NFL FANTASY FOOTBALL
 Indianapolis Colts - Priority News
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| Pierre Garcon - WR |
Posted 11/19/09 9:46pm et |
| Indianapolis Colts WR Pierre Garcon (ankle) practiced Thursday, Nov. 19, and is expected to play in Week 11. |
The Huddle's Take: Garcon continues to develop and is building confidence with his quarterback Peyton Manning on a weekly basis. He has nice speed and is very athletic which could mean more playing time opposite Reggie Wayne in the Colts high-octane offense.
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| Reggie Wayne - WR |
Posted 11/16/09 11:07am et |
| The Associated Press reports Indianapolis Colts WR Reggie Wayne caught 10 passes for 126 yards with two touchdown receptions Week 10. |
The Huddle's Take: Wayne seemed to be open whenever Peyton Manning needed him to be—and when he wasn't, he made the play anyway. With the Patriots successful at keeping Dallas Clark in check and youngsters Pierre Garçon and Austin Collie struggling, the Colts needed everything Wayne brought to the table.
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| Peyton Manning - QB |
Posted 11/16/09 11:07am et |
| The Associated Press reports Indianapolis Colts QB Peyton Manning was 28-for-44 for 327 yards with four touchdown passes and two interceptions Week 10 against the New England Patriots. |
The Huddle's Take: Manning threw a couple of uncharacteristic ducks and seemed to struggle a bit in the middle portion of the game. However, with the Colts down 13 and time running down Manning was at his finest in engineering two scoring drives and throwing the game-winning touchdown to Reggie Wayne.
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| Joseph Addai - RB |
Posted 11/15/09 11:15pm et |
| CBSSports.com reports Indianapolis Colts RB Joseph Addai (finger) suffered a finger injury Week 10 and is questionable to return. |
The Huddle's Take: Joseph Addai briefly left the contest against New England after injuring his finger on a touchdown run early in the game. The injury to Addai does not seem to be serious since he was able to return to the game in the second half. Backup Donald Brown also got some carries in the game as he returned to action from a shoulder injury that had limited him the last few weeks.
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| Donald Brown - RB |
Posted 11/13/09 6:55pm et |
| Indianapolis Colts RB Donald Brown (knee) participated in practice Friday, Nov. 13. He is not on the injury report for Week 10. |
The Huddle's Take: Brown will likely go back to his role of poaching carries and receptions from Joseph Addai, thus knocking Addai's Fantasy value down a peg for Week 10. If you have another option for your No. 2 RB this week, you should use it.
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| Austin Collie - WR |
Posted 11/12/09 5:44pm et |
| Indianapolis Colts WR Austin Collie (neck) participated in practice Thursday, Nov. 12. He is expected to play in Week 10. |
The Huddle's Take: Collie will take the spot of Anthony Gonzalez at least one more week as the Colts' No. 3 receiver. He's worth Fantasy starting consideration against the Patriots in a game where Indianapolis will likely have to score a lot of points to win.
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| Donald Brown - RB |
Posted 11/12/09 5:46pm et |
| Indianapolis Colts RB Donald Brown (knee) participated in practice Thursday, Nov. 12. He is expected to play in Week 10. |
The Huddle's Take: Brown's return will likely mean he'll return to the role of poaching both carries and receptions from Joseph Addai. Addai's Fantasy value definitely takes a hit with this news.
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| Austin Collie - WR |
Posted 11/10/09 6:48pm et |
| The Indianapolis Star reports Indianapolis Colts WR Austin Collie (neck) suffered a neck injury in Week 9 and briefly returned the game. Collie said he would be fine. Head coach Jim Caldwell also said Collie will be fine but is not sure if he will practice Wednesday, Nov. 11. |
The Huddle's Take: Collie should be good to go, especially if he returned to the game. But the possibility of complications arising during the week will cast at least a little doubt on his availability for the New England game. For now, expect him to play but keep checking through the week for further updates.
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| Anthony Gonzalez - WR |
Posted 11/7/09 6:10pm et |
| Indianapolis Colts WR Anthony Gonzalez (knee) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 6. He has been ruled out for Week 9. |
The Huddle's Take: Anthony Gonzalez will likely be out for more than just this week, the team announced that he had undergone arthroscopic surgery and will likely be out at least a couple of more weeks if not longer. It's almost time to just put him on the IR and forget about him until 2010 - almost.
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| Bob Sanders - S |
Posted 11/6/09 10:51am et |
| The Indianapolis Colts have announced FS Bob Sanders met with Dr. James Andrews Thursday, Nov. 5, to receive more information on the left elbow injury he suffered in Week 8. |
The Huddle's Take: Generally, news of a player meeting with Dr. Andrews is followed shortly by an announcement regarding surgery. Obviously, that's not good news for the oft-injured Sanders, though the consult may just be asking if he is risking further damage by playing with the ailment.
