Sunday.
Pyro's Take:
With a rookie QB running the team, we would tend to agree with Ryan on this one. Washington has seen his touches per game slip each week from 19 to 16 to 13 to 8 this season. After last week's loss, expect Ryan to get his way with this one going forward.
The New York Jets acquired wide receiver Braylon Edwards from the Browns for WR Chansi Stuckey, LB Jason Trusnik, and two non-first round draft picks on Wednesday.
Pyro's Take:
The Jets finally get their complimentary receiver to Jerricho Cotchery. Edwards still might have to face disciplinary action from the NFL concerning a recent nightclub incident, but the move upgrades his fantasy football value nonetheless. Mark him back up to a WR3 on your team.
The Cleveland Browns traded WR Chansi Stuckey, LB Jason Trusnik, and two non-first round draft picks to the Jets for wide receiver Braylon Edwards on Wednesday.
Pyro's Take:
Stuckey will likely be inserted into the starting lineup immediately, but with the quarterback situation in Cleveland, his fantasy football value takes a hit. He wasn't much more than a flex play before the trade and won't be more than that now.
Though he hasn't said so publicly, a league source says that Browns starting quarterback Derek Anderson is happy that receiver Braylon Edwards has been traded to the Jets.
Pyro's Take:
We're sure that the feeling is mutual buddy. Not just because you and that other crap QB (Brady Quinn) suck, but because your team sucks, your coach sucks, your organization sucks, your city sucks.....
Braylon's fantasy football value takes a jump up while Anderson's is still swirling around the toilet.
Though he hasn't said so publicly, a league source says that Browns starting quarterback Derek Anderson is happy that receiver Braylon Edwards has been traded to the Jets.
Pyro's Take:
We're sure that the feeling is mutual buddy. Not just because you and that other crap QB (Brady Quinn) suck, but because your team sucks, your coach sucks, your organization sucks, your city sucks.....
Braylon's fantasy football value takes a jump up while Anderson's is still swirling around the toilet.
Jets wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery will be moving back to his natural flanker position now that Braylon Edwards is in the fold. Edwards will move into Cotchery's split end position.
Pyro's Take:
Cotchery has had a fine last few seasons at the flanker position, so his fantasy football value shouldn't take too much of a hit. Edwards now takes over as the deep threat for Dirty Sanchez as he improves his fantasy value just by not being in Cleveland.
Jets wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery will be moving back to his natural flanker position now that Braylon Edwards is in the fold. Edwards will move into Cotchery's split end position.
Pyro's Take:
Cotchery has excelled the last few seasons at the flanker position, so his fantasy football value shouldn't take too much of a hit. Edwards now takes over as the deep threat for Dirty Sanchez as he improves his fantasy value just by not being in Cleveland.
Jets new wide receiver Braylon Edwards practiced with the team for the first time on Thursday and is already in line to start on Monday night against the Dolphins.
Pyro's Take:
It should be interesting to see if his game improves under the microscope of a big city like New York. We'd sit him on your fantasy football bench for a week to see how he takes to his new team.
Jets coach Rex Ryan said on Friday that it's possible wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery will miss Monday night's game against Miami due to the hamstring injury he suffered in practice on Thursday.
Pyro's Take:
It didn't seem like the injury was going to be bad enough to miss a game, so we'll see what kind of progress he makes in the next couple days. If you have another option on your fantasy football bench, you might want to consider throwing him in there as Cotchery's game isn't until Monday night.
Contrary to previous reports, Jets wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery is officially active for tonight's contest against the 'Fins.
Pyro's Take:
Whether he is effective or not is another question entirely. If you were banking on him to pull out a victory tonight, you still have hope.
When asked if he re-injured his hamstring in the game Monday night, Jets wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery said "probably so". Cotchery was forced to play more than planned when WR Brad Smith suffered a foot injury himself.
Pyro's Take:
Hopefully Cotch can loosen it up enough to be able to play the Bills next Sunday. Check back later in the week to see if you can get him back into your fantasy football lineup in Week 6.
Jets wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery said in a radio interview that he overworked his hamstring on Monday night and hinted that he may sit out the Week 6 home game against the Bills to let it heal.
Pyro's Take:
The Jets should be able to take care of the discombobulated Bills without him, so they would be wise to give him a week off. Check back later in the week to see if you need to take him out of your fantasy football lineup or not.
