Message-ID: <26798917.1075854672245.JavaMail.evans@thyme> Date: Wed, 22 Nov 2000 02:43:00 -0800 (PST) From: noreply@ccomad3.uu.commissioner.com Subject: Commissioner.COM E-Reports for Big E 11/22/00 Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ANSI_X3.4-1968 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-From: "Commissioner.COM" <noreply@ccomad3.uu.commissioner.com> X-To: undisclosed-recipients:, X-cc: X-bcc: X-Folder: \Eric_Bass_Dec2000\Notes Folders\Notes inbox X-Origin: Bass-E X-FileName: ebass.nsf [IMAGE] Fantasy Basketball is here...and it's FREE! Join a league or create your own. It's a slam dunk! http://fantasybasketball.commissioner.com Run your Fantasy Basketball league for FREE with our fully-customizable league management service! http://basketball.commissioner.com The tab for SportsLine's FREE Fantasy Football is being picked up by Miller Lite, our favorite beer around here. Check them out offline at your local bar or online with us. Grab a Miller Lite. It's Miller Time! 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He had spent the entire year on the physically-unable-to-perform list after missing all of last season while recovering from a career-threatening ankle injury. Keep an eye on Hearst though. If his condition continues to progress he could be a sleeper pick next year. Tony Horne , WR STL - Free Agent Updated 11/21/00 Horne, one of the league's best kick returners, will be out for four to six weeks after breaking a bone in his right foot during Monday night's game against Washington. He had a 24.2-yard average on kickoff returns, including a 103-yard touchdown. The Rams may use Az-Zahir Hakim, their punt returner, on kickoffs, but are more likely to sign someone. Charles Kirby , RB TB - Free Agent Updated 11/21/00 With Mike Alstott now out for at least the remainder of the regular season, Kirby is the only remaining true fullback on the Buccaneers' roster. Still, he was promoted from the practice squad just two weeks ago merely to serve as a blocker in short-yardage situations, so don't expect him to come close to the 12 carries per game Alstott was averaging. Warrick Dunn will be the primary focus of the running game. Marshall Faulk , RB STL - McKay Neal Updated 11/21/00 Faulk made an impressive return from arthroscopic surgery on his right knee last night against Washington, making nine catches for 88 yards and a touchdown while rushing for 33 yards on nine carries. He had the surgery just 14 days prior, so the Rams were light on his rushing load, but Faulk looked solid in his first game back. Expect him to be close to full strength when the Rams play New Orleans on Sunday. Will Blackwell , WR PIT - Free Agent Updated 11/21/00 The Steelers have activated Blackwell from the physically unable to perform list and placed him on their 53-man roster. He was placed on that list July 16 after suffering a May knee injury, and is an unrestricted free agent after the season. Still, don't count on much, if any, Fantasy value from Blackwell. Mario Bates , RB DET - Free Agent Updated 11/21/00 The Lions are awaiting results of an MRI performed on Bates' injured knee, which he sustained during Sunday's game against the Giants. He is less likely to play Thursday against New England than first-stringer James Stewart. James Stewart , RB DET - Tori Kuykendall Updated 11/21/00 Stewart was unable to practice with the team yesterday after suffering a hip pointer in Sunday's game against the Giants. With the Lions' next game coming Thursday against New England, there isn't much time for him to heal. Coach Gary Moeller thinks Stewart will be able to play through the injury. His status is more critical with backup Mario Bates also ailing. If neither can go, fullback Cory Schlesinger, running back Sedrick Irvin and special teams member Brock Olivo would fill in. Scott Mitchell , QB CIN - Free Agent Updated 11/21/00 Despite a sprained left knee that required a brace and had him limping yesterday, Mitchell is still hopeful he can play Sunday against Pittsburgh. He is listed on the injury report as doubtful after suffering a sprained MCL during last Sunday's game against New England, but an MRI performed yesterday revealed no damage. If Mitchell can play, he will get the start. He'll very likely play if it's physically possible. James Allen , RB CHI - Eric Bass Updated 11/21/00 The Chicago Sun-Times reports that Allen will not miss practice this week after suffering a cut on his right hand during Sunday's game against Tampa Bay. He should be ready to play next Sunday against the Jets. Cade McNown , QB CHI - Top Dogs Updated 11/21/00 With Shane Matthews performing well as the