NFL FANTASY FOOTBALL
 Jacksonville Jaguars - Priority News
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| Maurice Jones-Drew - RB |
Posted 11/15/09 11:15pm et |
| The Associated Press reports Jacksonville Jaguars RB Maurice Jones-Drew had 24 carries for 123 yards with a touchdown Week 10. He also caught two passes for 22 receiving yards. He almost scored another touchdown, but instead took a knee at the 1-yard line with just over a minute left in the game against the New York Jets. QB David Garrard took a knee on the next two plays, and PK Josh Scobee hit the game-winning 21-yard field goal as time expired. Jones-Drew became the first player to rush for 100 or more yards against the Jets this season. |
The Huddle's Take: Ouch! Jones-Drew took a knee on the 1-yard line instead of scoring a touchdown. That sound you heard was fantasy owners groaning all over in disbelief. Regardless, Jones-Drew had another nice game posting 123 yards rushing and 1 touchdown in the game.
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| Maurice Jones-Drew - RB |
Posted 11/12/09 11:39pm et |
| Jacksonville Jaguars RB Maurice Jones-Drew (knee) was limited in practice Thursday, Nov. 12, but he will likely play Week 10. Jones-Drew was not listed on the injury report Wednesday, Nov. 11. |
The Huddle's Take: This is most likely not of major concern at this point since MJD has not been on the injury report and looks to be in line to play this week. Fantasy owners should continue to monitor this situation for any further developments or potential setbacks to Jones-Drew's status heading into the weekend. He continues to be an elite runner capable of carrying fantasy teams week in and week out.
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| Maurice Jones-Drew - RB |
Posted 11/2/09 10:36am et |
| Vito Stellino, of The Florida Times-Union, reports Jacksonville Jaguars RB Maurice Jones-Drew reached 50 career touchdowns Week 8. Jones-Drew is the fastest in franchise history to reach 50 career touchdowns, hitting the milestone in 54 games. Of the NFL's top 20 running backs in touchdowns scored, only former NFL RB Jim Brown (45 games), RB Marcus Allen (48 games), RB Eric Dickerson (51 games) and RB Barry Sanders (53) reached 50 career touchdowns faster than Jones-Drew. |
The Huddle's Take: That's some pretty good company for Jones-Drew, especially when you consider he's essentially shared carries up until this season.
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| Maurice Jones-Drew - RB |
Posted 11/1/09 10:07pm et |
| The Associated Press reports Jacksonville Jaguars RB Maurice Jones-Drew rushed for 177 yards and two touchdowns on eight carries in Week 8. |
The Huddle's Take: Jones-Drew simply errupted in Week 8 against a Tennessee defense that has given up big plays all season long. The Jaguars running back had two long touchdown runs of 80 and 79 yards in the game and most likely single-handedly carried many fantasy teams to victory this week. He is a must-start every week just because he is capable of games just like this.
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| Rashean Mathis - CB |
Posted 10/27/09 3:35pm et |
| The Associated Press reports Jacksonville Jaguars CB Rashean Mathis (finger) could miss the team's Week 8 game against the Tennessee Titans because of a broken index finger on his left hand. Mathis is wearing a cast and has a screw in his finger with several stitches. Both the cast and stitches will be removed later this week, but he does not expect to practice this week and is unsure if he will play. If Mathis is unable to start, CBs Scott Starks or Tyron Brackenridge would likely start at cornerback. When Mathis returns, he expects to wear a smaller cast on his finger. |
The Huddle's Take: Mathis' injury further cripples an already bad Jacksonville pass defense, but it's hard to imagine that whoever starts at quarterback, Kerry Collins or Vince Young, will be able to take advantage.
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| Maurice Jones-Drew - RB |
Posted 10/18/09 11:11pm et |
| The Associated Press reports Jacksonville Jaguars RB Maurice Jones-Drew rushed for 133 yards and three touchdowns on a career-high 33 carries in Week 6. |
The Huddle's Take: Jones-Drew was huge in this game and exploded for some big numbers against a weak St. Louis run defense. The game went into overtime before the Jaguars were able to emerge victorious, however Jones-Drew was solid the entire game and proved once again why he is considered to be an elite running back in 2009.
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| Maurice Jones-Drew - RB |
Posted 10/15/09 11:59am et |
| Aaron Wilson, of the National Football Post, reports Jacksonville Jaguars RB Maurice Jones-Drew criticized the team for their play-calling, offensive line changes and other shortcomings. Jones-Drew referred to himself as the second-highest paid decoy in the league. |
The Huddle's Take: Certainly the 41-0 loss and 26 touches over the past two games have MoJo's Under Armor in a bunch; there's also validity to his concerns with the rotating line and failure to establish the run. MoJo's fantasy owners have the same concerns; after all, Jones-Drew is only on pace for 240 carries, 1,320 rushing yards, 1,704 yards from scrimmage, and 16 touchdowns--all career highs. And if you didn't read the original article, here's the answer to the question that's certainly on your mind: Reggie Bush is the highest-paid decoy in the league.
