NFL FANTASY FOOTBALL
 Arizona Cardinals - Priority News
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| Steve Breaston - WR |
Posted 11/19/09 4:39pm et |
| Updating a previous report, AZCardinals.com reports Arizona Cardinals WR Steve Breaston (knee) should be able to play in Week 11. |
The Huddle's Take: Breaston will return to his No. 3 role now that Anquan Boldin seems to have healed from his sprained ankle.
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| Chris Wells - RB |
Posted 11/15/09 10:18pm et |
| The Associated Press reports Arizona Cardinals RB Beanie Wells had 16 carries for a career-high 85 yards with two touchdowns Week 10. He also caught two passes for 32 receiving yards. |
The Huddle's Take: Wells continues to build on his carries and his stats every week and is developing into a solid fantasy running back. The former Ohio State player runs with power and has become a lethal weapon in a Cardinals arsenal that is brimming with talent and has their eyes set on a Super Bowl return this year. Arizona also has a favorable schedule in the second half of the season which could make Wells a solid factor in the fantasy playoffs.
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| Anquan Boldin - WR |
Posted 11/15/09 11:15pm et |
| The Associated Press reports Arizona Cardinals WR Anquan Boldin caught eight passes for 105 receiving yards Week 10. |
The Huddle's Take: Boldin appears to be returning to form after being limited with an injury the last few weeks. He appeared to run better and was targeted several times by Kurt Warner as the Cardinals won their game against Seattle. Boldin is clearly a
No. 1 wideout for fantasy teams when healthy.
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| Anquan Boldin - WR |
Posted 11/13/09 7:05pm et |
| AZCardinals.com reports Arizona Cardinals WR Anquan Boldin (ankle) participated in practice Friday, Nov. 13. He is listed as probable for Week 10 and will be able to play. |
The Huddle's Take: There's no one on the NFL who's tougher than Boldin. But you have to wonder if his stubborn will to play is in the best interests of his team. He was extremely hobbled two weeks ago -- to the point where he was a liability on the field because he could barely jog, much less run at full speed. Maybe he posesses extraordinary healing powers and can play at 100 percent just two weeks later. More likely he'll be at 70-80 percent tops. The bottom line is Boldin's too much of a risk to be in your Fantasy lineup. Keep him benched until he shows he's back to the Anquan Boldin who is one of the best wide receivers in the league.
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| Anquan Boldin - WR |
Posted 11/12/09 4:58pm et |
| AZCardinals.com reports Arizona Cardinals WR Anquan Boldin (ankle) fully participated in practice Thursday, Nov. 12. He will be able to play in Week 10. |
The Huddle's Take: Boldin would normally be a no-brainer start this week at home against Seattle, but he's a risky play. Even though he had a week to rest his sprained ankle, he looked so hobbled in Week 8 it's hard to put faith in his ability to be up to full speed a mere two weeks later. If you have a better WR option, use it this week until you're certain Boldin is 100 percent - or at least close to it.
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| Anquan Boldin - WR |
Posted 11/11/09 11:25pm et |
| CBSSports.com reports Arizona Cardinals WR Anquan Boldin (ankle) practiced in full Wednesday, Nov. 11. |
The Huddle's Take: Boldin practicing this early in the week is certainly a good sign and indicates that he could be in the llineup come Sunday. Arizona has a high-octane passing game and with Boldin on the field opposite Larry Fitzgerald they are certainly more lethal to opposing defenses. Despite the news, fantasy owner should still expect Steve Breaston to play a decent role in the offense going forward for the Cardinals for the remainder of the season.
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| Anquan Boldin - WR |
Posted 11/9/09 11:23am et |
| Updating a previous item, Kent Somers, of The Arizona Republic, reports Cardinals head coach Ken Whisenhunt said he told WR Anquan Boldin he would sit out the team's Week 9 game. Whisenhunt said he turned in the list of inactive players to officials just before the deadline, and then approached Boldin as his locker and told him he wasn't playing. Two witness to Whisenhunt's conversation with Boldin said Boldin would not look at the coach during the conversation. |
The Huddle's Take: While Boldin's warrior mentality is admirable, sometimes the coach needs to make an unpopular decision for the benefit of the team. And it makes more sense for Boldin to take time off and get fully healed rather than continually aggravate the injury and jeopardize his availability for any sort of playoff run.