starter, the Bears can afford to be patient with McNown as he recovers from a separated left shoulder. He threw 15-yard passes with Matthews before Sunday's game against Tampa Bay and will participate in some drills tomorrow. McNown could serve as the third quarterback next Sunday against the Jets. Chris Chandler , QB ATL - Hunter Shively Updated 11/21/00 Chandler might lose some playing time over the season's final weeks, as the Falcons try to evaluate rookie Doug Johnson for their future. This isn't a condemnation of the veteran Chandler, but his owners should make sure he's going to start each week before giving him the nod. Doug Johnson , QB ATL - Free Agent Updated 11/21/00 The Falcons might consider giving Johnson some playing time over the season's final weeks, as the team decides whether he can serve as the QB of the future or if one will need to be taken in next year's draft. If he is given a shot, those in keeper leagues should keep a close eye on his performance. Obafemi Ayanbadejo , RB BAL - Free Agent Updated 11/21/00 Ayanbadejo will likely be inactive for Sunday's game against Cleveland. With Baltimore's bye week coming up after that, he will get an extra week to rest, and should be ready to roll against San Diego in Week 15. Donovan McNabb , QB PHI - Eric Bass Updated 11/21/00 The Eagles' signal caller is really maturing right before our eyes. He completed 25-of-34 passes for 217 yards and accounted for two touchdowns in Sunday's win over Arizona. He will need to keep his composure next week against the Redskins, as the two teams battle for first place in the NFC East. The Eagles will need a huge performance from McNabb if they are to beat Washington, so give him a start this week in the big game. Albert Connell , WR WAS - Hunter Shively Updated 11/21/00 Connell caught five passes for 96 yards in Monday night's win over the Rams. Washington will face a tough Eagles' secondary next week, which will be looking to keep their team in first place in the NFC East. If the 'Skins can establish their running game early, Connell could have a big game. Jeff George , QB WAS - Fear Updated 11/21/00 George was very impressive in Monday night's big win over St. Louis. He completed 24-of-34 passes for 269 yards and three touchdowns against the Rams, further clouding the quarterback situation in Washington. Starter Brad Johnson should know by Thursday if he is able to play next week against the Eagles, so keep tabs on his progress in the coming days if you have either of these players on your roster. Stephen Davis , RB WAS - Matt Lenhart Updated 11/21/00 Davis accounted for 106 yards of total offense but didn't score a touchdown as Washington defeated St. Louis 33-20 on Monday night. It was the first time in seven weeks that Davis had been held out of the end zone. Look for the 'Skins to establish Davis early in the game next week against the Eagles in an effort to open up their passing game. Jon Kitna , QB SEA - Free Agent Updated 11/21/00 Head Coach Mike Holmgren has named Brock Huard the starter for this week's game against the Broncos, relegating Kitna to the Seattle bench. Kitna was named the AFC's Player of the Week two weeks ago, but it obviously wasn't enough to keep the starting job. Elvis Grbac , QB KC - Eric Bass Updated 11/21/00 Grbac injured the index finger on his throwing hand against the Bills, but the injury won't likely keep him from playing this week against the Chargers. "We'll see Wednesday or Thursday," said Head Coach Gunther Cunningham, "but from what the doctors told me, I think the opportunity's there for him to play." Broncos , DT DEN - Hunter Shively Updated 11/21/00 Cornerback Ray Crockett will miss at least four games with a torn hamstring. The injury occurred on the final play of the third quarter while Crockett was chasing down Chargers' wideout Jeff Graham. Nine-year veteran Jimmy Spencer will take over Crockett's position until he returns. Akili Smith , QB CIN - Free Agent Updated 11/21/00 Smith looks likely to get the start when the Bengals play Pittsburgh next Sunday. Scott Mitchell, who started Sunday's game against New England, is listed as doubtful with a sprained left knee he suffered in that game. Just because Smith is starting doesn't mean you should do the same - he needs to get in gear before he'll have any Fantasy value. Terrell Davis , RB DEN - Eric Bass Updated 11/21/00 Davis will undergo another MRI this week on his injured leg and is having an expert in San Francisco cross-check the results. At this point, the Broncos are preparing for this week's game against Seattle as if Davis were unavailable. If you have Davis' backup, Mike Anderson, it