As expected, Jets wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery (hamstring) missed practice on Wednesday to rest his injured hamstring.
Pyro's Take:
If Jerricho doesn't heal over the next day or two, expect David Clowney to get the start opposite Braylon Edwards on Sunday. Check back to see how your fantasy football lineup is affected.
As expected, Jets wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery (hamstring) missed practice on Wednesday to rest his injured hamstring.
Pyro's Take:
If Jerricho doesn't heal over the next day or two, expect David Clowney to get the start opposite Braylon Edwards on Sunday. Check back to see how your fantasy football lineup is affected.
Jets wide receiver Braylon Edwards has done nothing but impress his new coaches thus far. “He put on another show out there,” coach Rex Ryan said after Wednesday’s practice. “Oh my goodness. It’s ridiculous. It’s like, ‘Are you kidding me?’"
Pyro's Take:
No one has ever questioned Braylon's talent-level, just his heart. It looks like he's found a place where he can thrive, however, so fantasy owners can finally get him into their starting lineups as they'd hoped when they drafted him.
Jets wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery (hamstring) missed practice again on Thursday. "It doesn't look real good," coach Rex Ryan said. "We'll see how he is."
Pyro's Take:
If Cotchery can't go, David "Do I Amuse You?" Clowney would get the start opposite newcomer Braylon Edwards. Check back again to see how Cotchery is progressing.
Jets wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery (hamstring) missed practice again on Thursday. "It doesn't look real good," coach Rex Ryan said. "We'll see how he is."
Pyro's Take:
If Cotchery can't go, David "Do I Amuse You?" Clowney would get the start opposite newcomer Braylon Edwards. Check back again to see how Cotchery is progressing.
Jets wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery (hamstring) missed Friday's practice and is will be a game-time decision on Sunday.
Pyro's Take:
Jerricho isn't going to play, and even if he does, he'll be highly limited on that gimpy hamstring. Sit him this week without question.
Jets wide receiver David Clowney slipped into the starting lineup against the Bills on Sunday due to the injury to Jerricho Cotchery, yet had no catches and was not targeted by a single throw.
Pyro's Take:
Dirty Sanchez was as bad as it gets, but that's not why Clowney wasn't thrown the ball. He's not a normal starter for a reason... Don't ever think about putting him in your fantasy football lineup if you happen to own him.
When asked how wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery and his injured hamstring are doing, Jets coach Rex Ryan said that he "feels better", but didn't say whether he would be able to play in Week 7 or not.
Pyro's Take:
The Jets would love to get Cotch back, as the team has a much more formidable offense with him in the lineup. He'll be a good fantasy football play in Week 7 against the Raiders if he can go.
Jets rookie quarterback Mark Sanchez is having some trouble adjusting to the different coverages defenses are showing due to Braylon Edwards being on the field. "You see different coverages now, more two-deep," coach Rex Ryan said. "The reads, they take longer."
Pyro's Take:
The Dirty One will eventually get used to it, but it might take longer than his rookie year to do so. It looks like the addition of Edwards both adds to his fantasy football value and subtracts at the same time. Keep him benched until he figures it out.
"Was it just the play of Mark Sanchez that got us beat?" Jets coach Rex Ryan asked Monday. "No. But we have to realize that this isn't a guy that's played 20 years in the league... He's got an unbelievable amount of talent, but we've got to be smart with him."
Pyro's Take:
The Jets will look to the run a little more in order to keep the Dirty One comfortable and confident. Sanchez has come back down to earth going 0-3 after starting 3-0. His fantasy football value has as well. Keep him benched for awhile.
Jets wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery (hamstring) returned to practice on Wednesday after missing last week's loss to the Bills.
Pyro's Take:
Mark Sanchez is plenty happy about that. The rookie QB has done nothing since Cotchery went down, so this news might boost the Dirty One's confidence. Check back later in the week to see if you can get Jerricho back into your fantasy football lineup this weekend.
Jets wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery (hamstring) took part in individual drills on Wednesday, but sat out the team part of practice.
Pyro's Take:
We'll see how Cotch responds tomorrow before determining what to do with him this week. Stay tuned to see how this affects your fantasy football team.
Jets new starting wide receiver Braylon Edwards was limited in practice today with a quadriceps injury.
