Footballguys #100 - 7/30 - How To Maximize Twitter For Fantasy Football, Dalvin Cook Ahead Of Schedule, News and Notes and MORE

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[How to Dominate Your Draft: 2-2-1 Running Back Strategy](=) Our Ari Ingel with a new running back strategy to help you win your league for those that like to handcuff. F. [How to Attack Your Large-League PPR Draft](=) Our Jeff Tefertiller with strategy for attacking your large PPR League Draft. G. [Eyes of the Guru IDP Info, Part 8: AFC South](=) Our John Norton with an overview of defenses in the AFC South with an emphasis on individual defensive players and their fantasy value. [] INSIDE THIS ISSUE 1. [MIN - RB Dalvin Cook feels ahead of schedule](#1) 2. [IND - QB Andrew Luck delivers in pads](#2) 3. [MIA - WR DeVante Parker off to slow start](#3) 4. [GB - RB Aaron Jones expects to return this week](#4) 5. [CIN - TE Tyler Eifert passes physical](#5) 6. [GB - QB Aaron Rodgers struggling with INTs](#6) 7. [NYJ - Sam Darnold agrees to deal](#7) 8. [NYG - TE Evan Engram seen as three-down TE](#8) 9. [CLE - WR Dez Bryant not scheduled to meet with CLE](#9) 10. [LAC - Three TEs working with starters](#10) 11. [DEN - CB Tramaine Brock has hamstring injury](#11) 12. [OAK - CB Gareon Conley out two weeks](#12) 13. [DEN - ILB Brandon Marshall's injury not serious](#13) 14. [ARI - DE Markus Golden unsure about return](#14) 15. [DET - RB LeGarrette Blount back on field](#15) 16. [MIA - Teammate impressed with DE Charles Harris](#16) 17. [TEN - WR Rishard Matthews to PUP](#17) 18. [LAC - Bolts in on CB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie](#18) 19. [SEA - SEA in on CB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie](#19) 20. [CAR - WR Curtis Samuel working hard](#20) 21. [CLE - TE David Njoku struggles with drops](#21) 22. [SEA - Specific role for RB C.J. Prosise](#22) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 1. [MIN - RB Dalvin Cook feels ahead of schedule]( Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune - Andrew Krammer Minnesota Vikings RB [Dalvin Cook]( (knee) said he feels ahead of schedule in his return from a torn anterior cruciate ligament. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] From all outward signs, Cook is safe to draft at ADP despite tearing his ACL last year. We'll feel 100% beyond the injury once we see him in preseason action. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 2. [IND - QB Andrew Luck delivers in pads]( Source: 1070 The Fan - Kevin Bowen Indianapolis Colts QB [Andrew Luck]( (shoulder) took part in his first padded practice since 2016, completing 12 of his 14 pass attempts in 11-on-11 drills during training camp Sunday, July 29. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] We can dispose of the worst case scenarios that had Luck's Week 1 status up in the air as long as he doesn't have a setback. We're still hoping for Luck to at least play in the third preseason game to see him in live action, but things have gone well enough to justify the risk at ADP that goes along with the considerable possible reward in Luck's outlook. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 3. [MIA - WR DeVante Parker off to slow start](=) Source: The Miami Herald - Adam H. Beasley Miami Dolphins WR [DeVante Parker]( has not been able to do much in training camp so far while being shadowed by CB Xavien Howard. Parker's ineffectiveness has been mostly noticeable in team drills, according to The Miami Herald's Adam Beasley. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Every year Parker is touted as a potential breakout player then he ends up disappointing in some form or fashion. The Dolphins are looking for Parker (or someone) to emerge as their no1 WR since trading away Jarvis Landry to the Browns. Parker is a player we're fine letting other Fantasy GMs draft. He's got a current ADP of WR38 (8.09) in 12-team PPR leagues. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 4. [GB - RB Aaron Jones expects to return this week]() Source: The Athletic - Michael Cohen Green Bay Packers RB [Aaron Jones]( (hamstring) said his injured hamstring is feeling good and expects to return to the practice field by Thursday, Aug. 2. He said he could play if the team had a game today. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Jones is in a battle to be the starting back for the Packers. Some around the team (beat writers, bloggers) feel that Jones could be the lead back. He arguably has the most well-rounded skill set of the group competing for the top spot. Jones is competing with power back Jamaal Williams and converted receiver Ty Montgomery for the starting job. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 5. [CIN - TE Tyler Eifert passes physical](=) Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport Cincinnati Bengals TE [Tyler Eifert]( (back) passed his physical Monday, July 30, and has been activated from the Active/Physically Unable to Perform list. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Well that didn't take long. Eifert was on the PUP list at the start of training camp but here we are less than a week later and he's now good to go. Eifert is a TD hog when healthy, but he hasn't been a fantasy force since 2015. The talent is there, so if healthy Eifert could easily outperform his ADP of TE14 (13.06) in 12-team PPR leagues. