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Ian Allan: Thursday night recap

The value of acquiring players in trades was on display Thursday night. The 49ers are a better team with Emmanuel Sanders; without him, maybe they don’t win this game. The Cardinals, meanwhile, got 162 yards out of Kenyan Drake; without him, they wouldn’t have been competitive.  more »

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Podcast: October 24 episode of the Fantasy Index Podcast available now

Ian Allan and Justin Eleff review Week 7 of the NFL regular season and preview Washington's Thursday night visit to Minnesota. Sponsored by DraftKings.  more »

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Oct
23

49ers trade for WR Sanders

The San Francisco 49ers acquired wide receiver EMMANUEL SANDERS in a trade with the Denver Broncos on Tuesday. 49ers GM John Lynch said that Sanders was familiar with the offense, whichMore he felt would allow for a quick transition. Sanders will be expected to help improve a 49ers passing offense that ranks just 25th in the league through six games. Less

Source: Team Website

Oct
17

Sanders likely to play on Thursday Night Football

Denver wide receiver EMMANUEL SANDERS is recovering from a knee injury and expected to play on Thursday night against Kansas City. Sanders did not return after halftime of last Sunday’s game, but he is reportedly healthy enough to participate on TNF.

Source: Team Website

Podcast: August 21 episode of the Fantasy Index Podcast available now

Ian Allan and Justin Eleff discuss preseason risers, fallers and headaches. Sponsored by The Draft Kit (DraftKit.com).  more »

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Aug
21

Broncos WR Sanders felt “amazing” in return

Denver wide receiver EMMANUEL SANDERS returned from a torn Achilles suffered last season, making his preseason debut in Monday night’s game against the San Francisco 49ers. Sanders was targeted on theMore first play of the game and the Broncos were not shy about looking in his direction. Sanders said afterward that he felt “amazing’ in his return to action. Less

Source: NBC Sports

Around the NFL: Sanders looks solid

Emmanuel Sanders was the big winner of the Monday night game. He looks healthy, and he looks like he’ll be the featured receiver in Denver’s offense.  more »

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Aug
13

Broncos WR Sanders had ankle surgery during offseason, expected to play in preseason

Denver wide receiver EMMANUEL SANDERS reportedly had to deal with offseason ankle surgery in addition to his recovery from last season’s Achilles injury. The veteran wideout took a big step onMore Monday by participating in full team drills. Sanders is now expected to play on Monday night when the Broncos play the San Francisco 49ers in their third preseason contest. Less

Source: NFL.com

Jul
18

Broncos WR Sanders, TE Butt avoid PUP list

The Denver Broncos opened training camp with some good news. Wide receiver EMMANUEL SANDERS and tight end JAKE BUTT are both available for camp, avoiding the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP)More designation. Both players are expected to be eased into action during camp, with Sanders recovering from an Achilles injury and Butt recovering from a torn ACL. Less

Source: Team Blog

Around the NFL: Emmanuel Sanders

Emmanuel Sanders is coming off a torn Achilles, but he’ll likely be ready for opening day. He’ll be doing some work when the Broncos begin training camp on Thursday.   more »

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Jul
2

Broncos WR Sanders hoping to return for season opener

Denver wide receiver EMMANUEL SANDERS says that it’s “realistic” for him to return from his Achilles injury in time for the season opener against the Oakland Raiders. Unfortunately for Sanders andMore his fantasy owners, he added that he couldn’t be certain about his return. Sanders added that he’s “tired of sitting on the sideline”, but he assured the media that he won’t be “hard-headed” as he tries to return from the injury. Less

Source: Team Website

Around the NFL: Broncos receivers

In a lot of early drafts I've seen Emmanuel Sanders selected way earlier than I'd consider him. He's 32 years old and coming back from a torn Achilles, and that's an injury where a full recovery can't be assumed. Seems like Courtland Sutton should be viewed a lot more favorably.   more »

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May
9

Denver WR Sanders running at full speed

Denver wide receiver EMMANUEL SANDERS continues to recover from a torn Achilles suffered in December. Sanders most recently was able to run at full speed, reaching an impressive 19.2 miles perMore hour in the process. Sanders’ recovery certainly seems to be on track, although the team still has no official timetable for his eventual return. Less

Source: NFL.com

May
6

Sanders hits milestone in ACL recovery

Denver wide receiver EMMANUEL SANDERS declared last month that he was way ahead of schedule in his recovery from a torn Achilles. Last week, Sanders showed his progress when he ranMore in cleats on a football field for the first time since getting hurt in December. As long as Sanders continues to heal, he is expected to have a major role on offense heading into the 2019 season. Less

Source: NBC Sports

Fantasy News: Emmanuel Sanders

Emmanuel Sanders is a good, proven receiver. He’s got speed and route-running ability, he’s a proven commodity. At 32, there’s still some gas left in the tank. But can the Broncos effectively tap into that talent?  more »

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