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[Go PRO](=) | [View Online](=) [Unsubscribe]( | [Sign Up]() [Footballguys.com](=)Daily Email Update • Vol. 22, #144 • Sep. 8th, 2020 --------------------------------------------------------------- Thanks To Our Sponsor, [TeamRankings.com](=) Howdy {NAME}, We. Are. Almost. There. NFL Football kicks off Thursday night and we're here for it. I've also got a killer deal for you if you're serious about High Stakes Fantasy Football. The [FFPC Main Event](=) is our favorite High Stakes Event. They're the same folks who've hosted our Footballguys Player's Championship for years. For a limited time, get $100 off your first entry in the 2020 Online [Main Event contest.](=) All you have to do is enter promo code FBG100 on the checkout page. Draft online and take your shot at a record $500,000 Grand Prize and over $3.9 Million in total prizes. They make it super easy to go in with a buddy to co-own a team. Check out details on the site. It closes soon so sign up now. 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This one is for PPR scoring. E. [Draft List Updated For Non-PPR]() David Dodds takes the Top 300 players and factors them against Average Draft Position (ADP) data to get a list more like we'd draft from. This one is for Non-PPR scoring. [] INSIDE THIS ISSUE 1. [DEN - Von Miller Potentially Serious Injury](#1) 2. [ARI - WR DeAndre Hopkins agrees to big deal](#2) 3. [HOU - No practice for WR Brandin Cooks on Tuesday](#3) 4. [ARI - RB Kenyan Drake ready to roll in Week1](#4) 5. [DET - RB Adrian Peterson could play in Week 1](#5) 6. [KC - TE Travis Kelce practices in full Tuesday](#6) 7. [PIT - RB James Conner the unquestioned bell cow](#7) 8. [TB - RB Leonard Fournette to see a fair amount of work](#8) 9. [GB - AJ Dillon on third team](#9) 10. [JAX - QB Mike Glennon promoted](#10) 11. [MIA - WR DeVante Parker returns](#11) 12. [SEA - WR Penny Hart gets the nod](#12) 13. [NO - RB Alvin Kamara nearing deal](#13) 14. [GB - RB Aaron Jones working on deal](#14) 15. [WAS - RB J.D. McKissic listed as starter](#15) 16. [JAX - James Robinson tops depth chart](#16) 17. [NYJ - WR Breshad Perriman feeling good](#17) 18. [MIA - WR Preston Williams confident in knee](#18) 19. [NYJ - QB Joe Flacco targeting Week 3 return](#19) 20. [PHI - Jalen Reagor could be a go for Week 2](#20) 21. [JAX - RB Devine Ozigbo scoots up depth chart](#21) 22. [CLE - Cleveland signs RB Kareem Hunt to extension](#22) 23. [SEA - Reinstatement for WR Josh Gordon uncertain](#23) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 1. [DEN - Von Miller Potentially Serious Injury](=) Source: Ian Rapoport - NFL.com NFL.com's Ian Rapoport reported, "Broncos pass-rusher Von Miller suffered a lower leg injury in practice today, per me and @MikeGarafolo. The fear is that he's done for the season. But the MRI will tell all." [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] We'll see what the MRI says but this would be awful if it's as serious as feared. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 2. [ARI - WR DeAndre Hopkins agrees to big deal](=) Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport Arizona Cardinals WR DeAndre Hopkins agreed to a two-year extension worth $54.5 million in new money, which will make him the highest-paid non-quarterback ever. He receives $42.75 million at signing. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] There are no-trade and no-franchise tag clauses in place as well. Hopkins had three years left on his deal but the Cardinals wanted to make the move to lock him up even longer and get his price tag with the current market. He's a superstar receiver who can further transform the Cardinals potentially high-powered passing attack. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 3. [HOU - No practice for WR Brandin Cooks on Tuesday](=) Source: The Athletic - Aaron Reiss Houston Texans WR Brandin Cooks (quad) was not spotted at practice Tuesday, Sept. 8. Cooks was limited in practice Monday, Sept. 7. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Cooks is a question mark for Thursday night against the Chiefs. He's a talented receiver and set to be the Texans no.1 receiver this year, but his injury history make him a risky start. He's a deep flex play in Week 1 for Fantasy GMs. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 4. [ARI - RB Kenyan Drake ready to roll in Week1]() Source: AZCardinals.com - Kyle Odegard Arizona Cardinals RB Kenyan Drake (lower body) missed more than a week or practice due to an unspecific lower-body injury which had him in a walking boot, and he said Monday, Sept. 7 that he had an illness which cost him a few more days. However, he is expected to be just fine for the Week 1 opener against the San Francisco 49ers. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Drake is a perfect fit for the Cardinals offense and you saw that immediately last year when he was picked up. Fantasy GMs are looking at Drake as a RB2 with RB1 upside for the 2020 season. He's fine for the starter according to reports and should be considered a starting option even in this tough matchup against the 49ers. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 5. [DET - RB Adrian Peterson could play in Week 1]() Source: ESPN.com - Michael Rothstein Detroit Lions RB Adrian Peterson could see some touches in the Week 1 opener against the Chicago Bears. Head coach Matt Patricia said 'we'll see' when asked about the possibility. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Peterson is a seasoned veteran who can soften up defenses. Kerryon Johnson is the starter for the team and Peterson could give him a breather early in the season. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 6. [KC - TE Travis Kelce practices in full Tuesday]( Source: NFL Network - James Palmer Kansas City Chiefs TE Travis Kelce (knee) was a full participant in practice Tuesday, Sept. 8. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] He's ready to roll. Set it and forget it with Kelce every week he's on the field. