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GameTimeDecisions

Brian Swaw

GameTimeDecisions

** Patriots QB Tom Brady (ribs, finger) was officially "limited" in Friday's practice. He's listed as "questionable" to face the Panthers on Sunday, but we'd be shocked if he didn't play. He knows the Patriots playbook cold, so his lack on practice this week isn't really an issue. We'll find out his official status for the game around noon ET on Sunday.

** Despite being listed as "questionable," Falcons RB Michael Turner (ankle) is unlikely to play against the Saints on Sunday after missing practice all week. RBs Jerious Norwood and Jason Snelling will split touches again.

** The Jaguars have downgraded WR Mike Sims-Walker (calf) to "doubtful" for Week 14. After missing practice on Thursday and Friday, he's extremely unlikely to play against the Dolphins. It's a blow to the entire Jaguars offense. They lack playmakers on the outside without MSW. Miami will key in on RB Maurice Jones-Drew with 8 and 9 guys in the box.

** Texans QB Matt Schaub (shoulder) practiced all week and will start against the Seahawks.

** Eagles WR DeSean Jackson (concussion) is listed as ;probable" for Sunday night's game against the Giants after a full week of practice. The team plans on using him on punt returns, so you know he's healthy.

** After aggravating his injured knee in Thursday's practice, Titans QB Vince Young missed Friday's workout entirely. But Young is confident that he'll be ready to play Sunday against the Rams. "Heck yeah, you know me better than that. I'll be out there," he said. We're guessing that Young plays, but he's officially a game-time decision.

** Falcons QB Matt Ryan (toe) missed practice for the 3rd straight day on Friday. He participated in the walkthrough, but is unlikely to play on Sunday despite being listed as "questionable." Look for QB Chris Redman to start against the Saints.

** Bears WR Devin Hester (calf) is listed as "questionable" on the team's injury report, although those close to the team don't believe he'll play on Sunday against the Packers. Check back on Sunday morning for his official status.

** As usual, Falcons WR Roddy White is listed on the injury report as "questionable" with a knee injury. He's in no danger of missing Sunday's game against the Saints. Get him in your lineup.

** After missing his 3rd straight practice on Friday with migraine headaches, Vikings WR Percy Harvin will be a game-time decision for Sunday's tilt with the Bengals. According to HC Brad Childress, Harvin hasn't even been able to go over this week's gameplan because the migraines are so severe. Check back on Sunday morning for his official status.

** Saints RB Mike Bell (knee) missed practice for the 2nd straight day on Friday. He's listed as "questionable" to face the Falcons this Sunday. It'll come down to a game-time decision, but his touches figure to be limited even if he is active. We'd stay away from him this week if you can.

** Eagles WR Jeremy Maclin (foot) is listed as "questionable" for Sunday night's game against the Giants. He practiced on Friday, so we expect him to play. The late start makes the situation a bit trickier, but we'd start Maclin as a WR3 with confidence.

** As expected, Panthers QB Jake Delhomme (finger) has been ruled out for Week 15. QB Matt Moore will start against the Patriots on Sunday.

** Ravens WR Mark Clayton (hamstring) did not practice all week and is listed as "questionable" to face the Lions. A bum hammy with a WR who relies on speed is never a good combination. Despite the favorable matchup, Clayton is better left on your bench this weekend.

** Saints RB Reggie Bush was limited in practice on Friday. He is listed as "probable" with a knee injury, but he hasn't had more than 10 touches in a game since the 3rd week of the season.

** Cardinals RB Tim Hightower was limited in practice on Friday. He's listed as ;probable" for Monday night's game against the 49ers but may see a decreased role.

** Bucs RB Cadillac Williams was added to the team's injury report on Friday as "questionable" with a back injury. He was limited in Friday's practice. We're expecting him to play Sunday against the Jets, but RB Derrick Ward would start if he doesn't. You're better off staying away from this situation entirely.

** Lions QB Matt Stafford (shoulder) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Ravens. QB Daunte Culpepper will start in his place.

** Eagles RB Brian Westbrook (concussion) has officially been ruled out for Sunday night's game against the Giants. He's getting closer and could return next week. But you shouldn't be counting on him in the fantasy playoffs.

** Jets QB Mark Sanchez (knee) is out for Sunday's game against the Bucs. QB Kellen Clemens will draw the start. Stay away from the Jets passing game if you can help it.

** Falcons WR Michael Jenkins (ankle) was limited in practice all week. He's listed as ;questionable" and will be a game-time decision.

** Colts RB Donald Brown (chest) will miss his 2nd straight game on Sunday when the Colts host the Broncos. RB Joseph Addai is a strong bet for 20+ touches.

** Saints WR Lance Moore (ankle) may be ready to return to action this weekend after missing the past 5 games. He was limited in practice all week and will be a game-time decision for Sunday's tilt with the Falcons. He's not a fantasy option, but his presence may hurt WR Devery Henderson's potential.

** Cowboys TE Martellus Bennett (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Chargers. It means a few more targets for the streaking Jason Witten.

** Redskins DT Albert Haynesworth (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Raiders. It'll be the 3rd game he's missed out of the last 4. We still wouldn't recommend using any of the Raiders RBs this week.

** Raiders WR Darrius Heyward-Bey (foot) is listed as "doubtful" to face the Redskins on Sunday. The injury forced him to miss last week's game against the Steelers and kept him out of practice all week. WR Johnnie Lee Higgins will start in his place but isn't a fantasy option.

** Vikings CB Antoine Winfield is expected to play against the Bengals Sunday. He's missed the past 6 games with a foot injury. He might be a little rusty in his return to game action, but this news still makes it a tougher matchup for QB Carson Palmer and WR Chad Ochocinco.

** Redskins CB DeAngelo Hall (knee) won't play against the Raiders this weekend. It's still a tough matchup for QB Bruce Gradkowski, who is a weak play even in 2-QB leagues.