QuarterbacksKevin Kolb (ARI)--As expected, Kevin Kolb has not practiced this week and is expected to miss his second straight game with a rib injury. He should be out for at least one more month before returning to the Cardinals starting lineup. Jay Cutler (CHI)--Despite suffering a rib injury in Monday nightâs win over the Lions, Jay Cutler was a full participant in practice on Thursday. He is considered probable for this weekâs matchup against the Panthers, so owners should not worry about his availability. Aaron Rodgers (GB)--As expected, Aaron Rodgers was a full participant in practice on Thursday and will play this weekend against the Jaguars. Rodgers is dealing with a minor calf injury, but it wasnât enough to hold him out of practice or limited him in any way. Andrew Luck (IND)--The Colts were not worried about Andrew Luckâs knee injury, but it was nice to see him be a full participant in practice on Thursday just to make that statement even stronger. Luck will be leading the Colts into Tennessee on Sunday where they will matchup against the Titans.  Blaine Gabbert (JAC)--The Jaguars are hopeful that Blaine Gabbert will be ready to go on Sunday after he was able to be a full participant in practice on Thursday. Gabbert is dealing with a shoulder injury that knocked him out of last weekâs game, but is considered probable for Sundayâs matchup with the Packers. Running BacksTrent Richardson (CLE)--The Browns are hopeful that Trent Richardson will be able to play this week against the Chargers after missing the second half of last weekâs game due to check and rib injuries. He is listed as questionable for the game, but all signs are pointing to him suiting up on Sunday. Montario Hardesty (CLE)--The Browns may be without Trent Richardson this weekend as he is still suffering from chest and rib injuries, but Montario Hardesty is dealing with injuries of his own. Hardesty is dealing with a knee injury that limited him in practice on Thursday and is considered questionable for this weekâs game against the Chargers, so be sure to monitor this situation closely.  Felix Jones (DAL)--The Cowboys will likely be without DeMarco Murray for their showdown with Giants on Sunday, but may also be without Felix Jones, who was a limited participant in Thursdayâs practice due to a knee injury. If he gets more reps in practice on Friday then I expect him to play on Sunday, but until we get the word from the Cowboys he should be considered questionable for Sunday.  DeMarco Murray (DAL)--After missing practice all week, DeMarco Murray is considered doubtful for this weekâs showdown with the Giants. Murray missed last weekâs game with the same foot injury and it does not appear like it is getting any better, so he may miss even more time moving forward.   Donald Brown (IND)--The Colts will likely have their starting running back in the lineup on Sunday for the first time in two weeks with Donald Brown fully practicing on Thursday. Brown missed the last two games with a knee injury but is considered probable for this weekâs game against the Titans, which is a great matchup for him.  Maurice Jones-Drew (JAC)--As expected, Maurice Jones-Drew has not practiced all week and has been ruled out for Sundayâs game against the Packers. Jones-Drew suffered a foot injury in last weekâs loss to the Raiders and is expected to miss an extended amount of time due to the severity of the injury. Peyton Hillis (KC)--For the first time in almost a month Peyton Hillis will likely take the field for the Chiefs after dealing with a lingering ankle injury. He was able to practice fully on Thursday and unless something drastic happens between now and Sunday he will be ready to get some carries out of the backfield. Daniel Thomas (MIA)--For the second straight day, Daniel Thomas was able to practice full speed and is in line to be available for Sundayâs showdown with the Jets. Thomas missed Week 6 with a concussion and the Dolphins were on a bye in Week 7, so he has had two weeks to get shake off any concussion-like symptoms. Brandon Bolden (NE)--The Patriots will likely be without Brandon Bolden on Sunday after he failed to participate in practice for the second straight day due to a knee injury. The Patriots will now pack their bags and head to London for their matchup with the Rams, so without a workout on Friday his availability is in serious doubt.  Ahmad Bradshaw (NYG)--Despite the fact that Ahmad Bradshaw has yet to practice this week, it appears he will be ready for Sundayâs game with the Cowboys. Bradshaw has been dealing with a foot injury for the last few weekâs but it has now slowed him down enough to miss time because of it, so expect him to be ready for Sunday.  Darren McFadden (OAK)--After being a full participant in practice on Thursday, Darren McFadden is considered probable for Sundayâs game against the Chiefs. McFadden has been dealing with a shoulder injury but it doesnât appear to be anything to worry about moving forward. Rashard Mendenhall (PIT)--The Steelers may be without their starting running back for the second week in a row after Rashard Mendenhall missed practice again this week with an Achillesâ injury. He is considered questionable at this point, but if he doesnât practice on Thursday donât expect to see him take the field on Sunday.  Isaac Redman (PIT)--In limited duties, Isaac Redman was able to practice on Thursday as he continues to deal with an ankle injury. If Rashard Mendenhall is unable to go, expect the Steelers to really push for Redman to get out there on Sunday to help out their struggling running game when they take on the Redskins.  