Pyro's Take:
This is a new one, as there was no talk about this before today. Check back tomorrow and Friday to see if he can be started on your fantasy football team this weekend.
Jets wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery (hamstring) did very little during the portion of practice open to the media on Thursday. However, he hasn't been ruled out for Sunday's game yet and looks like he'll be a game-time decision.
Pyro's Take:
The Jets passing game looked anemic last Sunday without him, so the team has to be hoping for the best here, as do Cotchery, Braylon Edwards, and Mark Sanchez fantasy football owners.
Jets coach Rex Ryan went on record as saying that wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery (hamstring) has a "real shot" at playing this weekend against the Raiders.
Pyro's Take:
Cotch went through individual drills at practice today, but missed the team drills once again. Even if he does make a go of it, we'd hold off starting him on your fantasy football team as he's likely to be limited in terms of game-action.
Jets wide receiver Braylon Edwards (quadriceps) was limited at practice again on Thursday.
Pyro's Take:
We're figuring on Braylon playing on Sunday, but check back over the next few days just to be sure you can keep him in your fantasy football lineup.
Jets wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery (hamstring) has been ruled out for the game against the Raiders on Sunday.
Pyro's Take:
The Jets should be able to win this game without him, so David Clowney will get the start in his place. Make sure to take Cotch out of your fantasy football lineup.
Jets wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery (hamstring) has been ruled out for the game against the Raiders on Sunday.
Pyro's Take:
The Jets should be able to win this game without him, so David Clowney will get the start in his place. Make sure to take Cotch out of your fantasy football lineup.
Jets wide receiver Braylon Edwards (quadriceps) was back practicing in full with the team on Friday and will make the start against the Raiders this weekend.
Pyro's Take:
Braylon had a tough time last week without Cotchery lining up opposite him, but the poor outing was more due to Mark Sanchez and the weather than anything else. That won't be a problem this week, so feel free to start him on your fantasy team on Sunday.
Raiders wide receiver Chaz Schilens (foot) will make his season debut today after missing the first six games with a broken foot.
Pyro's Take:
Here we go. Time to see if that JaMarcus to Chaz combo is everything they say it was in the preseason. However, neither one is a good fantasy football play this weekend against a blitz-heavy Jets D.
Jets running back Leon Washington was placed on injured reserve today with a fractured tibia and fibula, thus ending his 2009 NFL season.
Pyro's Take:
This was a compound fracture, which means the bone came out of the skin. It was pretty severe, and you have to wonder about his chances of coming back successfully in 2010.
He can now be dropped from your fantasy football team.
With Leon Washington done for the season with a broken leg, Jets coach Rex Ryan said that the team will have to use several different players to try and replace him, but that rookie RB Shonn Greene will pick up most of Washington’s running duties.
Pyro's Take:
Greene is a special talent with a lot of heart and drive. If he wasn't owned already or hasn't been grabbed off waivers in your fantasy football league, do it immediately. You'll be happy you did.
Jets wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery (hamstring) returned to practice on Wednesday and reportedly looked sharp in the portion open to the media.
Pyro's Take:
Cotch has missed the last two (really three) games, and the Jets passing game has suffered because of it. Assuming he plays, Jerricho could be a decent WR3 play on your fantasy football team this week against a so-so Miami pass D.
Jets wide receiver David Clowney missed practice on Wednesday with an ankle injury.
Pyro's Take:
With Jerricho Cotchery expected back on Sunday, Clowney goes back to punchline status. He did, however, fill in admirably for two of the three games Cotch missed.
Jets wide receiver David Clowney (ankle) was back at practice on Thursday.
Pyro's Take:
With Jerricho Cotchery back, Clowney can sit on your fantasy football bench until another injury forces him into the starting role again.
Jets wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery (hamstring) was limited in practice again on Thursday, but is still expected to be in the starting lineup come Sunday.
Pyro's Take:
Sanchez needs him, Braylon needs him, the Jets need him, and if you need him for your fantasy football team, you'll likely get him as Jerricho looks good to go this Sunday. Don't count on too much, though, as it looks like it might rain all game.
Jets wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery (hamstring) is being listed as questionable on the team's injury report, but coach Rex Ryan said that he fully expects Cotchery to play on Sunday.
Pyro's Take:
It's been a few weeks now, but Cotch is back. Feel free to get him into your fantasy football lineup as a WR3 against a weak Dolphins secondary.
