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By Rob Steingall
Quarterbacks
Cowboys QB Tony Romo (right finger) did not practice all week and is listed as questionable. Brad Johnson is expected to start. But there is a good chance Romo will return sooner than the four weeks originally expected.
Bengals QB Carson Palmer (right elbow) is out, but won't need Tommy John surgery, which is great news. He still could be placed on injured reserve though, meaning Ryan Fitzpatrick will be the starter going forward.
Packers QB Aaron Rodgers (right shoulder) is listed as probable after being limited in practice all week. Nothing to worry about here; he'll start.
Seahawks QB Matt Hasselbeck (back) is officially out, with Seneca Wallace starting in his place. He is targeting a Week 8 return if treatment on his back is successful.
Bills QB Trent Edwards (head) is probable and will start against the Chargers.
Rams QB Marc Bulger (right finger) practiced fully all week and is listed as probable. He will start against the Cowboys.
Chiefs QB Brodie Croyle (right shoulder) practiced fully this week and will start.
Running Backs
Not an injury, but the Chiefs' Larry Johnson has been suspended this week for violating a team policy.
Chargers RB LaDainian Tomlinson (toe) is listed as probable, as is backup Darren Sproles (ankle). But Buffalo will still have to stop them both.
Redskins RB Clinton Portis (hip) is listed as questionable, but practiced fully on Friday. Coach Jim Zorn was happy with his movement, and says he will start on Sunday.
Colts RB Joseph Addai (hamstring) is doubtful after being held out of practice all week. He could miss up to four weeks; so grab Dominic Rhodes if he's available.
Saints RB Reggie Bush (knee) was limited in practice this week and is probable. Coach Sean Payton says he's 100 percent and will see his normal touches.
Steelers RB Willie Parker (knee) is listed as doubtful after not practicing all week. He won't play Sunday; Mewelde Moore starts in his absence.
Patriots RB Laurence Maroney (shoulder) is doubtful after missing practice all week. He has been a huge fantasy disappointment this season.
Panthers RB Jonathan Stewart (illness) is questionable after coming down with a stomach ailment and missing practice on Friday. He should play, but could be limited depending on his condition.
Broncos RB Selvin Young (groin) is questionable after limited practice this week. Michael Pittman starts again for the Broncos. Ryan Torain, a promising rookie, has returned to practice.
Lions RB Kevin Smith (shoulder) is listed as probable after practicing fully all week. He'll split carries with Rudi Johnson against Houston.
Texans RB Ahman Green (foot) practiced fully Thursday and Friday and is listed as probable, meaning he'll be the primary backup for Steve Slaton this week.
Bengals RB Chris Perry (shoulder) is probable after practicing fully to close the week. If he remains ineffective and fumble-prone, look for Cedric Benson to get the ball in favor of him going forward.
Cowboys RB Felix Jones (hamstring) is out, and isn't expected to return for at least two more weeks.
Wide Receivers
Saints WR Marques Colston (thumb) is probable after being limited in practice this week. He is once again an elite receiving option, so get him in your lineup.
Bengals WR T.J. Houshmandzadeh (ankle) is questionable, but did participate fully in practice on Friday. He should play, but takes a hit in value with Carson Palmer being out.
Seahawks WR Deion Branch (heel) is listed as questionable after being held out of practice all week; but isn't expected to play. Teammate Koren Robinson (knee), who is listed as probable, should again see more looks with Branch out.
Bears WR Brandon Lloyd (knee) is out again this week, but teammate Marty Booker (back) is probable. Look for him to pick up some extra targets, along with Devin Hester, who saw his most extensive action at receiver last week.
Vikings WR Bernard Berrian (knee) and teammate Sidney Rice (knee) are listed as questionable after being limited in practice this week. They will both play, with Berrian being the more attractive fantasy option.
Chargers WR Chris Chambers (ankle) is listed as doubtful after being held out of practice all week, and won't play Sunday. Malcom Floyd starts in his place against the Bills.
Jets WR Laveranues Coles (thigh) was limited in practice all week and is listed as questionable, but that's the case every week.
Titans WR Justin Gage (knee) and teammate Justin McCareins (hamstring) are questionable after being held out of practice this week. Both probably won't play, not that they are great fantasy options anyway.
Panthers WR D.J. Hackett (knee) is out this week, while teammate Muhsin Muhammad (knee) is probable.
Broncos WR Brandon Marshall (groin) and teammate Eddie Royal (ankle) are listed as probable after practicing fully on Friday and will both start.
Buccaneers WR Joey Galloway (foot) is questionable after being limited in practice this week. Don't expect much from him if he plays. Teammate Antonio Bryant (foot) practiced fully Friday and is probable.
Rams WR Drew Bennett (foot) is out again, but could return in two weeks.
Other Positions
Saints TE Jeremy Shockey (hernia) was limited in practice this week but is probable. He'll be a nice weapon for Drew Brees going forward.
Browns TE Kellen Winslow (undisclosed illness) was held out of practice for most of the week, but practiced on a limited basis on Friday. He is questionable and will be a game-time decision, but should play.
Bengals K Shayne Graham (groin) is listed as questionable after being limited in practice, but you should leave him out of your fantasy lineup.
Jets K Mike Nugent (hip) is once again out; Jay Feely will handle the kicking duties.
Buccaneers K Matt Bryant (right hamstring) is probable and should be fine.
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