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 7. [PIT - RB James Conner the unquestioned bell cow]( Source: ESPN - Brooke Pryor Pittsburgh Steelers RB James Conner was pronounced as the team's 'primary toter' in the backfield by head coach Mike Tomlin on Tuesday, Sept. 8.'There is no question about who our bell cow is. It's James Conner and he's our primary toter,' Tomlin said. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Zero surprise here. Conner is the lead back and the Steelers will use him as a grinder. When they need a change of pace, expect rookie Anthony McFarland to get some work. Benny Snell and Jaylen Samuels could also get some looks here and there. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 8. [TB - RB Leonard Fournette to see a fair amount of work](=) Source: ESPN.com - Jenna Laine Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Leonard Fournette will have 'a solid role' in Week 1 against the New Orleans Saints, according to head coach Bruce Arians.'He's a very bright guy. He picked it up pretty quick today. Obviously he can't do everything, but he'll have a solid role in the plan for the week,' Arians said. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] That sounds about right. Fournette is not yet fully up to speed in what the Buccaneers do on offense but he's been with them long enough to get some limited work as a runner. Ronald Jones is still the starter and the lead back for the Bucs even when Fournette is more well-versed in what they do. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 9. [GB - AJ Dillon on third team]( Source: ProFootballTalk.com - Michael David Smith Green Bay Packers RB AJ Dillon is listed as a co-third-string back on the offense with RB Tyler Ervin. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Dillon is a powerful back who can wear down defenses as the games go on. He was drafted by the Packers this year but is beginning his rookie season behind Aaron Jones and Jamaal Williams. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 10. [JAX - QB Mike Glennon promoted](=) Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport Jacksonville Jaguars QB Mike Glennon was promoted to the active roster Tuesday, Sept. 8. LB Quincy Williams (abdomen) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list. Free-agent CB Sidney Jones (Eagles) was signed to the practice squad. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Glennon gives the team veteran depth behind starter Garnder Minshew. The team also has rookie sixth-round pick QB Jake Luton on the depth chart. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 11. [MIA - WR DeVante Parker returns]() Source: The Miami Herald - Adam H. Beasley Miami Dolphins WR DeVante Parker (undisclosed) returned to practice Tuesday, Sept. 8. He was wearing a compression sleeve on his left hamstring area. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Good news for the veteran wideout here. His injury remains a mystery but head coach Brian Flores has insisted that it's a minor situation. Parker can be a WR3 or deep flex option for Fantasy GMs in Week 1 against the Patriots. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 12. [SEA - WR Penny Hart gets the nod](=) Source: ESPN.com - Brady Henderson Seattle Seahawks WR Penny Hart was promoted from the practice squad to the 53-man roster Tuesday, Sept. 8. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Hart is a lightning quick player we've been monitoring in super deep dynasty formats. He's got speed to go with his elite-level quickness as well and does a good job fighting for the ball even though he's a smaller receiver. He's called up to the active roster but his fantasy value is quite limited as he's buried on the depth chart. We'll continue to watch his progress, but only in those super deep dynasty leagues. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- FOOTBALLGUYS PICKS Crush Your League - The Footballguys Season Long Pro is the Gameplan you need to take home the trophy. [Get it here](=). --------------------------------------------------------------- Looking for even more FF Content? - Matthew Berry's Rotopass bundles Footballguys, Rotowire, Rotoviz apps, and more. [Check it out here](. --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 13. [NO - RB Alvin Kamara nearing deal]() Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter New Orleans Saints RB Alvin Kamara is nearing a contract extension with the club Tuesday, Sept. 8. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Kamara should be one of the highest-paid running backs in the league when this deal is done. Things have seemed contentious over the summer between the two sides but this contract should be done in the near future. Kamara is a RB1 and every-week starter for Fantasy GMs in 2020. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 14. [GB - RB Aaron Jones working on deal](=) Source: NFL Network - Will Selva Green Bay Packers RB Aaron Jones said his agent is working on a contract extension with the team. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] A fifth-round pick for the Packers in the 2017 NFL draft, Jones has become one of the best all-around running backs in the league. He's in the final year of his rookie contract and on the books for around $2.1 million. Jones is focusing on football and we expect the Packers to take care of him with a new deal so he doesn't leave in free agency next year. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 15. [WAS - RB J.D. McKissic listed as starter]() Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter Washington Football Team RB J.D. McKissic is listed as the starter on the team's first depth chart. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] It's an interesting placement here and one that could move around quite a bit this season. McKissic is in a backfield with a lot of inexperience (minus Peyton Barber) with rookie Antonio Gibson and second-year pro Bryce Love. We expect that Washington will use a RBBC featuring McKissic as the pass-catching back. Fantasy GMs have lottery ticket picks in Gibson and Love hoping that one of them pays off. McKissic could be a waiver wire addition in deep leagues if he's the lead back and gets more touches in Week 1. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 16. [JAX - James Robinson tops depth chart](=) Source: Jaguars.com Jacksonville Jaguars RB James Robinson sits in the No. 1 tailback spot on the depth chart on the team's official website. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Fantasy GMs have been scrambling to find out who is going to start for Jacksonville now that Leonard Fournette is playing for the Buccaneers. Ryquell Armstead is on the COVID/Reserve list for the second time this summer and Devine Ozigbo is listed behind Robinson on the first depth chart. Those two will work in tandem for the Jaguars and Chris Thompson will work as the pass-catching back. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 17. [NYJ - WR Breshad Perriman feeling good]( Source: ESPN.com - Rich Cimini New York Jets WR Breshad Perriman (knee) is 'feeling a lot better,' head coach Adam Gase said Monday, Sept. 7. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] That's good news. Perriman was having some knee soreness and missed plenty of time in training camp because of it. The Jets were being wisely cautious with Perriman as he dealt with this latest knee injury. Perriman finally stayed healthy and had a breakout year with the Buccaneers last year. If healthy, Perriman will be a deep threat for the Jets as a no.2 receiver. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 18. [MIA - WR Preston Williams confident in knee]() Source: ESPN.com - Cameron Wolfe Miami Dolphins WR Preston Williams (knee) told reporters Tuesday, Sept. 8, that he feels like his knee is close to 100 percent after suffering a tear in his anterior cruciate ligament 10 months ago, but he knows he's not completely healthy yet. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Williams looked good for half the season as a rookie in 2019 and then he suffered this knee injury and was done. Now, he's back and not even 12 months removed from the injury. Williams has a playmakers skill set and can flip the field with his speed and ball-tracking ability. He also told reporters he isn't sure if he will be on a snap count to begin the season. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 19. [NYJ - QB Joe Flacco targeting Week 3 return]( Source: ESPN New York Jets QB Joe Flacco (neck) is targeting a return in Week 3, a source said Monday, Sept. 7. QB David Fales or Mike White are expected to serve as the backup to QB Sam Darnold until Flacco is ready. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Flacco did not need to go on the PUP list to begin the season. Instead, he'll be out a couple of weeks and work his way back near Week 3. He's coming back from neck surgery and is only veteran insurance behind Sam Darnold. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 20. [PHI - Jalen Reagor could be a go for Week 2]( Source: NBC Sports Philadelphia - John Clark Philadelphia Eagles WR Jalen Reagor (shoulder) is doing 'very well' in his rehab, and the team is growing more confident he will be ready to play in Week 2 against the Los Angeles Rams, according to John Clark of NBC Sports Philadelphia. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] The Eagles have a banged up WR corps. Getting Reagor on the field will help. The 2020 first-round pick has quickness and speed to his game, and he will toy with defenders in the open field. Reagor has great run-after-the-catch ability and should develop into a favorite target for QB Carson Wentz. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 21. [JAX - RB Devine Ozigbo scoots up depth chart](=) Source: Jaguars.com Jacksonville Jaguars RB Devine Ozigbo is listed as the second-string running back on the depth chart on the team's official website. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Ozigbo has good intent as a runner but he did not impress more than James Robinson. The Jaguars listed Robinson as the no.1 back on their initial depth chart. Those two will work in tandem with veteran Chris Thompson as their pass-catching back. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 22. [CLE - Cleveland signs RB Kareem Hunt to extension]() Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot Cleveland Browns RB Kareem Hunt agreed to terms on a two-year contract extension worth $13.25 million - including $8.5 million guaranteed - to remain with the team through the end of the 2022 season on Tuesday, Sept. 8. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Hunt was in the final year of his deal but the Browns love what they've seen and want to keep him around. He'll work as a pass-catching option behind starter Nick Chubb. Hunt can be a top running back in the league (and for fantasy football) if he were to get a larger workload. With is current role, Hunt has RB3/flex value for Fantasy GMs in PPR leagues. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 23. [SEA - Reinstatement for WR Josh Gordon uncertain]() Source: The Tacoma News Tribune - Gregg Bell Seattle Seahawks WR Josh Gordon was recently re-signed, but he continues to serve an indefinite suspension for violating the league's substance abuse policy. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Head coach Pete Carroll said Monday, Sept. 7 that he 'can't comment' on when Gordon will be reinstated by the NFL. Gordon has been suspended more times than we can count but things seemed positive about him being reinstated again. We'll see if the league makes a decision around the start of the regular season. [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! You're subscribed as {EMAIL} To unsubscribe, click [here](. * Footballguys.com * PO Box 937 * Cabot, AR 72023-0937 * News Items Powered By: =