Jets coach Rex Ryan says that he expects wide receiver David Clowney (ankle) to play on Sunday despite being listed as questionable on the team's injury report.
Pyro's Take:
We expect as much as well, but with Cotchery back, Clowney returns to the WR3 slot and is no longer a viable fantasy football option.
The Jets expect wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery (hamstring) to play today against the Dolphins.
Pyro's Take:
The Jets have been mediocre at best since Cotch went out during the Week 5 match-up against these same Dolphins. Jerricho is a decent fantasy football play this week as the Jets will look to get the steady receiver involved in the offense early and often.
Jets wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery (hamstring) is active and will make the start in the game against the Dolphins today.
Pyro's Take:
This was expected as Cotch has been practicing all week. Feel free to use him as a WR3 on your fantasy football team today.
Jets wide receiver Braylon Edwards recently addressed his upcoming restricted free agency by saying he'd like to stay with his current team. "I like the city, I like everything about the situation," Braylon said.
Pyro's Take:
Considering his restricted free agent status, if he really wants to remain in a Jets jersey, the Jets can retain him with a one-year tender of about $5 million. Without a doubt, his fantasy football value has gone up with the move to New York, but something tells us this diva might have $$$ on his mind...
Jaguars running back Maurice Jones-Drew (knee) is being listed as probable on the team's injury report for Week 10.
Pyro's Take:
MJD will play, and though it's a tough match-up against the Jets, he should without a doubt be in your starting fantasy football lineup no matter the format.
Patriots running back Sammy Morris (knee) returned to practice with the team on Friday and is listed as doubtful on the Week 10 injury report.
Pyro's Take:
Morris won't be playing on Sunday night, but it's looking like he'll be back for next week's game against the Jets. Slide him up a couple spots on your fantasy football bench.
The Ravens officially waived kicker Steve Hauschka on Tuesday after another awful performance Monday night against the Browns.
Pyro's Take:
Hauschka ends his short 17-game career with the Ravens going 10-15 in field goals and missing one extra point in 28 tries. Whoop-dee-fuckin-doo.
Baltimore worked out former Jets kicker Mike Nugent and former Cowboys kicker Billy Cundiff last week, so expect them to get another call in the next few days.
Jets coach Rex Ryan reiterated after the game yesterday that he won't be benching rookie quarterback Mark Sanchez anytime soon, and that he didn't even think about it against the Patriots on Sunday.
"I don't think he's going to get any better sitting on the sidelines," Ryan said. "Unless you get on the field, you are not going to get any better."
Pyro's Take:
Ryan is right. Sanchez needs to stay in there for the Jets right now, no matter how brutal it gets, and the team will just have to grow along with him. Backup QB Kellen Clemens certainly isn't the answer.
That said, Sanchez isn't even close to fantasy football worthy unless you're in a dynasty league.
Patriots running back Sammy Morris (knee) will likely be a game-time decision again after being inactive for last week's game against the Jets.
“It’s only been a couple days,” Morris said. “But I think so. It’s (his knee) about the same. Just take it as it comes, and I’ll know as the week goes.”
Pyro's Take:
Morris would likely split carries at best if he's declared active, which would not only stifle his fantasy football value, but cut into Laurence Maroney's as well. Sit him for at least another week until the Pats figure out what their RB situation is.
Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart (Achilles) sat out practice on Wednesday as he normally does.
Pyro's Take:
Stewart has a decent fantasy football match-up this week going up against a beatable Jets rush D, so start him at the flex position if you wish.
Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart (Achilles) is active as usual for the game against the Jets today.
Pyro's Take:
Stewart won't be more than a decent flex option for your fantasy football team today as the Jets defense can buck up and be stingy at times.
Panthers coach John Fox said after the loss to the Jets on Sunday that he considered benching quarterback Jake Delhomme in favor of backup Matt Moore, but ended up sticking with his starter.
“There was discussion about it,” said Fox. “But overall, we felt like Jake was the best guy to be in there for what we were doing in this game, and that's what we did.”
Pyro's Take:
Delhomme has been awful this year, which prompts us to wonder if the Panthers shouldn't follow the path paved by the Titans earlier this year. Delhomme and Kerry Collins have a ton in common, though Matt Moore really isn't even close to Vince Young.
Whatever happens next week, neither Delhomme nor Moore are worth a slot on your fantasy football team.
