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Around the NFL: Leonard Fournette
Working on the Experts Poll text, Leonard Fournette looks like he'll be a key player in fantasy drafts. There seems to be a lot of variance in opinions on how he'll fare in 2019. Half of the 20 experts rank him in the 12-15 range. Half of the remaining experts rank him 20th, or out of the rankings completely. more »
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Jaguars sign RB Blue
The Jacksonville Jaguars added veteran running back ALFRED BLUE to the team, signing the unrestricted free agent to a contract last week. Blue will join a backfield that includes fellow running backs LEONARD FOURNETTE, THOMAS RAWLS, DAVID WILLIAMS, and DMITRI FLOWERS. Blue had spent the previous five seasons in Houston.
Source: Team Website
Around the NFL: Backup running backs
A couple of teams signed backup running backs yesterday. The Jaguars added former division opponent backup Alfred Blue away from Houston, and the Lions signed C.J. Anderson. Both are ticketed for similar roles with their new teams, probably little-used No. 2 running backs. But results may vary. more »
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Fantasy News: Short-yardage rushing
At the halfway point of the season, the league’s most effective short-yardage runner is … Joe Flacco? Well, that’s what the numbers say. more »
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Texans RB Foreman on schedule in injury rehab
Houston running back D’ONTA FOREMAN is reportedly doing well in his recovery from a ruptured Achilles tendon suffered last November. Foreman is expected to make a full recovery for his second… More NFL season after the Texans selected him in the third-round of last year’s draft. The Texans have starter LAMAR MILLER under contract while ALFRED BLUE is a pending unrestricted free agent. Less
Source: Houston Chronicle
Texans add RB Ellington
The Houston Texans have claimed former Arizona running back ANDRE ELLINGTON off waivers a day after the Cardinals released the veteran runner. The move comes just days after the Texans lost… More D’ONTA FOREMAN for the season with a torn Achilles. Ellington should be in the mix with ALFRED BLUE and JORDAN TODMAN behind starter LAMAR MILLER. Less
Source: NBC Sports
Texans’ backfield dealing with injuries
The Houston Texans have considerable backfield depth but much of that depth is currently dealing with injuries. While LAMAR MILLER is healthy and the unquestioned starter, backups ALFRED BLUE (ankle) and… More rookie D’ONTA FOREMAN (leg/groin) are working their way back from injury. Reserve back AKEEM HUNT, the Texans’ fastest back, is recovering from a hamstring injury of his own. Less
Source: Houston Chronicle
Texans backup running back job up for grabs
If you are looking for a late round handcuff for Houston starter LAMAR MILLER, you may have to watch the backup competition closely during training camp and into the preseason. Rookie… More third-round pick D’ONTA FOREMAN is expected to challenge last year’s backup, ALFRED BLUE, for the job. The Texans actually have a deep and diverse group of running backs, but the job is expected to go to either Blue or Foreman. Less
Source: ESPN.com
Texans stars out on Sunday
Houston Texans running back LAMAR MILLER and defensive end JADEVEON CLOWNEY have both been ruled out for Sunday’s season finale against the Tennessee Titans. Miller missed last weekend’s game with an… More ankle injury that is still not healed. He will be replaced in the lineup again by ALFRED BLUE. On the defensive side, Clowney didn’t practice all week and is dealing with wrist and elbow injuries. Less
Source: Houston Chronicle
Around the NFL: Late injuries
A.J. Green reportedly won’t play today. He says he’s healthy enough to play and wants to play, but with the Bengals being out of playoff contention, the conservative move is to shut him down for the rest of the season, not risking any setbacks with the hamstring he injured a month ago. more »
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Lamar Miller questionable vs. Bengals
Houston starting running back LAMAR MILLER did not practice this week and he is officially listed as questionable for tonight’s game against the Cincinnati Bengals. Miller is dealing with an ankle… More injury but has said that he plans to play against the Bengals. With the game being later tonight, Miller represents a fantasy risk for his owners. If he can’t play, backup ALFRED BLUE would take his place. Less
Source: Houston Chronicle
Miller day-to-day, expects to play Saturday
Houston Texans starting running back LAMAR MILLER missed practice on Wednesday as he continues to deal with an ankle injury suffered last weekend. Head coach Bill O’Brien said that Miller is… More day-to-day with the injury but Miller said he expects to play on Saturday night against the Cincinnati Bengals. If Miller can’t go, ALFRED BLUE would start in his place. Less
Source: Houston Chronicle
NFL Injury Report: Monday night injuries
The Texans and Raiders have announced their injuries for the Monday night game, and they’re as expected. No surprises on either side. more »
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