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| Anquan Boldin - WR |
Posted 11/8/09 7:10pm et |
| CBSSports.com reports Arizona Cardinals WR Anquan Boldin (ankle) was upset he was inactive for the team's Week 9 game. Boldin found out he was inactive by returning to his locker after warming up in shorts and a t-shirt, and he found all his equipment had been removed. Head coach Ken Whisenhunt said Solider Field's turf led to the decision, but Boldin didn't but it. "It wasn't the field (condition) or anything like that," Boldin added. |
The Huddle's Take: Boldin is never the quiet type when he has opinions on something, so this is par for the course, however there is added pressure with Early Doucet now active and back on the field. Boldin likely will be active next week.
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| Anquan Boldin - WR |
Posted 11/7/09 6:24pm et |
| CBSSports.com reports Arizona Cardinals WR Early Doucet could be activated for the team's Week 9 game if WR Anquan Boldin (ankle) does not play. Head coach Ken Whisenhunt said the quarterbacks have developed a strong comfort level with Doucet. |
The Huddle's Take: It is still uncertain as to what Boldin's status will be, but at this point make sure you're prepared for him not to go. Doucet would likely still be a secondary option to Fitzgerald and Breaston.
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| Anquan Boldin - WR |
Posted 11/6/09 3:52pm et |
| ESPN.com reports Arizona Cardinals WR Anquan Boldin (ankle) returned to practice Friday, Nov. 6, but is still questionable for Week 9. |
The Huddle's Take: Look for another option at receiver for your team this week. Even if Boldin does manage to get on the field, he'll likely be severely limited once again. He'd be better off simply resting the injury and staying off the field until it his ankle is fully healed.
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| Steve Breaston - WR |
Posted 11/6/09 6:48pm et |
| AZCardinals.com reports Arizona Cardinals WR Steve Breaston (knee) was limited in practice Friday, Nov. 6, and is probable for Week 9. He is expected to play. |
The Huddle's Take: Breaston should get a lot of balls thrown his way against Chicago if Anquan Boldin can't play or remains limited.
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| Anquan Boldin - WR |
Posted 11/5/09 4:19pm et |
| AZCardinals.com reports Arizona Cardinals WR Anquan Boldin (ankle) did not practice again Thursday, Nov. 5, and will be a game-time decision in Week 9. |
The Huddle's Take: Even if Boldin does play, he's likely to still be severely limited. Look for another WR option this week if you can.
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| Anquan Boldin - WR |
Posted 11/4/09 11:13pm et |
| The Associated Press reports Arizona Cardinals WR Anquan Boldin (ankle) is expecting to play in Week 9 despite missing practice Wednesday, Nov. 4. He stated that he will not be 100 percent healthy for the rest of the season, but as long as he can move around and run, he will play. |
The Huddle's Take: Boldin at 80% is still better than most other fantasy receivers at 100%, especially with the Cardinals having a nice schedule during the second half of the season. Fantasy owners should expect Boldin to play but not be as involved as in the past. Steve Breaston will likely garner a larger role in the passing game going forward.
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| Kurt Warner - QB |
Posted 11/1/09 10:07pm et |
| The Associated Press reports Arizona Cardinals QB Kurt Warner was 27-for-46 for 242 yards with two touchdowns and five interceptions Week 8 against the Carolina Panthers. He also fumbled the ball away once. |
The Huddle's Take: This was certainly one of the worst performances by Warner since the 2002 game against Seattle but keep in mind he has looked sharp for much of the season and he was bound to have a rough outing at some point. Regardless, Warner is still a solid No. 1 fantasy quarterback worthy of starting every week for an Arizona team that is likely to be playing deep into the playoffs once again.
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| Anquan Boldin - WR |
Posted 11/1/09 10:37pm et |
| The Arizona Republic, reports Arizona Cardinals WR Anquan Boldin set the franchise record for career receptions Week 8. Boldin passed former Cardinals FB Larry Centers, who caught 535 passes in his career. |
The Huddle's Take: Despite the record, Boldin re-aggravated his right ankle injury and his status for the upcoming Week 9 contest is in question. Fantasy owners need to check his practice status later in the week before inserting him into fantasy lineups right away. Steve Breaston will likely benefit from the absence of Boldin if he is unable to play.