According to Panthers coach John Fox, running back DeAngelo Williams sprained his ankle in the loss to the Jets on Sunday. Williams came out briefly during the game, but returned shortly afterward.
Pyro's Take:
DeAngelo will likely be given the Jonathan Stewart treatment and sit out practice most of the week. He's unlikely to miss any game-time, though, and will be his usual RB1 for your fantasy football team next weekend.
Jets rookie quarterback Mark Sanchez was limited in practice on Monday due to the knee he bruised in the win over the Panthers yesterday.
Pyro's Take:
We expect "Dirty" to be ready to go this Thursday night, but check back with us over the next couple of days just in case you need him for your fantasy football team.
According to coach Rex Ryan, Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez (knee) may not be 100 percent healthy when they face-off against the Bills this Thursday night.
"I know he's sore, so we'll see how that goes," Ryan said. "It's a short week... so hopefully he'll be 100 percent when we play."
Pyro's Take:
Not the most convincing vote of confidence, but Dirty Sanchez will still be under center come Thursday. Healthy or not, he's nowhere close to being worth a start on your fantasy football team this week.
According to Panthers coach John Fox, wide receiver Dwayne Jarrett suffered a sprained ankle during the game against the Jets on Sunday. His status for the Week 13 game is unknown at this point.
Pyro's Take:
Jarrett has never been a viable fantasy football option, so this news should have no affect on your team.
Jets rookie quarterback Mark Sanchez (knee) was said to be wearing a large sleeve over the normal brace he wears on his knee at practice today, and that even though it was not affecting his footwork or throwing, he was moving around with a slight limp.
Pyro's Take:
Sanchez will start this Thursday night against the Bills for sure, but don't expect a whole hell of a lot out of him or his receivers. If he's on your fantasy football team, make sure he's riding pines in Week 13.
Panthers running back DeAngelo Williams took a seat on the sidelines during practice on Wednesday in order to rest the ankle he sprained last week against the Jets. He is still expected to start this Sunday.
Pyro's Take:
DeAngelo should be fine to play against the Bucs this weekend, and might be the best RB1 in fantasy football when all is said and done in Week 13.
Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez (knee) went through another full practice on Wednesday and is being listed on the injury report as probable.
Pyro's Take:
Dirty will be under center today, but playing outside in the crappy weather isn't really his strong suit, so we'd suggest finding another signal caller for your fantasy football team this week.
Jets rookie quarterback Mark Sanchez (knee) has been declared active for the game tonight and will make his normal start against the Bills.
Pyro's Take:
It's cold and windy out there, which is not good news for Sanchez because as he has said himself, he pretty much sucks in the cold weather. Get him out of your fantasy football lineup if you can.
According to Jets coach Rex Ryan, the MRI taken on quarterback Mark Sanchez's right knee today revealed a sprained patellar cruciate ligament (PCL). Ryan also said that he was optimistic that Sanchez would be able to play in Week 14.
Pyro's Take:
We'll see if he's healthy enough to play by the middle of next week, but don't get your hopes up. It's really not that bad of an injury, but we wouldn't doubt it if the team kept him out one game just to be sure. Keep him on your fantasy football bench for now.
According to Jets coach Rex Ryan, rookie QB Mark Sanchez (sprained knee) will not participate in the Jets practice today, but Ryan said he remains optimistic that Sanchez will be able to go next Sunday against the Bucs.
"Right now, we’re feeling very good about where he is right now and I think the doctors are, too," Ryan added.
Pyro's Take:
We're guessing that Dirty Sanchez will give it the old college try next Sunday, though the Jets may want to rest him one game as they likely won't need him against Tampa. We'll keep you posted for fantasy football purposes.
When asked how quarterback Mark Sanchez was doing, Jets coach Rex Ryan had this to say:
"He seems to be getting better each day," Ryan said. "We're obviously going to be smart with this. I'm going to consult with the doctors (and) get their opinion of things. We'll consider what's best for the player first, team second. We'll see. I'm optimistic though... because he is so much better [than he was before the weekend]."
Pyro's Take:
We're pretty sure Sanchez will play, but you'll want to check back throughout the week to be sure. He'll wear braces on both knees if he goes, so his mobility might be hampered a bit. He hasn't been a good fantasy football play for awhile, but if QB Kellen Clemens is in there, Braylon Edwards and Jerricho Cotchery might take a hit in value.