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| Mike Sims-Walker - WR |
Posted 10/14/09 4:19pm et |
| The Florida Times-Union reports Jacksonville Jaguars WR Mike Sims-Walker was inactive for Week 5 because he missed a bed check Friday, Oct. 9, due to a meeting with a lady friend, according to a league source. |
The Huddle's Take: Well now we all know. I sure hope that "lady friend" visit was worth it Mike. Your team got thumped and fantasy teams around the country got burned.
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| Mike Sims-Walker - WR |
Posted 10/13/09 5:36pm et |
| The Florida Times-Union reports Jacksonville Jaguars WR Mike Sims-Walker apologized for violating a team rule last week, which is why he was inactive for Week 5. Sims-Walker would not disclose which team rule he violated. |
The Huddle's Take: Sims-Walker should be back in the good graces of head coach Jack Del Rio, and on the field in Week 6. He and the Jaguars should put up a lot of points at home against the Rams.
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| Mike Sims-Walker - WR |
Posted 10/9/09 11:11am et |
| Sean Leahy, of USA Today, reports NFL vice president of officiating Mike Pereira said Wednesday, Oct. 7, that one of Jacksonville Jaguars WR Mike Sims-Walker's touchdowns Week 4 should not have been awarded. Sims-Walker bobbled the ball in the end zone as he fell. Officials originally ruled it an incomplete pass, but awarded a touchdown after a replay review. Pereira said, "If you're contacted by the defender before you complete the catch (with) both feet going to the ground, then you're considered going to the ground. And you have to hold onto the ball after hitting the ground." |
The Huddle's Take: Not that either the NFL or your fantasy league will do anything about Sims-Walker's phantom touchdown, but if you lost because of that second score you have a legitimate gripe. Cue the world's smallest violin playing "My Heart Cries For You"...
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| Mike Sims-Walker - WR |
Posted 9/28/09 12:10pm et |
| The Associated Press reports Jacksonville Jaguars WR Mike Sims-Walker caught six passes for 81 yards Week 3. |
The Huddle's Take: With Troy Williamson out for the year, Sims-Walker will start opposite Torry Holt in Jacksonville. And with back-to-back productive games, he looks to be a serviceable fantasy option—at least until his next injury, which has been the primary obstacle to a productive NFL career thus far.
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| Maurice Jones-Drew - RB |
Posted 9/28/09 12:10pm et |
| The Associated Press reports Jacksonville Jaguars RB Maurice Jones-Drew had 23 carries for 119 yards with three touchdowns Week 3. He also caught four passes for 28 receiving yards. |
The Huddle's Take: That's the kind of outing MoJo's fantasy owners have been looking for. And while David Garrard and Mike Sims-Walker provided a little something last week, it's abundantly clear the Jacksonville offense needs to run through Jones-Drew.
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| Maurice Jones-Drew - RB |
Posted 9/26/09 11:25pm et |
| Jacksonville Jaguars RB Maurice Jones-Drew (knee) practiced in full Friday, Sept. 25. He is listed as probable for Week 3 and is expected to play. |
The Huddle's Take: Jones-Drew once again appears to be ready to go in Week 3. He should be considered as a solid No. 1 running back capable of posting some nice numbers against a Texans defense that has been giving up big plays all season long.
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| Torry Holt - WR |
Posted 9/24/09 11:56pm et |
| The Florida Times-Union, reports Jacksonville Jaguars WR Torry Holt showed signs of frustration with the play calling during the team's Week 2 game. 'I'm a competitor. So there's going to be times where I'm frustrated, and I'll voice that frustration,' Holt said. 'It wasn't at anybody, at any particular person or any particular thing. It was just a matter of wanting to win and expressing that. That's not really that big of a deal. I'm just trying to get us going and get us in the position where we can win.' |
The Huddle's Take: Jacksonville's offense has sputtered early on and should improve when they can get more consistency in both the running game and the passing game. The veteran Holt brings many tools to the offense but will remain ineffective as long as David Garrard struggles for consistency.
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| Maurice Jones-Drew - RB |
Posted 9/24/09 11:56pm et |
| Jacksonville Jaguars RB Maurice Jones-Drew (knee) was limited during practice Thursday, Sept. 24. |
The Huddle's Take: Jones-Drew has struggled early in the year but could have a breakout game and post huge numbers at any time. Fantasy owners should keep considering him a solid No. 1 running back option every week.
