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By Rob Steingall
Quarterbacks
After fully practicing all week, Vikings QB Tarvaris Jackson (knee) is listed as probable for Sunday against the Colts. He produced for fantasy owners last week, and should continue to gain consistency going forward.
Buccaneers QB Jeff Garcia has been replaced as starter by Brian Griese, with Jon Gruden and Garcia disagreeing over whether it's due to an injury or, as Garcia claims, a benching.
Titans QB Vince Young (knee, hamstring) is out on Sunday, replaced by Kerry Collins. I'd be more worried about his mental make-up going forward, after reports of an intervention on the part of the Titans being related to their fears that he was suicidal.
Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger (right shoulder) increased his practice reps all week, practicing fully Friday, making him probable for Sunday. He's a must start given the weapons at his disposal - top 20 receivers Hines Ward and Santonio Holmes.
Running Backs
Chargers RB LaDainian Tomlinson (toe) was held out of practice until Friday, making him questionable for Sunday. He has stated he'll "definitely" play on Sunday.
Bears RB Matt Forte (ankle) was limited in practice on Friday, but is listed as probable for Sunday. He'll face a tough Panthers defense, and could possibly lose some carries to Kevin Jones.
Packers RB Ryan Grant (hamstring) was limited in practice both Wednesday and Thursday, but put in a full practice on Friday, making him less questionable heading into a matchup with the Lions. He expects to play, and you should expect him to, too.
Saints RB Deuce McAllister (knee) is once again listed as probable this week, but full participation in practice is a good sign heading into this weekend's game against the Redskins. He was a healthy scratch in week one, though, so he's a risky play this week as Pierre Thomas seems to be the co-chair of the running back committee with Reggie Bush.
A slight rib injury has slowed Cowboys RB Marion Barber this week, but hasn't kept him out of practice. He's probable for the Monday night game against the Eagles and should see his regular workload.
Wide Receivers
Jaguars WR Jerry Porter (hamstring) is listed as questionable, but put in three straight full days of practice. He would provide a huge lift for a team sorely lacking a big-time receiver.
Javon Walker (hamstring) still isn't 100 percent but is expected to play this week, though coach Lane Kiffen says, "(Walker) won't start until he's 100 percent."
Limited all week in practice, Jets WR Laveranues Coles (thigh) is once again questionable this week. He caught only one pass for five yards last week, though he just missed a TD connection from Brett Favre and also drew an interference penalty on a long pass. Expect Coles to play against New England.
Surgery has Saints WR Marques Colston (thumb) out for this weekend, and possibly for the next four to six weeks. Look for the other Saints weapons to pick up the slack in his absence.
Seahawks WR Deion Branch (knee) continues to be slowed by injury, as he was limited in practice all week and again is listed as doubtful for Sunday.
Eagles WR Reggie Brown (hamstring) was once again limited in practice all week, and is listed as questionable on Monday night. Donovan McNabb should really be able to sling the ball around once Brown and Kevin Curtis (still out after hernia surgery) finally gets back into the fold.
Other Positions
The Colts could be in for another tough week offensively, especially with TE Dallas Clark (knee) being listed as questionable after being held out of practice for most of the week. The Vikings defense and running game could limit the Colts chances on offense - and the value of their skill players.
Patriots TE Benjamin Watson (knee) was held out of action on Wednesday and Thursday, before retuning to limited duty on Friday. He's listed as questionable this week, and is a questionable fantasy option now with QB Tom Brady going down for the season with a torn ACL and MCL.
After being held out of practice Wednesday, Redskins TE Chris Cooley (quadriceps) steadily improved and practiced fully by Friday, making him probable this weekend. This guy always comes to play, and should be solid as long as he can stay on the field against the still-soft Saints defense.
K Jason Elam (hip) is listed as questionable, but the Falcons haven't brought in another kicker. You don't want to start him until you see Atlanta produce points against a real defense (i.e., not the Lions).
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