Jets coach Rex Ryan announced on Wednesday that quarterback Kellen Clemens will get the start on Sunday against the Buccaneers and that Mark Sanchez (knee) should be ready for action again in Week 15.
Pyro's Take:
We guess Sanchez's knee didn't come around the way the coaches were hoping for, so better to be safe than sorry against a beatable team like the Bucs. WRs Braylon Edwards and Jerricho Cotchery take an obvious fantasy football hit this weekend with Clemens in there, though still could be worth a play against a lame-ass Bucs D.
Jets coach Rex Ryan announced on Wednesday that quarterback Kellen Clemens will get the start on Sunday against the Buccaneers and that Mark Sanchez (knee) should be ready for action again in Week 15.
Pyro's Take:
We guess Sanchez's knee didn't come around the way the coaches were hoping for, so better to be safe than sorry against a beatable team like the Bucs. WRs Braylon Edwards and Jerricho Cotchery take an obvious fantasy football hit this weekend with Clemens in there, though still could be worth a play against a lame-ass Bucs D.
Buccaneers tight end Kellen Winslow Jr. (knee) returned to a full practice on Thursday and is expected to play this weekend against the Jets.
Pyro's Take:
Winslow has been QB Josh Freeman's safety outlet and has garnered the most targets on the team since he was instilled under center. He's worth a start on your fantasy football team this weekend.
The Buccaneers just added running back Cadillac Williams to their injury report as being questionable with a strained back.
Pyro's Take:
If Caddy can't go, it will be Derrick Ward and Earnest Graham carrying the load, which really shouldn't strike a lot of fear into the Jets. None of these guys is worth playing on your fantasy football team this weekend.
Falcons running back Michael Turner (ankle) won't be practicing with the team today, but is set to get in some running on the side as he hopes to be ready for the Week 15 game against the Jets.
Pyro's Take:
We'd like to see Turner get in a full practice before advocating a fantasy start out of him, so check back throughout the week to find out what you should do about the potential RB1 for your team this weekend.
Falcons coach Mike Smith announced in a conference call on Wednesday that quarterback Matt Ryan (turf toe) will not be practicing today and at this point he is considered day-to-day.
Pyro's Take:
Ryan will likely be a game-time decision again this Sunday, so check back with us to see if he can be used in your fantasy football lineup this weekend. Facing the Jets D, however, we wouldn't recommend it.
Jets rookie QB Mark Sanchez (knee) was out on the field scrimmaging with the first team at practice on Thursday. Coach Rex Ryan has not yet named a starter for Sunday's game, though he is expected to later this afternoon.
Pyro's Take:
If Dirty plays, he wouldn't be too bad of a QB2 for your fantasy team this weekend as the Jets go up against a real bad Atlanta pass D. Check back to make sure Sanchez was named the starter before making a move.
Jets coach Rex Ryan officially named quarterback Mark Sanchez the starter for the game against the Falcons on Sunday.
Pyro's Take:
The weather is supposed to be pretty crappy on Sunday, so Sanchez probably shouldn't be starting for your fantasy football team this weekend. Look for Thomas Jones to get a ton of work in Week 15.
Falcons running back Michael Turner (ankle) went through another limited practice today and is being listed as questionable on the team's Week 15 injury report. He is likely to be a game-time decision come Sunday.
Pyro's Take:
You'll want to check back to get the final word on Turner, but if he plays, the weather will be bad and the Jets can be stingy, so we'd have a tough time telling you to play him on your fantasy team even if he is active.
Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (turf toe) was limited in practice again today and is listed as questionable on the team's Week 15 injury report.
Pyro's Take:
Ryan will be a game-time decision along with Turner, but he'd hardly be worth starting on your fantasy team even if he was completely healthy. That Jets pass D is brutal.
Falcons wide receiver Roddy White (knee) practiced in full on Friday and is slated to start as usual against the Jets on Sunday.
Pyro's Take:
It's rare, but we'd have to suggest benching White this week as he'll be shadowed by Mr. Darrelle Revis all day long. If you can, look elsewhere on your fantasy team for a WR play this weekend.
Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (turf toe) is active for the game against the Jets and will start as normal.
Pyro's Take:
Totally unexpected. This definitely gives Atlanta a better chance to win the game, but that Jets pass D is nasty, so we'd think twice about using him even as a QB2 on your fantasy team this week.