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| Troy Williamson - WR |
Posted 9/23/09 3:41pm et |
| CBSSports.com reports the Jacksonville Jaguars have placed WR Troy Williamson (shoulder) on Injured Reserve, ending his 2009 season. |
The Huddle's Take: Not an unexpected move after Williamson was scheduled for season ending surgery this week. This confirms Mike Sims-Walker as a viable fantasy option and likely the most talented receiver in a Jags uniform.
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| Troy Williamson - WR |
Posted 9/21/09 11:41pm et |
| Updating an ongoing story, the National Football Post reports Jacksonville Jaguars WR Troy Williamson (shoulder) will undergo surgery to repair a torn labrum Friday, Sept. 25, according to a league source. Williamson is likely done for the rest of the season. |
The Huddle's Take: He wasn't likely on many rosters, but this just solidifies Mike Sims-Walker as the starter opposite Holt. Walker has a ton of upside this season and should be on a roster and in the starting lineup in most leagues.
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| Maurice Jones-Drew - RB |
Posted 9/11/09 10:36pm et |
| Jacksonville Jaguars RB Maurice Jones-Drew (shin) practiced in full Friday, Sept. 11, and is not listed on the team's injury report. |
The Huddle's Take: There is little doubt that Jones-Drew will be ready to go for Week 1. He has been practicing with the team and is not listed on the injury report so fantasy owners can breathe easier about starting the elite running back once again. He is a solid No. 1 running back that could be poised for big things in Jacksonville this year.
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| Maurice Jones-Drew - RB |
Posted 9/10/09 11:23am et |
| Continuing an ongoing storyline, Michael C. Wright, of The Florida Times-Union, reports Jacksonville Jaguars RB Maurice Jones-Drew took part in practice Wednesday, Sept. 9, which helped ease concerns about his bruised shin. Head coach Jack Del Rio said Jones-Drew's status for Week 1 has never been in question. "I know it's been talked about, and we're glad to have him clearly in the picture," Del Rio said. |
The Huddle's Take: MoJo isn't even listed on the injury report this week, so everyone who spent an early pick on him can once again exhale.
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| Troy Williamson - WR |
Posted 9/10/09 11:23am et |
| Continuing previous reports, Michael C. Wright, of The Florida Times-Union, reports Jacksonville Jaguars WR Troy Williamson is listed as the starting receiver opposite WR Torry Holt for Week 1. He led the league with 267 yards receiving during the preseason. |
The Huddle's Take: Before you get all excited, please keep in mind that this is football, not a foot race. And this is still Troy Williamson, who drops more balls than a blind juggler.
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| Maurice Jones-Drew - RB |
Posted 9/4/09 10:59am et |
| Updating a previous item, Gene Frenette, of The Florida Times-Union, reports Jacksonville Jaguars RB Maurice Jones-Drew will undergo an MRI exam Friday, Sept. 4. When asked if Jones-Drew would practice Wednesday, Sept. 9, head coach Jack Del Rio said, "We'll keep our fingers crossed." Del Rio was later asked if he thought there would be any reason Jones-Drew would not be fully ready for Week 1. "I don't anticipate any at this time, no," replied Del Rio. |
The Huddle's Take: There's no question MoJo's injury is cause for concern, but right now it doesn't appear to be impacting his availability for the Jaguars' opener against the Colts. It should, however, warm up the waiver wire as nervous Jones-Drew owners collect Greg Jones, Rashad Jennings, and Chauncey Washington and wait for the Jags to determine which would get the most carries if MoJo can't go.
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| Maurice Jones-Drew - RB |
Posted 9/4/09 4:01pm et |
| The Florida Times-Union reports Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Jack Del Rio said X-rays done on RB Maurice Jones-Drew (shin) were negative, and he said Jones-Drew will be OK. Del Rio does not know if Jones-Drew will be able to practice Wednesday, Sept. 9. |
The Huddle's Take: The collective sigh of relief you just heard gush across the nation was due to this news. Major crisis averted for many owners, but proof that anyone can go down on any play. The fact is still true though that any MJD owner should have at least one of the backups already on the roster just in case.
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| Tony Pashos - OT |
Posted 9/3/09 10:44am et |
| Michael C. Wright, of the Florida Times-Union, reports Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Jack Del Rio is planning to start OT Eugene Monroe and OT Eben Britton at offensive tackle during the team's preseason finale Thursday, Sept. 3. OL Tony Pashos would be the starter at right guard. Del Rio said the first-team group that plays tonight will likely start Week 1. |
The Huddle's Take: Looks like the rookies—Jacksonville's first two choices in the 2009 draft—have moved into the starting lineup. The Jags' offensive line was beat up last year, and adding two of the better linemen from a solid 2009 class can only help Maurice Jones-Drew and the running game as well as David Garrard and the passing game.