Frank Gore (SF)--After participating in practice for the second straight day, Frank Gore is expected to play against the Cardinals on Sunday. Gore has been dealing with a rib injury that he sustained in last weekâs win over the Seahawks but it does not appear to be serious at this time. Wide ReceiversAlshon Jeffery (CHI)--The Bears held rookie Alshon Jeffery out of practice on Thursday and has already been ruled out for this weekendâs matchup with the Panthers. Jeffery suffered a hand injury in Week 5 and is expected to miss at least one more week before returning to the starting lineup.Calvin Johnson (DET)--Despite being a limited participant in practice on Thursday the Lions consider Calvin Johnson to be probable for this weekâs game against the Seahawks. Johnson is dealing with a minor knee injury that he sustained in Mondayâs loss to the Bears, but it does not appear to be serious.  Jordy Nelson (GB)--For the second day in a row Jordy Nelson did not practice and is considered questionable for this weekendâs game against the Jaguars. Nelson is suffering from a hamstring injury and if he doesnât practice either Friday or Saturday donât expect to see him take the field on Sunday. Greg Jennings (GB)-- The Packers have already ruled out Greg Jennings for this weekâs game against the Jaguars while he continues to deal with a groin injury. He underwent an abdominal surgery on Thursday as well and is expected to be out another three weeks, so things continue to get worse for Jennings and his fantasy owners. Wes Welker (NE)--The Patriots expect to have Wed Welker on the field on Sunday despite the fact that he was limited in practice on Thursday. Welker is dealing with a minor ankle injury so this appears to be nothing more than a precautionary move by the Patriots.  Hakeem Nicks (NYG)--As the season goes on, Hakeem Nicks gets healthier and healthier and was able to be a full participant in practice on Thursday making him probable for Sundayâs showdown with the Cowboys. Nicks has been suffering from both a knee and foot injury for the majority of the season, but it doesnât look like it will slow him down enough to force him out this week. Jeremy Kerley (NYJ)--It appears that Jeremy Kerleyâs finger injury was not serious enough to force him to miss any time after he was able to fully participate in practice on Thursday. The Jets will need him on Sunday as it appears he is the teamâs new No. 1 target so expect him to be on the field this weekend. Danny Amendola (STL)--The Rams hold onto hope that Danny Amendola can possibly play this week when the team takes on the Patriots in London. Amendola has been sidelined since Week 3 when he suffered a shoulder injury, but was a limited participant in practice on Thursday making him questionable for this weekâs game.Pierre Garcon (WAS)--As expected, Pierre Garcon has yet to practice this week and is consider doubtful for Sundayâs game against the Steelers. Garcon is dealing with a serious foot injury at this time and does not look to be on track to play anytime in the near future. Tight EndsBrandon Pettigrew (DET)--The Lions expect to have Brandon Pettigrew in their starting lineup on Sunday despite being a limited participant in practice on Thursday. Pettigrew is dealing with a minor knee injury but unless something drastic happens between now and Sunday he is going to be ready to play this weekend. Jermichael Finely (GB)--The Packers are being very cautious with Jermichael Finley and continued to limit his participation in practice on Thursday. Finley is dealing with a shoulder injury that he sustained a few weeks back, but he is expected to play Sunday against the Jaguars.  Aaron Hernandez (NE)--Although Aaron Hernandez was absent from practice on Thursday the team expect him to be on the field on Sunday when they take on the Rams in London. Hernandez is dealing with a lingering ankle injury, but missed practice like this last week and played the majority of the offensive snaps, so this shouldnât worry owners. Rob Gronkowski (NE)--As expected Rob Gronkowski was a limited participant in practice on Thursday as he continues to deal with a lingering hip injury. With a travel day on Friday, expect Gronkowski to continue to let the injury heal and expect him to play on Sunday against the Rams.  Jimmy Graham (NO)--The Saints are hopeful that Jimmy Graham will be able to return to the starting lineup on Sunday after missing last weekâs game against the Buccaneers with an ankle injury. He was a limited participant in practice on Thursday and is considered questionable for Week 8 at this point.  Brandon Myers (OAK)--Despite dealing with a knee injury, Brandon Myers was a full participant in practice on Thursday and is considered probable for Sundayâs game against the Chiefs. Myers has been a nice surprise at the tight end position this season as he continues to put up solid fantasy production week in and week out. To make setting your Fantasy Football lineup easy, be sure to utilize RotoInfo.comâs new NFL Lineup Grids.Matthew Beck is a Fantasy Sports Columnist for Rotoinfo.com. If you have any questions or comments feel free to e-mail him at matthewbeck@rotoinfo.com. Also follow him on Twitter @MatthewRBeck for up-to-date Q&A and fantasy information. And, to make setting your Fantasy Football lineup easy, be sure to utilize RotoInfo.comâs new NFL Lineup Grids. Player News
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