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| Anquan Boldin - WR |
Posted 10/30/09 6:54pm et |
| AZCardinals.com reports Arizona Cardinals WR Anquan Boldin (ankle) was limited during practice Friday, Oct. 30. He is listed as questionable for Week 8 but is expected to play. |
The Huddle's Take: No one in the NFL is tougher than Boldin, but he looked like a liability at times on the field last Sunday against New York. He was limping so badly it appeared he was only on the field to be a decoy. If you have the roster flexibility, it may be better for your team if you keep him on your bench until he proves he's once again at 100 percent.
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| Chris Wells - RB |
Posted 10/29/09 11:42am et |
| Bob McManaman, of the Arizona Republic, reports Cardinals head coach Ken Whisenhunt said he is not ready to name RB Beanie Wells as the starting running back at this time. Whisenhunt said Wells will continue to get more carries but is not ready to give Wells the majority of carries. |
The Huddle's Take: Actually it's too late, as Wells has 26 carries over the past two games compared to 17 for Hightower. The Cards still need to use Hightower on passing downs, but it's clear that if Arizona wants to run the ball they'll use the rookie to do so.
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| Anquan Boldin - WR |
Posted 10/26/09 12:27pm et |
| Kent Somers, of The Arizona Republic, reports Cardinals WR Anquan Boldin played only in formations with three and four receivers in Week 7. WR Steve Breaston took Boldin's place in two-receiver formations. Boldin was noticeably hobbling in the second half. |
The Huddle's Take: Boldin entered the game with a high ankle sprain and he certainly looked limited when he was on the field. He still outproduced Breaston, but the way he was hobbling suggests that he might benefit from a week off before attempting to play again.
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| Chris Wells - RB |
Posted 10/26/09 12:27pm et |
| The Associated Press reports Arizona Cardinals RB Beanie Wells rushed for 67 yards and his first career touchdown on 14 carries in Week 7. |
The Huddle's Take: Wells displayed an impressive stiff arm and has 26 carries the past two games; the good news is his 4.8 yards per carry average against the Giants was twice as much as his 2.4 ypc the previous week. Perhaps Wells is starting to figure out his role in this offense—and, conversely, the Cardinals are finding the best ways to put their first-round pick to good use.
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| Anquan Boldin - WR |
Posted 10/26/09 8:33pm et |
| AZCardinals.com reports Arizona Cardinals WR Anquan Boldin (ankle) came out late in the team's Week 7 game because his ankle sprain stiffened. Head coach Ken Whisenhunt said Boldin didn't suffer a setback, and he is expected to practice more this week than last. |
The Huddle's Take: Good news for Boldin owners. It takes a lot to sideline Boldin, who very well could be the toughest NFL player in the game these days. More practice would help timing with Warner get on track and should only help his stats.
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| Tim Hightower - RB |
Posted 10/26/09 8:33pm et |
| AZCardinals.com reports Arizona Cardinals RB Beanie Wells will not be the team's starting running back Week 8. Head coach Ken Whisenhunt said, "I just don't think Beanie is ready yet." RB Tim Hightower will remain the starter. Whisenhunt praised Wells and acknowledged that Wells will enjoy a huge game with a breakaway run or two, but Wells had another fumble Week 7. Wells now has four fumbles in just 49 attempts, which gives Whisenhunt pause. |
The Huddle's Take: Until Wells can hold on to the ball much better than he does now, Hightower isn't in any danger of losing his job. Hightower isn't the bruising back the team would like, but he's been doing what needs done and holding on to the rock so far this season. Wells has talent that the team is going to try to get on the field more and more, but losing the football can be too big of a risk and can derail the greatest of talent.
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| Tim Hightower - RB |
Posted 10/23/09 11:57am et |
| Kent Somers, of The Arizona Republic, reports Cardinals RB Tim Hightower practices kicking field goals at least once a week and could be the kicker in an emergency. "Even though we have fun with it, let's not underestimate the importance of it. If it was a critical extra point and Neil were to get knocked out covering a kick the way he does, it could be something that would be important," head coach Ken Whisenhunt said. |
The Huddle's Take: Did Hightower get the idea from watching Chad Ochocinco in the preseason? The prospect of picking up an extra point or three somewhere down the road is little more than a bonus for Hightower's fantasy value.