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 6. [GB - QB Aaron Rodgers struggling with INTs]() Source: The Athletic - Michael Cohen Green Bay Packers QB [Aaron Rodgers]( threw three interceptions during practice Monday, July 30, and has thrown seven interceptions since training camp began. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Rodgers is taking some chances with the football (obviously) during this early portion of camp. It's worth monitoring but we're not in panic mode about this. Rodgers is getting used to some new receivers for the 2018 season and you've got to break a few eggs to make an omelet. He hasn't thrown double-digit picks since 2010. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 7. [NYJ - Sam Darnold agrees to deal](=) Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport New York Jets first-round draft choice QB Sam Darnold agreed to terms on a four-year deal with the Jets Monday, July 30, worth $30.25 million, according to a source. The deal includes a fifth-year option. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] This somewhat pointless holdout is over. Darnold didn't miss significant time and should be given a chance to win the starting job this summer, although the team should err on the side of taking it slow with him. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 8. [NYG - TE Evan Engram seen as three-down TE]() Source: New York Post - Paul Schwartz New York Giants TE [Evan Engram]( should be considered a three-down tight end, according to head coach Pat Shurmur. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Engram has been working as an outside receiver at times, and it appears that he'll get enough targets to maintain his production level from last year even with the return of Odell Beckham. He's a consideration as high as TE4 and could finish higher. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 9. [CLE - WR Dez Bryant not scheduled to meet with CLE]() Source: NFL Network - Mike Garafolo Free-agent WR [Dez Bryant]( (Cowboys) is still talking with the Cleveland Browns, but the two sides have not scheduled a meeting at this point. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] This could be a good sign for Josh Gordon, but at first glance, the main takeaway here is that Bryant isn't exactly making teams anxious to sign him. Bryant is arguably not worth a pick in shallow redraft leagues right now. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 10. [LAC - Three TEs working with starters]() Source: ESPN.com - Eric D. Williams Los Angeles Chargers TEs [Virgil Green](, Sean Culkin and Braedon Bowman have all received snaps with the first-team offense during training camp. The team has also been running a lot of three-receiver sets during practice. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] The Chargers will likely employ a committee at tight end with no clear fantasy play if they don't sign Antonio Gates. If they do, Gates will have some late round appeal. Either way, more three-wide sets is in store for this offense, which is good news for the value of Tyrell Williams and Mike Williams, and it gives Travis Benjamin a potential path to value, especially in best ball leagues. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 11. [DEN - CB Tramaine Brock has hamstring injury](=) Source: 9News.com - Mike Klis Denver Broncos CB Tramaine Brock (hamstring) is dealing with a hamstring ailment. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Brock is competing to be the no2 or no3 corner for the Broncos in 2018. After trading Aqib Talib to the Rams this offseason, the Broncos need to find an impact player to start opposite Chris Harris Jr. Bradley Roby should be that guy but Brock is in the mix. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 12. [OAK - CB Gareon Conley out two weeks](=) Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport Oakland Raiders CB Gareon Conley's (hip) strained hip is expected to keep him sidelined for a couple of weeks, according to sources. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Bad news for a young player wanting to make an impression on the new Raiders staff. Conley has impressed in training camp so far when he's been on the field. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 13. [DEN - ILB Brandon Marshall's injury not serious]() Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter Updating a previous report, Denver Broncos LB Brandon M. Marshall (wrist) is OK after sustaining a wrist injury in practice Monday, July 30, according to head coach Vance Joseph. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] The Broncos are just being cautious with their starting linebacker. Marshall could be back on the field soon as the Broncos go to fully padded practices on Tuesday and Wednesday. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 14. [ARI - DE Markus Golden unsure about return]() Source: AZCardinals.com - Darren Urban Arizona Cardinals DE Markus Golden (knee) said he has not suffered any setbacks in his recovery but is not willing to place a timetable on his return. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] A second-round pick out of Missouri in 2015, Golden was cleared to run in April as he continues to recover. The Cardinals are moving to a 4-3 scheme under new head coach Steve Wilks so Golden will switch from OLB to DE and play opposite Chandler Jones in 2018. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 15. [DET - RB LeGarrette Blount back on field]( Source: The Detroit News - Justin Rogers Detroit Lions RB [LeGarrette Blount]( (undisclosed) participated in practice Monday, July 30, after leaving practice early Sunday, July 29, because of an undisclosed injury. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] His situation and value are unchanged after the injury scare. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 16. [MIA - Teammate impressed with DE Charles Harris]() Source: The Miami Herald - Adam H. Beasley Miami Dolphins DE Charles Harris has had one of the most impressive offseasons among everyone on the team, according to DE Cameron Wake. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] The Dolphins have one of the strongest edge rush groups in the league with Wake, trade acquisition Robert Quinn, 2017 first-round pick Harris, William Hayes, and Andre Branch. Harris is on the rise, but getting enough snaps to be consistently relevant in fantasy leagues could be tough unless the Dolphins make a trade. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 17. [TEN - WR Rishard Matthews to PUP]() Source: TitansOnline.com - Jim Wyatt Tennessee Titans WR [Rishard Matthews]( (undisclosed) was placed on the Physically Unable to Perform list Monday, July 30, and will not practice. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] It was originally thought Matthews injury wasn't serious enough to send him to the PUP, but now that has changed. The injury was an issue for at least two months before camp opened, so this is starting to cast a shadow on Matthews' value and make Corey Davis, Delanie Walker and Taywan Taylor a lot more interesting in drafts. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 18. [LAC - Bolts in on CB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie](=) Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport Free-agent CB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (Giants) is being pursued by the San Diego Chargers. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] The Chargers are obviously looking to help their secondary after losing Jason Verrett again, but Trevor Williams and Desmond King played well enough last year to make the need not urgent for the team. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 19. [SEA - SEA in on CB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie](=) Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport Free-agent CB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (Giants) is being pursued by the Seattle Seahawks. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] The Seahawks have a lot of inexperience in the secondary and Rodgers-Cromartie has the length they value at cornerback. He would make about as much impact there as he would anywhere in the league. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 20. [CAR - WR Curtis Samuel working hard]() Source: NFL Network - Tiffany Blackmon Carolina Panthers WR [Curtis Samuel]( (ankle) has been working out hard to see how he handles it, according to head coach Ron Rivera. 'So far, so good,' Rivera said. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Samuel could be a PUP or injured reserve candidate if his ankle is slow to respond. The addition of DJ Moore and Torrey Smith and presence of Damiere Byrd gives the team players to replace all of the elements that Samuel could add to the offense in his second year. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 21. [CLE - TE David Njoku struggles with drops]() Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot Cleveland Browns TE [David Njoku]( had four drops during drills at training camp Sunday, July 29. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Njoku is one of the most impressive tight ends in the league physically, but his skillset needs refinement. He could still be relevant this year with some bumps in the road if Josh Gordon doesn't play a big role. We'll be monitoring his training camp and preseason to see if the arrow is pointing up by December. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 22. [SEA - Specific role for RB C.J. Prosise]() Source: The Seattle Times - Bob Condotta Seattle Seahawks RB [C.J. Prosise]( worked with the first-team offense during the two-minute drill during training camp Sunday, July 29, and Bob Condotta of the Seattle Times believes Prosise will likely have the same role when the season begins. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] The starting job for the Seahawks is up for grabs, and if Prosise stays healthy he's their best passing down back. This could affect the value of Chris Carson and Rashaad Penny if Prosise finally stays on the field for an extended time. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- That'll do it for today, Folks. Thanks for reading and thanks for being part of Footballguys. We'll see you tomorrow with the Update. Peace, J --- Thank you for subscribing to our Footballguys Daily Update Email! Get your 3 Free Downloads [here](=). 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