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[CIN - RB Joe Mixon takes part in practice](#2) 3. [CIN - RB Joe Mixon still the lead back when he returns](#3) 4. [BAL - QB Lamar Jackson sits again Thursday](#4) 5. [SF - QB Jimmy Garoppolo a long shot to return](#5) 6. [ARI - TE Zach Ertz suffered damage to ACL, MCL](#6) 7. [TEN - Treylon Burks to sit again](#7) 8. [CLE - TE David Njoku limited again](#8) 9. [TEN - Day off for RB Derrick Henry](#9) 10. [ARI - WR Rondale Moore not on field](#10) 11. [CAR - D'Onta Foreman upgraded Thursday](#11) 12. [HOU - WR Brandin Cooks absent Thursday](#12) 13. [NYJ - WR Corey Davis practicing Thursday](#13) 14. [TB - TE Cameron Brate practicing Thursday](#14) 15. [DET - RB Craig Reynolds cleared to practice](#15) 16. [HOU - WR Nico Collins not practicing Thursday](#16) 17. [KC - WR Kadarius Toney practices again Thursday](#17) 18. [LAC - WR Mike Williams practices again Thursday](#18) 19. [NE - RB Damien Harris a no-go to begin practice week](#19) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 1. [ATL - Desmond Ridder named starter](=) Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport Atlanta Falcons QB Desmond Ridder has been named starting quarterback Thursday, Dec. 8. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] This move has been in the works for some time. The Falcons gave veteran QB Marcus Mariota plenty of time to prove himself as the starter, and the team stalled because of it. Ridder has plenty of moxie to his game, and he's an athletic quarterback who can attack a defense with his legs and his arm. However, the rookie quarterback tends to feel the pressure even when it's not there. We'll see if Ridder can play with a calm mind and play up to his potential - or at least flash that potential - now that he's the starter. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 2. [CIN - RB Joe Mixon takes part in practice](=) Source: Bengals.com Cincinnati Bengals RB [Joe Mixon](=) (concussion) fully participated in practice Thursday, Dec. 8. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] A very good sign for Mixon. Let's see if he's able to work Friday. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 3. [CIN - RB Joe Mixon still the lead back when he returns]() Source: Bengals.com - Geoff Hobson Cincinnati Bengals RB [Joe Mixon](=) (concussion) will lead the backfield when he returns from injury, head coach Zac Taylor said Wednesday, Dec. 7. '[Joe Mixon](=) is our starting running back,' Taylor said. 'In the last (full) game he played in, he had five touchdowns, tremendous effort.' [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] The Bengals have played good football with RB Samaje Perine starting in the place of an injured Mixon. When Mixon is cleared from the concussion protocol, he's back in the starting lineup and Perine becomes a valuable backup. When this happens, from a fantasy perspective, Mixon is an RB1 for Fantasy GMs and Perine is an RB3/flex option. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 4. [BAL - QB Lamar Jackson sits again Thursday](=) Source: ESPN.com - Jamison Hensley Baltimore Ravens QB [Lamar Jackson](=) (knee) did not practice for a second straight day on Thursday, Dec. 8. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Jackson is unlikely to play against the Steelers in Week 14. After Sunday, we'll see what his status is for the next week. That means Tyler Huntley is going to be in as the starter for the Ravens. Huntley has QB1 upside because of his rushing ability. However, we prefer him as a streaming option or QB2 in his first start this season. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 5. [SF - QB Jimmy Garoppolo a long shot to return](=) Source: NFL.com - Bridget Condon San Francisco 49ers QB [Jimmy Garoppolo](=) (foot) has a 'way outside chance' of returning to the team in the playoffs, according to head coach Kyle Shanahan, who added the team is not 'optimistic' about that scenario. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] While Garoppolo is out, the 49ers turn to rookie QB Brock Purdy. If he struggles, they can always turn to veteran journeyman QB Josh Johnson. If the 49ers make a deep postseason run, there's a chance Garoppolo could be available. ESPN's Adam Schefter reports that Garoppolo could have a chance to return in "7-8 weeks." [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 6. [ARI - TE Zach Ertz suffered damage to ACL, MCL]() Source: AZCardinals.com - Darren Urban Arizona Cardinals TE [Zach Ertz](=) (knee) told Darren Urban of the team's website Thursday, Dec. 8, that he hopes to be ready for the start of the 2023 season despite undergoing surgery to repair his anterior cruciate ligament and medial collateral ligament recently. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] That's a major injury for a veteran like Ertz. He's hoping to be ready for the start of the 2023 season, but there's a long way to go before anyone can determine if that's possible. We'll continue to see the development of rookie TE Trey McBride over the course of the 2022 season and into next offseason. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 7. [TEN - Treylon Burks to sit again]( Source: TennesseeTitans.com Tennessee Titans WR [Treylon Burks](=) (concussion) did not participate in practice Thursday, Dec. 8. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] It's looking less likely that Burks is available this week. We should know more Friday. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 8. [CLE - TE David Njoku limited again]() Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot Cleveland Browns TE [David Njoku](=) (knee) was limited once again in practice on Thursday, Dec. 8. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Fantasy GMs have been through a brutal year at the tight end position. Let's see what Njoku can do on Friday before trusting him in the lineup. QB Deshaun Watson didn't look great last week, so you might have better options than a banged up Njoku if he plays. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 9. [TEN - Day off for RB Derrick Henry]( Source: TennesseeTitans.com - Jim Wyatt Tennessee Titans RB [Derrick Henry](=) (non-injury) did not participate in practice Thursday, Dec. 8. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Henry needs all the rest he can get at this point in the season. If the Titans want to make a deep postseason run, it's going to take a large workload from Henry. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 10. [ARI - WR Rondale Moore not on field]() Source: AZCardinals.com - Darren Urban Arizona Cardinals WR [Rondale Moore](=) (groin) did not participate in practice Thursday, Dec. 8. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] If Moore can't play in Week 14, the Cardinals can turn to Greg Dortch. He was able to fully practice on Thursday with a thumb injury. 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And if you're reading this, it's a safe bet to assume you're dominating your league. Now you can look the part too. [Shop Now]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 11. [CAR - D'Onta Foreman upgraded Thursday]() Source: Panthers.com Carolina Panthers RB D'Onta Foreman (foot) was upgraded to a limited practice Thursday, Dec. 8. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Foreman said he was going to be good to go coming out of the team's bye - then he didn't practice on Wednesday. All things are trending in the right direction as Foreman was out there for the Panthers, in a limited fashion, on Thursday. We've got him as an RB2 on the road against the Seahawks in Week 14. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 12. [HOU - WR Brandin Cooks absent Thursday]( Source: Houston Chronicle - Jonathan Alexander Houston Texans WR [Brandin Cooks](=) (calf) missed practice Thursday, Dec. 8. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] That's back-to-back DNPs for Cooks. He's on the wrong side of questionable with only Friday's practice remaining as the Texans prepare for their game against the Cowboys. With Nico Collins (foot) also missing practice, Chris Moore and Phillip Dorsett could be in line to do more in Week 14. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 13. [NYJ - WR Corey Davis practicing Thursday]() Source: New York Daily News - Antwan Staley New York Jets WR [Corey Davis](=) (illness) returned to practice Thursday, Dec. 8. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Good news for the Jets here. Davis has become fantasy relevant with QB Mike White under center in recent weeks. We see Garrett Wilson as a WR1 for Fantasy GMs, with Davis ranking in the WR35-45 range. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 14. [TB - TE Cameron Brate practicing Thursday]() Source: Tampa Bay Times - Rick Stroud Tampa Bay Buccaneers TE [Cameron Brate](=) (illness) practiced Thursday, Dec. 8. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Brate did not practice on Wednesday, and that fired up some Fantasy GMs in deeper leagues as they looked to rookie TE Cade Otton. In Week 13 against the Saints, Otton caught six of ten targets for 28 yards and the game-winning touchdown. If Brate is able to play against the 49ers on Sunday, it will slightly cut into the snaps/targets for Otton. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 15. [DET - RB Craig Reynolds cleared to practice]( Source: DetroitLions.com - Tim Twentyman Detroit Lions RB [Craig Reynolds](=) (ribs) was designated for return from the Reserve/Injured list Thursday, Dec. 8. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] The Lions now have a 21-day window to officially bring Reynolds back to the active roster. Upon his return, Reynolds will push Justin Jackson for the Lions' no.3 RB spot behind D'Andre Swift and Jamaal Williams. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 16. [HOU - WR Nico Collins not practicing Thursday]( Source: Houston Chronicle - Jonathan Alexander Houston Texans WR [Nico Collins](=) (foot) did not practice Thursday, Dec. 8. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] Like WR Brandin Cooks, Collins has missed both days of practice so far this week. We'll see if he can do anything on Friday, but it's looking like Collins may miss the game against the Cowboys on Sunday. Chris Moore and Phillip Dorsett might be the top two wide receivers for the Texans in Week 14. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 17. [KC - WR Kadarius Toney practices again Thursday](=) Source: Kansas City Star - Herbie Teope Kansas City Chiefs WR [Kadarius Toney](=) (hamstring) was spotted at practice again Thursday, Dec. 8. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] It's news when Toney practices, and here we are with back-to-back sessions for the talented but oft-injured receiver. Toney could be available for the Chiefs this week as they travel to face the Broncos in Week 14. He's worth considering as a 'what the heck' flex anytime he plays. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 18. [LAC - WR Mike Williams practices again Thursday]( Source: The Athletic - Daniel Popper Los Angeles Chargers WR [Mike Williams](=) (ankle) took part in individual drills Thursday, Dec. 8. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] It actually looks like Williams could be out there again in Week 14. He hasn't played since Week 11, and even though he's talented it will be tough to trust Williams his first week back. If he plays against the Dolphins keep an eye on him (but perhaps don't start him as anything more than a 'what the heck' flex) to see if Williams can make it through the entire game. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- [] 19. [NE - RB Damien Harris a no-go to begin practice week]() Source: The Athletic - Chad Graff New England Patriots RB [Damien Harris](=) (thigh) was not spotted at practice Thursday, Dec. 8. [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] It could be a big week for RB Rhamdondre Stevenson. Harris missed last week's game, and he's not looking too good for Week 14. The Patriots play the Cardinals on Monday night, so his Saturday status is the one to monitor. [Back to Top](#top) --------------------------------------------------------------- That'll do it for today, Folks. 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