seems like a good idea to include him in your starting lineup this week. Curtis Martin , RB NYJ - FIBSABs Updated 11/21/00 The status of the Jets' running back for this week's game against the Bears is still uncertain. Martin left Sunday's game in Miami with what was described as a strained back, and never returned to the field. He had an examination by team doctors yesterday, and had some X-rays taken as well. The club hasn't released any information on the resluts of the exam. If Martin is on your Fantasy squad, your best bet is to stay tuned as the week progresses. Laveranues Coles , WR NYJ - Hunter Shively Updated 11/21/00 According to New York Newsday , Coles will be unable to play in this week's game against the Bears. He was hit on the knee during the opening kickoff of the second half in Sunday's win over the Dolphins. If Coles is an integral part of your roster, look to pick up Dedric Ward, who should get more playing time in Coles' absence. Billy Joe Tolliver , QB NO - Free Agent Updated 11/21/00 The Saints re-signed Tolliver yesterday, after the 10-year veteran had been cut by the team during training camp. With Jeff Blake out for the season, New Orleans needed a No. 3 quarterback, so Tolliver will fill that role behind starter Aaron Brooks and backup Jake Delhomme. Jeff Blake , QB NO - Eric Bass Updated 11/21/00 The Saints placed Blake on injured reserve yesterday, officially ending his season. He will have surgery on his fractured and dislocated right foot as soon as the swelling subsides and the extent of the damage is determined. Blake will be replaced by Aaron Brooks. Lamar Smith , RB MIA - Fear Updated 11/21/00 Smith's status is still not certain, but he does expect to return for Sunday's game against the Colts. He left last week's game against the Jets after aggravating his strained right hamstring, an injury which he sustained a week earlier against the Chargers. Smith has been one of the year's biggest Fantasy sleepers, and has become an everyday starter for those Fantasy owners who were lucky enough to grab him. If he does in fact play this week, be sure to include him in your starting lineup. Jay Fiedler , QB MIA - McKay Neal Updated 11/21/00 Although his status is still up in the air, Fiedler expects that he will be ready to play in Sunday's AFC showdown against the Colts. Fiedler was injured on the first play of the Jets' game when linebacker Mo Lewis drove his head and shoulder into the turf. He suffered a slightly seperated throwing shoulder and developed muscle spasms in his back. Fielder isn't one of the better options in the Fantasy game, so avoid playing him this week even if he does start. Brad Johnson , QB WAS - FIBSABs Updated 11/21/00 The Redskins should know by Thursday if Johnson can re-assume his starting job for this week's showdown against the Eagles. He has started to test his injured left knee with some light dropbacks and will likely push the knee harder during practice on Wednesday and Thursday. Joe Jurevicius , WR NYG - Free Agent Updated 11/21/00 With the injury to Ike Hilliard, Jurevicius will likely start this week's game at Arizona. With only 12 receptions on the entire season, Jurevicius isn't a solid Fantasy option, so don't pick him up unless your roster is really straped for receivers. More Updates Rosters?Teams? [IMAGE] [IMAGE] Eric Bass Eric Bass Player TM Pos Status Next Bye Wild FA Bid Grbac, Elvis KC QB Active @SD Week 6 ? ? Davis, Terrell DEN RB Active @SEA Week 9 ? ? Smith, Robert MIN RB Active @DAL Week 4 ? ? Horn, Joe NO WR Active @STL Week 5 ? ? Harrison, Marvin IND WR Active MIA Week 3 ? ? Hayes, Donald CAR WR Active GB Week 4 ? ? Nedney, Joe CAR K Active GB Week 4 ? ? Ravens BAL DT Active CLE Week 14 ? ? Blake, Jeff NO QB Reserve @STL Week 5 ? ? McNabb, Donovan PHI QB Reserve @WAS Week 16 ? ? Anders, Kimble KC RB Reserve @SD Week 6 ? ? Allen, James CHI RB Reserve @NYJ Week 9 ? ? Morris, Sylvester KC WR Reserve @SD Week 6 ? ? Robinson, Marcus CHI WR Reserve @NYJ Week 9 ? ? Total Active Players: 8 Total Reserve Players: 6 NFL Injuries for Eric Bass Updated Player Team Pos Injury Expected Return 11/21/00 Allen, James CHI RB Hand Should be able to practice this week 11/19/00 Blake, Jeff NO QB Foot Out for the rest of the season 11/21/00 Davis, Terrell DEN RB Calf Status uncertain for Sunday's game vs. Sea. 11/21/00 Grbac, Elvis KC QB Finger Probable for Sunday' game at S.D. 11/19/00 Hayes, Donald CAR WR Groin Left Sunday's game at Minnesota. Did not return View?Transactions? [IMAGE]? Make Selection ? [IMAGE] [IMAGE] There are no League Transactions which meet the selected criteria. 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