Falcons running back Michael Turner (ankle) was declared active today and will make his normal start against the Jets.
Pyro's Take:
Just as with Matt Ryan, this is completely unexpected. The Falcons are likely to pound the football today, so Turner could be in for a nice load of work. It's not the best matchup for him, but worth the chance on your fantasy team.
Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez is active and will start against the Falcons on Sunday.
Pyro's Take:
The Falcons defense is pretty bad, so Sanchez could make for a 12-man fantasy league sleeper this week. The weather isn't all that great though, so don't expect the world out of him.
When addressing the media during his Monday press conference, Colts coach Jim Caldwell was still indeterminate as to whether his star players would play the whole game, a few series, or even at all against the Jets next Sunday.
Pyro's Take:
He also said that playing time would be determined by a player's health, but that could mean anything at this point as Peyton Manning, Reggie Wayne, Dallas Clark, Pierre Garcon, and Joseph Addai have all dealt with various nagging injuries throughout the past bunch of weeks.
We'll keep you posted on with any and all updates coming through as we know many fantasy football seasons depend on some of these Colts players.
When addressing the media during his Monday press conference, Colts coach Jim Caldwell was still indeterminate as to whether his star players would play the whole game, a few series, or even at all against the Jets next Sunday.
Pyro's Take:
He also said that playing time would be determined by a player's health, but that could mean anything at this point as Peyton Manning, Reggie Wayne, Dallas Clark, Pierre Garcon, and Joseph Addai have all dealt with various nagging injuries throughout the past bunch of weeks.
We'll keep you posted on with any and all updates coming through as we know many fantasy football seasons depend on some of these Colts players.
When addressing the media during his Monday press conference, Colts coach Jim Caldwell was still indeterminate as to whether his star players would play the whole game, a few series, or even at all against the Jets next Sunday.
Pyro's Take:
He also said that playing time would be determined by a player's health, but that could mean anything at this point as Peyton Manning, Reggie Wayne, Dallas Clark, Pierre Garcon, and Joseph Addai have all dealt with various nagging injuries throughout the past bunch of weeks.
We'll keep you posted on with any and all updates coming through as we know many fantasy football seasons depend on some of these Colts players.
When addressing the media during his Monday press conference, Colts coach Jim Caldwell was still indeterminate as to whether his star players would play the whole game, a few series, or even at all against the Jets next Sunday.
Pyro's Take:
He also said that playing time would be determined by a player's health, but that could mean anything at this point as Peyton Manning, Reggie Wayne, Dallas Clark, Pierre Garcon, and Joseph Addai have all dealt with various nagging injuries throughout the past bunch of weeks.
We'll keep you posted on with any and all updates coming through as we know many fantasy football seasons depend on some of these Colts players.
When addressing the media during his Monday press conference, Colts coach Jim Caldwell was still indeterminate as to whether his star players would play the whole game, a few series, or even at all against the Jets next Sunday.
Pyro's Take:
He also said that playing time would be determined by a player's health, but that could mean anything at this point as Peyton Manning, Reggie Wayne, Dallas Clark, Pierre Garcon, and Joseph Addai have all dealt with various nagging injuries throughout the past bunch of weeks.
We'll keep you posted on with any and all updates coming through as we know many fantasy football seasons depend on some of these Colts players.
According to Falcons coach Mike Smith, quarterback Matt Ryan (turf toe) was definitely sore after playing the whole game in beating the Jets on Sunday.
"We're going to have to manage that situation... Matt toughed it out," said Smith.
Pyro's Take:
Props to Ryan for gutting out that victory to try and keep his team in the playoff hunt, but we hope it didn't end up setting back his recovery at all. The Falcons are now officially eliminated from contention, so expect Atlanta to shut him down if his soreness continues throughout the week.
After getting hurt on his very first carry against the Jets in Week 15, running back Michael Turner (high ankle sprain) is said to be very iffy for next week's contest against the Bills and coach Mike Smith is not sure he'll be ready to go.
Pyro's Take:
With the Falcons officially eliminated from playoff contention, we don't expect the Falcons to risk the future of their running game by playing Turner these last two weeks. Turner may convince them he's ready, but don't go starting him on your fantasy team unless his health is a sure thing.
Colts kicker Adam Vinatieri (knee) is back kicking with the team at practice and says that his plan is to kick in this weekend's game against the Jets.