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| Anthony Gonzalez - WR |
Posted 11/6/09 10:51am et |
| The Indianapolis Colts have announced WR Anthony Gonzalez underwent arthroscopic knee surgery Thursday, Nov. 5, to clean out some loose particles. There is no timetable for his return. |
The Huddle's Take: There's no reason to expect Gonzalez back any time soon, which means Austin Collie and Pierre Garçon will continue to have significant fantasy value.
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| Marlin Jackson - CB |
Posted 11/6/09 10:51am et |
| The Indianapolis Colts have announced they have placed CB Marlin Jackson on Injured Reserve, ending his 2009 season. |
The Huddle's Take: This makes two consecutive years in which Jackson has suffered a season-ending knee injury in practice. The Colts have been adjusting to life without Jackson all year, as rehab from last year's injury limited him during the early going and he's missed time of late with another knee injury.
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| Bob Sanders - S |
Posted 11/6/09 12:58pm et |
| The Indianapolis Star reports Indianapolis Colts head coach Jim Caldwell said FS Bob Sanders (elbow) will need to undergo surgery on his injured elbow. It is not known how long Sanders will be out of the lineup. |
The Huddle's Take: Sanders is a great player, but he's got to be one of the most injury-prone players as well. The Colt defense isn't the same without Sanders, who already missed the first five games of the season with a knee problem. The matchup just got a little better for Texans' QB Matt Schaub this week.
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| Bob Sanders - S |
Posted 11/6/09 2:55pm et |
| Updating a previous item, ESPN reports Indianapolis Colts FS Bob Sanders (biceps) has a torn biceps and will require season-ending surgery, according to a team source. |
The Huddle's Take: Odd that it went from an elbow problem to a torn biceps, but the bottom line is the Colt defense lost it's heart and soul, and will not be the same unit without Sanders. That's not to say it's a bad defense, but it's an excellent one with Sanders patrolling the secondary. If you have Matt Schaub and were thinking about benching him, you may want to reconsider unless your other QB has a great matchup.
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| Pierre Garcon - WR |
Posted 11/6/09 5:28pm et |
| Indianapolis Colts WR Pierre Garcon (ankle) did not practice Friday, Nov. 6, and is questionable for Week 9. |
The Huddle's Take: Austin Collie has pretty much taken over the No. 2 WR in Anthony Gonzalez' absence, with 30 catches compared to Garcon's 18. If Garcon is out this week, Collie has a chance to post very strong numbers against Houston.
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| Donald Brown - RB |
Posted 11/5/09 11:29pm et |
| Indianapolis Colts RB Donald Brown (shoulder) participated in practice Thursday, Nov. 5. He is expected to play in Week 9. |
The Huddle's Take: Brown is performing well in practice and appears ready to return to action at least on a a limited basis this week. He will likely split carries with Joseph Addai which will make both runners fantasy factors from this point in the season on. Fantasy owners should check their waiver wires as Brown could have been dropped in some leagues.
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| Reggie Wayne - WR |
Posted 11/5/09 11:29pm et |
| Indianapolis Colts WR Reggie Wayne (groin) participated in practice Thursday, Nov. 5. He is expected to play in Week 9. |
The Huddle's Take: Wayne continues to play through the pain but groin injuries tend to linger and and could limit his speed and route running in the offensive attack for the rest of the year. Austin Collie and Pierre Garcon are both capable of posting nice numbers and could find more opportunities in light of the injury to Reggie Wayne.
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| Peyton Manning - QB |
Posted 11/1/09 10:32pm et |
| The Associated Press reports Indianapolis Colts QB Peyton Manning was 31-for-48 for 347 yards during the team's Week 8 game against the San Francisco 49ers. |
The Huddle's Take: Despite the huge yardage game, Manning failed to throw a TD pass in the contest. It is clear that the Colts and Manning are in a whole different category and it appears that Indianapolis and the New Orleans Saints are on an early collision course for a potential Super Bowl matchup. From a fantasy stand point what is there to say but consider Manning for your fantasy lineup each week regardless of the matchup.
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| Donald Brown - RB |
Posted 10/30/09 10:36am et |
| Indianapolis Colts RB Donald Brown missed the team's practice Thursday, Oct. 29, but he will be a game-time decision for Week 8. |
The Huddle's Take: The initial report on Brown's injury was one-to-three weeks, so it wouldn't be shocking if he sat this one out. The Colts not only have the luxury of backfield depth with Joseph Addai capable of handling the workload while Brown is out, they also have a cushion in the AFC South and have no need to rush injured players back until they're ready.
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| Reggie Wayne - WR |
Posted 10/30/09 4:31pm et |
| Indianapolis Colts WR Reggie Wayne (groin) fully participated in practice Friday, Oct. 30. He is listed as questionable for Week 8. |
The Huddle's Take: Even though he's questionable, a full Friday practice means it's very likely Wayne will be good to go against San Francisco.
