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Tim Boyle Impresses Against Oakland Raiders
6 hours agoGreen Bay Packers quarterback Tim Boyle impressed in the team's third preseason matchup against the Oakland Raiders. Starting quarterback Aaron Rodgers sat out the game due to the field conditions, allowing Boyle and Deshone Kizer to battle it out. Boyle finished the game completing 16 of 25 attempts for 191 yards and two touchdowns. Boyle has had a good preseason showing, putting himself in contention for the backup quarterback spot on the Packers roster.Source: NFL.com
Aaron Rodgers Misses Game Against Baltimore
6 hours agoGreen Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers sat out the matchup against the Oakland Raiders, the team's third preseason game. Rodgers had missed the second game due to tightness in his back, but missing this game was due to the conditions of the field. Rodgers is yet to play a meaningful snap in the Packers new offense, but he could well take some snaps in the last preseason game against the Kansas City Chiefs.Source: Rob Demovsky on Twitter
Joe Mixon Does Not Play Against New York
7 hours agoCincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon (rest) did not play on Thursday against the New York Giants. While Mixon sat, it opened the door for others to get some meaningful reps, notably potential third-string back Rodney Anderson, who ran for just seven yards on eight carries as well as Giovani Bernard, who had four yards on three carries. With rookie Trayveon Williams (foot) out for an undetermined amount of time, it wouldn't be a surprise if Mixon doesn't suit up for the team's final preseason encounter against the Colts in order to further evaluate the quality of the running backs on the roster.Source: ESPN
Rex Burkhead Totals Three Touches In Tune-Up
9 hours agoNew England Patriots running back Rex Burkhead carried the ball twice for three yards and caught one six-yard pass in the Patriots third preseason game. The Patriots ran some of their starters out for the first few series and Burkhead got some snaps in. When healthy, Burkhead can be a valuable red zone threat in the Patriots offensive scheme. His fantasy value, however, will only be useful in deeper formats.Source: New England Patriots
Nick Brossette Leads Patriots With 53 Rushing Yards
9 hours agoNew England Patriots running back Nick Brossette led the team with 14 carries for 53 yards in the team's third preseason game against the Panthers. Brossette has now registered 150 yards from scrimmage with two touchdowns through three preseason games. Brossette is not expected to factor into the Patriots backfield mix this season but the team clearly trusts him with the football in his hands. The rookie should be in line for 10-plus carries in the Patriots final preseason duel.Source: New England Patriots
Damien Harris Rushes For Only Eight Yards Against Panthers
9 hours agoNew England Patriots running back Damien Harris saw only two carries in the Patriots 10-3 preseason win over the Panthers. One week after Harris racked up 80 rushing yards, the rookie barely saw the field. The Patriots opted to run their first-team out on the field offensively for the first few series and then running back Nick Brossette took the lion's share of the touches. Harris has potential but is not expected to play a major role right out of the gate when the regular season begins.Source: New England Patriots
Phillip Dorsett Racks Up Seven Catches Against Panthers
9 hours agoNew England Patriots wide receiver Phillip Dorsett caught seven passes for 47 yards in the Patriots 10-3 preseason win over the Panthers. Dorsett got in on the action early, connecting with quarterback Tom Brady for some first downs. The veteran has been a bit banged up throughout camp but his continued chemistry with Brady is undeniable. Dorsett's fantasy value is as volatile as they come and should carve out a small role for himself in the Patriots offense this season.Source: New England Patriots
Sony Michel Tallies 10 Carries In Third Preseason Game
9 hours agoNew England Patriots running back Sony Michel rushed for 36 yards on 10 carries in the teams 10-3 preseason win over the Panthers. Michel making his preseason debut, albeit inconsequential, has to be a positive sign for fantasy owners in upcoming drafts. The second-year running back has missed most of camp recovering from offseason knee surgery. But the talented runner appears to be healthy and ready to roll. This glimpse of game action, however, will most likely be the only snaps fantasy owners will see until Week 1.Source: New England Patriots
Jarrett Stidham Efficient Again In Third Preseason Game
10 hours agoNew England Patriots quarterback Jarrett Stidham saw extended playing time in the team's third preseason game against the Panthers. The Patriots chose to sit incumbent backup Brian Hoyer and gave the reins to the rookie after Tom Brady played the first few series. Stidham played well again, completing 15-of-19 passes for 134 yards. He did not guide the team into the end zone, however, after tossing a go-ahead touchdown last week. The rookie is as raw as they come right now and is expected to start the season as the Patriots third-string quarterback.Source: New England Patriots
Jakobi Meyers Shines Again With 74 Yards
10 hours agoNew England Patriots wide receiver Jakobi Meyers delivered again in the preseason, catching seven passes for 74 yards in the Patriots 10-3 win. Quarterback Tom Brady made an appearance but Meyers mostly worked with backup Jarrett Stidham. Meyers now has 19 receptions for 225 yards and two touchdowns through three preseason games. Teammate Phillip Dorsett also had a productive game with the first unit but Meyers is submitting a strong case to make the team.Source: New England Patriots
Benjamin Watson Exits Against Panthers
10 hours agoNew England Patriots tight end Benjamin Watson left the team's third preseason game after a hit to the head against the Panthers. The veteran caught a 10-yard pass from quarterback Tom Brady and took a hit to the helmet from the Panthers Eric Reid. It was a dangerous hit and Watson did not return. Watson is suspended for the first four games of the season but was eligible to participate in exhibition play. Watson will hit the waiver wire to begin the season in fantasy.Source: New England Patriots
Tom Brady Passes For 75 Yards In Preseason Win
10 hours agoNew England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady made a brief cameo in the team's third preseason game, passing for 75 yards in the 10-3 victory. Brady completed 8-of-12 passes, making some nice connections with receiver Phillip Dorsett. Brady's appearance in a preseason game can be considered surprising but the 42-year-old appears to have made it out unscathed in this tune-up performance. The future Hall of Famer, however, sits outside the top-12 in most quarterback rankings currently.Source: New England Patriots
Josh Adams Gets Seven Carries on Thursday
10 hours agoPhiladelphia Eagles running back Josh Adams got seven carries on Thursday, picking up 18 yards. It was a disappointing performance for Adams, who averaged just 2.6 yards per carry. He's on the outside looking in despite leading the Eagles in rushing last season. Rookie Miles Sanders, Jordan Howard, Corey Clement, and Darren Sproles are all essentially guaranteed a roster spot, so Adams is competing for the last spot on the running back depth chart.Source: NFL.com
Corey Clement Runs the Ball Seven Times on Thursday
10 hours agoPhiladelphia Eagles running back Corey Clement ran the ball seven times on Thursday, gaining 25 yards. It was a mostly pedestrian performance, but he was still the best member of the Eagles backfield for the day. Miles Sanders, Jordan Howard, and Darren Sproles didn't play, but it was still a relatively encouraging outing for Clement. He and Sproles will likely share third down duties this season, limiting the fantasy value of both players.Source: NFL.com
Nelson Agholor Catches a Three-Yard Pass on Thursday
10 hours agoPhiladelphia Eagles wide receiver Nelson Agholor made just one catch in Thursday's preseason game, gaining three yards. Meanwhile, his main competition on the depth chart, rookie J.J. Arcega-Whiteside, went off for 104 yards and a touchdown. Agholor's usage showed that the Eagles consider him a starter, but Arcega-Whiteside's performance could certainly force the hand of the Eagles front office. Agholor likely won't be on the field as often as other team's WR3s since the Eagles run two-tight end sets very often, but in a strong offense, he should still have some value in deeper leagues and PPR.Source: NFL.com