Pyro's Take:
Whoa whoa whoa there buddy, let's not put the cart before the horse here. Matt Stover has done just fine since you've been gone, so don't go kicking him out the door without talking to the coaches yet.
Whoever does end up with the job, with the Colts possibly resting their star players this weekend, the kicker might not end up with a lot of chances for points against a tough Jets defense. Keep that in mind for your fantasy team.
Colts kicker Adam Vinatieri (knee) is back kicking with the team at practice and says that his plan is to kick in this weekend's game against the Jets.
Pyro's Take:
Whoa whoa whoa there buddy, let's not put the cart before the horse here. Matt Stover has done just fine since you've been gone, so don't go kicking him out the door without talking to the coaches yet.
Whoever does end up with the job, with the Colts possibly resting their star players this weekend, the kicker might not end up with a lot of chances for points against a tough Jets defense. Keep that in mind for your fantasy team.
Chargers wide receiver Vincent Jackson (Achilles) ran at practice on Wednesday without any restrictions and had this to say when asked about his ailing Achilles:
“Definitely an improvement,” Jackson said. “I’m feeling good this week. I’m going to continue to work to being as close to 100 percent as possible on Sunday.”
Pyro's Take:
The Chargers are going to need him to be at 110 percent if he's going to be effective against Jets CB Darrelle Revis. His size will definitely help, but don't expect much out of him with with the human Body Bag guarding him on Sunday.
After being held out of practice on Wednesday for rest purposes, Jets running back Thomas Jones (knee) returned to take part in all the team and individual drills on Thursday.
Pyro's Take:
The 31-year old back is just fine and will be getting his normal workload against the Chargers this Sunday. Even though their rush D is nothing special, they don't let up many TDs, but the odds still say that Jones will hit paydirt at least once this Sunday. In fact, there were only six games this year in which TJ didn't find the endzone, including last week's playoff game.
Cincinnati Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis was named the 2009 NFL Coach of the Year by the Associated Press on Saturday. Lewis earned 20.5 votes out of 50, while the Saints Sean Payton garnered 11.5 and the Chargers Norv Turner took 9 votes.
Pyro's Take:
There were a bunch of good candidates this year, from the aforementioned Lewis, Payton, and Turner, to the Colts Jim Caldwell, Eagles Andy Reid, Cardinals Ken Whisenhunt, and Jets Rex Ryan. With all the tragedy that could have crippled his team, not to mention the injuries and scheme adjustments the team went through, Marvin Lewis was still able to lead the Bengals to an AFC North title and the playoffs with a record of 10-6. This was a very much deserved and earned award by Coach Lewis.
Chargers wide receiver Vincent Jackson caught 7 balls on 9 targets for 111 yards against the Jets on Sunday afternoon, though not one of them came against runner-up defensive player of the year, Darrelle Revis.
Pyro's Take:
It was said that Revis would be shadowing the Bolts big VJ the whole game, but that didn't turn out to be the case. Our guess is that Rex Ryan used the media to create a little bit of misdirection in the San Diego game plan, and shocker, it worked! Oh Norv, your true colors have shown through once again.
According to a source high up within the Dallas organization, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has decided to pick up the option on coach Wade Phillips' contract for 2010.
Pyro's Take:
No official statement has been made by the team yet, but this looks to be a done deal. Phillips wasn't just the coach this year, but also took on the defensive coordinator responsibilities while leading the Cowboys to the 2nd ranked defense behind the NY Jets. He also led the team to their first playoff win in 13 seasons and has compiled a 33-15 regular season record while capturing two NFC East titles in his three-year tenure.
After being limited due to an illness earlier in the week, Colts tight end Dallas Clark took part in full practices Thursday and Friday and is being listed as probable on the team's injury report.
Pyro's Take:
Dallas will be playing this weekend, so no worries there. Look for the All-Pro to be heavily involved in the Colts high-powered attack against the Jets on Sunday
New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg temporarily renamed Manhattan "Revis Island" for as long as the Jets stay in the playoffs. The move was made to honor all-world cornerback Darrelle Revis as he looks to shut down All-Pro wide receiver Reggie Wayne once again.
Pyro's Take:
WOW what a cool move by Mayor Bloomberg! In fact, we'd be 100 percent behind him if he decided to make the change permanent.
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