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| Anthony Gonzalez - WR |
Posted 10/30/09 4:34pm et |
| Indianapolis Colts WR Anthony Gonzalez (knee) did not participate in practice Friday, Oct. 30. He has been ruled out for the team's Week 8 game. |
The Huddle's Take: Austin Collie will take Gonzalez' place for at least one more week.
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| Peyton Manning - QB |
Posted 10/30/09 4:44pm et |
| Indianapolis Colts QB Peyton Manning (rest) was limited during practice Friday, Oct. 30. |
The Huddle's Take: Nothing to worry about here. Manning will be ready to carve up the 49er secondary in Week 8.
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| Adam Vinatieri - PK |
Posted 10/29/09 11:28pm et |
| Indianapolis Colts PK Adam Vinatieri (knee) is out for the team�s Week 8 game. |
The Huddle's Take: With Vinatieri out of action this week, Matt Stover will take over the kicking duties for Indianapolis. Fantasy owners looking for a kicker during the bye week should consider Stover who could post some decent numbers with the Colts offense behind him.
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| Reggie Wayne - WR |
Posted 10/29/09 11:28pm et |
| Indianapolis Colts WR Reggie Wayne (groin) missed the team's practice Thursday, Oct. 29, but he is expected to play Week 8. |
The Huddle's Take: The Colts receiving corp is hurting with Reggie Wayne nursing a knee injury and Anthony Gonzalez also out with a knee injury. Wayne appears to be in line to play in Week 8 but he could have some lingering effects of his knee injury for some time which could limit his production on the field.
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| Anthony Gonzalez - WR |
Posted 10/28/09 11:38pm et |
| CBSSports.com reports Indianapolis Colts WR Anthony Gonzalez (knee) may return to practice on a limited basis this week, according to head coach Jim Caldwell. Gonzalez participated in a walkthrough Wednesday, Oct. 29. |
The Huddle's Take: The Colts have found quality depth in their wide receiver position with Austin Collie and Pierre Garcon emerging as solid receiving options. Fantasy owners should look for Gonzalez to return slowly especially if Reggie Wayne is good to go in Week 8 as expected.
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| Donald Brown - RB |
Posted 10/26/09 12:37pm et |
| Mike Chappell, of the Indianapolis Star, reports Indianapolis Colts RB Donald Brown left the team's Week 7 game after spraining his shoulder during the second quarter. Brown, however, said the injury is not serious. "I'll be all right," Brown said. "It's something I've had before in college. I know how to handle it. I'll be back (Monday)." |
The Huddle's Take: There was no reason for Brown to rush back into Sunday's blowout win over the Rams, and Chad Simpson was solid in relief. But, to the likely chagrin of Joseph Addai's fantasy owners, it sounds as if Brown will be back to handle the junior role of Indy's backfield committee.
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| Donald Brown - RB |
Posted 10/25/09 11:25pm et |
| CBSSports.com reports Indianapolis Colts RB Donald Brown (shoulder) suffered an injured shoulder during the team's Week 7 game. |
The Huddle's Take: An injury to Brown opens the door once again to Joseph Addai who has had to share carries with Brown so far this season. Regardless, the Colts will likely not miss a beat on offense as Addai has looked good at times and capable of carrying the entire load if needed. Brown's injury status will likely be updated further on Monday.
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| Reggie Wayne - WR |
Posted 10/25/09 11:25pm et |
| CBSSports.com reports Indianapolis Colts WR Reggie Wayne (groin) suffered strained groin during the team's Week 7 game. He was able to return in the second half, but he did not finish the game. |
The Huddle's Take: This is not a good injury for a receiver to have and especially not a top receiver like Reggie Wayne who is such an integral part of the Colts offense. If Wayne misses any time with this injury then Pierre Garcon and Austin Collie will play even bigger roles for Peyton Manning and the Colts in the next few weeks. Check back on Monday for updates on Wayne's status.
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| Anthony Gonzalez - WR |
Posted 10/23/09 11:52pm et |
| Indianapolis Colts WR Anthony Gonzalez (knee) missed the team's practice Friday, Oct. 23, and he is out for Week 7. |
The Huddle's Take: The Colts appear likely to take their time bringing Gonzalez back from his knee injury especially with Austin Collie and Pierre Garcon performing well in his absence. Gonzalez has been inconsistent in the past and may have a hard time getting back on the field even when he does return to full health. Fantasy owners should look at downgrading Gonzalez until he proves he will get playing time when he returns.
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| Bob Sanders - S |
Posted 10/21/09 4:42pm et |
| ESPN.com reports Indianapolis Colts FS Bob Sanders (knee) is on track to play in Week 7, but head coach Jim Caldwell said a decision on Sanders' availability for the game will be determined later in the week. |
The Huddle's Take: If Sanders is close to 100% and plays it gives the Colts defense a boost and makes them an even nicer bye week fill in for your fantasy team against the lowly Rams this week.
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