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| Maurice Jones-Drew - RB |
Posted 9/3/09 11:07pm et |
| CBSSports.com reports Jacksonville Jaguars RB Maurice Jones-Drew (leg) suffered a leg contusion during the team's preseason game Thursday, Sept. 3, and he is questionable to return. |
The Huddle's Take: This is certainly not what fantasy owners wanted to hear leading up to the start of the regular season. However, it appears that this is likely just a minor injury and not one that will keep Jones-Drew off the field. Stay tuned over the weekend just in case any other news is released on his playing status.
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| Mike Walker - WR |
Posted 9/1/09 3:05pm et |
| The Florida Times-Union reports Jacksonville Jaguars WR Mike Sims-Walker (ankle) said he feels cursed. Sims-Walker has spent the past three weeks rehabbing a high ankle sprain. 'I got a curse ever since I was drafted. I feel every time I come out and start playing well and try to get my groove back, something bad always comes down on me,' Sims-Walker said of his numerous injury problems. He has returned to the field this week and hopes to play in the team's preseason finale. |
The Huddle's Take: Sims-Walker has lost his starting spot to Troy Wiliamson, who will start opposite of Torry Holt. Since no Jaguar receiver is expected to have any sort of significant Fantasy impact this season, both Williamson and Holt should be considered bye week fodder at best -- for now, at least.
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| David Garrard - QB |
Posted 8/27/09 10:38pm et |
| CBSSports.com reports Jacksonville Jaguars QB David Garrard (neck) suffered a neck burner during the team's preseason game Thursday, Aug. 27, and is probable to return. |
The Huddle's Take: Sounds like nothing too serious with this injury as Garrard is not expected to miss any time and should be considered worthy of starting for fantasy teams this season.
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| Tra Thomas - OT |
Posted 8/26/09 10:25am et |
| Vito Stellino, of The Florida Times-Union, reports Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Jack Del Rio mentioned the "possibility" that OT Tra Thomas could see action at right tackle if he loses the left tackle job to OT Eugene Monroe. Thomas said he has never played there but he could make the switch with time. |
The Huddle's Take: Depth along the offensive line is a nice problem to have—especially in Jacksonville, where they were hit hard by injuries along the front wall last season.
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| David Garrard - QB |
Posted 8/23/09 10:37pm et |
| Jacksonville Jaguars QB David Garrard went 10-for-16 for 216 yards and one touchdown in the team's preseason game Saturday, Aug. 22. |
The Huddle's Take: Garrard could be in line for a big season and the game this weekend might have just been the beginning. With weapons all around him in the Jacksonville offense, he appears to have the best supporting cast he has had in his career. This should equate into solid numbers for his fantasy owners this season.
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| Mike Walker - WR |
Posted 8/10/09 11:05am et |
| Vic Ketchman, of Jaguars.com, reports Jacksonville Jaguars WR Mike Walker left the team's scrimmage Saturday, Aug. 8, with a lower leg injury. Head coach Jack Del Rio said X-rays were negative and the injury is not believed to be serious. |
The Huddle's Take: Injuries have been the big hurdle for Walker, who has just 16 catches in nine games over the past two seasons. Sounds like this isn't serious, but for anyone looking at Walker as a sleeper this season yet another injury is disconcerting.
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| Maurice Jones-Drew - RB |
Posted 8/6/09 2:20pm et |
| ESPN.com reports Jacksonville Jaguars RB Maurice Jones-Drew has been splitting out wide at receiver at times during practice. The Jaguars are using some plays to get the ball in Jones-Drew's hands in space, allowing him to help minimize the hits he takes and keep him fresher longer. 'The total volume (of plays) maybe will go up a little bit for Maurice, but we've already had him very involved,' head coach Jack Del Rio said. 'I think the biggest thing that will happen is that we won't wait until the third series to get him in on first down. We were really bringing him in on third down and then slipping him in later in the game out of deference for Fred (Taylor), and Fred was terrific.' Del Rio went on to say Jones-Drew is now going to start, and the team is going to supplement his carries with other running backs. Del Rio said to look for a slight increase to Jones-Drew's use, while adding: 'Maurice is a playmaker, we need to get the ball in his hands.' |
The Huddle's Take: Jones-Drew already looked like he'd be a Fantasy stud this season. Know that we know the Jaguars will look to get the ball in his hands even more, his stock can only rise. Maybe not to the No. 1 overall pick, but not far below.
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