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| Anquan Boldin - WR |
Posted 10/23/09 6:19pm et |
| AZCardinals.com reports Arizona Cardinals WR Anquan Boldin (ankle) was limited during practice Friday, Oct. 23. He is listed as questionable for Week 7 and will be a game-time decision. |
The Huddle's Take: If Boldin can't go, Steve Breaston will move into the No. 2 receiver slot behind Larry Fitzgerald. He could put up strong numbers against a depleted Giant secondary.
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| Steve Breaston - WR |
Posted 10/22/09 10:24am et |
| Updating a previous item, Kent Somers, of The Arizona Republic, reports Cardinals WR Steve Breaston was limited during the team's practice Wednesday, Oct. 21, but he is expected to play Week 7. |
The Huddle's Take: This is par for the course for Breaston, who has been bothered by a sore knee all season long. However, he's only missed one game and has been extremely productive of late. If Anquan Boldin is limited by his ankle injury, Breaston could be expected to be even more productive than usual this week.
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| Chris Wells - RB |
Posted 10/22/09 10:24am et |
| Updating a previous item, Kent Somers, of The Arizona Republic, reports Cardinals RB Chris Wells was limited during the team's practice Wednesday, Oct. 21, but he is expected to play Week 7. |
The Huddle's Take: Wells' latest malady is a hip injury. The problem with all of Wells' little nicks is that it costs him valuable practice time where he could be learning how to fit into the Arizona offense. At present Tim Hightower is the more valuable fantasy play in the Cardinals backfield.
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| Anquan Boldin - WR |
Posted 10/22/09 10:32pm et |
| AZCardinals.com, reports Arizona Cardinals WR Anquan Boldin (ankle) missed the team's practice Thursday, Oct. 22, and he will probably be a game-time decision for Week 7. |
The Huddle's Take: Boldin continues to miss practice this week and it is apparent that he could be a late scratch in the lineup for Week 7. Fantasy owners should expect an increase in playing time for Steve Breaston if Boldin is unable to go.
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| Chris Wells - RB |
Posted 10/21/09 10:23am et |
| Kent Somers, of The Arizona Republic, reports Cardinals coaches want RB Chris Wells to take things slower. Wells has made mistakes during the season, usually because of impatience. Head coach Ken Whisenhunt said, "Normally, guys will take a drop step and then they'll go because it times up better with the quarterback. Beanie is getting there sometimes before the pull of the guard or he's getting there too tight for the quarterback." |
The Huddle's Take: It hasn't helped Wells' transition that his touches have been limited because he's not a good fit for Arizona's pass-heavy offensive scheme. Wells' injury-riddled preseason didn't help, and it will be difficult for Whisenhunt to get him the in-season reps that might allow him to take the starting job from Tim Hightower.
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| Chris Wells - RB |
Posted 10/21/09 10:53pm et |
| Arizona Cardinals RB Chris Wells (hip) was limited during practice Wednesday, Oct. 21. |
The Huddle's Take: Wells has certainly had his problems to start the year which stemmed from the short holdout in training camp and some injuries which has limited him for part of the season. The Cardinals continue to utilize Tim Hightower as their starting running back with Wells coming in as a change of pace back. Expect more of the same this week as the rookie Wells continues to have problems staying healthy and holding onto the ball.
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| Steve Breaston - WR |
Posted 10/21/09 10:53pm et |
| Arizona Cardinals WR Steve Breaston (knee) was limited during practice Wednesday, Oct. 21. |
The Huddle's Take: Breaston continues to be limited during practice each week however some gametime he seems to always be in the lineup. He looked the best he has all year in Week 6 and if Anquan Boldin is out of action with his injury then Breaston could turn into fantasy gold and post some nice numbers the next few weeks.
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| Anquan Boldin - WR |
Posted 10/19/09 11:35am et |
| Scott Bordow, of the East Valley Tribune, reports Arizona Cardinals WR Anquan Boldin suffered a high ankle sprain during the team's Week 6 game. He said he thought he would be able to play Week 7. |
The Huddle's Take: Uh-oh. Usually putting a "high" in front of "ankle sprain" doubles the time a player is out. No question Boldin can play through pain, but he's already seeing Steve Breaston take some of his looks and can ill afford to be less than 100 percent.
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