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    He didn't quite look 100% to me. Very close though. He still showed great moves and cut fairly well but in the past he would have ran over some of those defenders that managed to bring him down. I have a feeling hes going to look even better against the Colts this week.

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    Adrian Peterson - RB - Vikings

    Aug 27 - 7:04 PM

     

    Adrian Peterson (knee) took hits in Vikings practice for the first time on Monday.

     

    "We put him through some things today," coach Leslie Frazier said. "We told our defense to hit him a little bit and wanted to see how he responded." Frazier also confirmed AP's rehab has remained setback free. "He hasn't had any swelling or any soreness. Everything has gone relatively smoothly at this point." AP is on track for a limited workload in Week 1.

     

    Source: ESPN 1500 Twin Cities

    http://www.rotoworld.com/default.aspx?rw=1

     

    This is what I like to hear.

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    Adrian Peterson - RB - Vikings

    Aug 23 - 8:18 PM

     

    ESPN's Chris Mortensen confirms Adrian Peterson (knee) will experience contact in next week's practices.

     

    It's the next best thing to seeing game action, as Peterson has to get used to taking hits in order to get into regular-season form. All signs continue to be positive in Peterson's return from reconstructive surgery.

     

    Source: Chris Mortensen on Twitter

    http://www.rotoworld.com/default.aspx?rw=1

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    Jason Witten - TE - Cowboys

    Aug 23 - 5:16 PM

     

    The Cowboys reportedly view Jason Witten (lacerated spleen) as "50-50" for the season opener.

     

    Fox Sports South's Matt Mosley "wouldn't bet" on seeing Witten versus the Giants even with the Cowboys' relative optimism. ESPN's Adam Schefter had previously reported that Witten is "more likely" to return in Week 2. It's worth noting that Witten hasn't missed a game since 2003.

     

    Source: Matt Mosley on Twitter

    http://www.rotoworld.com/playernews/nfl/football-player-news

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    Adrian Peterson - RB - Vikings

    Aug 22 - 8:28 AM

     

    The no-contact ban in practice on Adrian Peterson (knee) is expected to be lifted soon.

     

    Peterson received 18 carries during the full-team portion of Monday's practice, but the Vikings' defenders still aren't touching him. The good news is that Peterson experienced no problems or side effects the day after those 18 carries. We're anxious to see how he responds once he starts taking hits. "When bodies fall down in front of him, how does he handle that? Does he stop and plant as the Adrian of old, or does he just come to a standstill where he's liable to taking a really serious hit?" coach Leslie Frazier pondered.

     

    Source: Associated Press

    http://www.rotoworld.com/playernews/nfl/football

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    Adrian Peterson - RB - Vikings

    Aug 15 - 10:17 PM

     

    The Vikings are considering allowing Adrian Peterson (ACL, MCL surgery) to begin contact drills as early as next week.

     

    Peterson has donned a red jersey this week while defenders have done their best to stay out of his way in 11-on-11s. They literally lied down on two of his Wednesday reps. Peterson took 13 snaps in team drills Wednesday and four more in 7-on-7s. He remains on track to see limited action in the season opener.

     

    Source: ESPN 1500 Twin Cities

    http://www.rotoworld.com/default.aspx?rw=1

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    Jahvid Best - RB - Lions

    Aug 15 - 12:14 PM

     

    ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Jahvid Best (concussions) is likely to open the season on the Physically Unable to Perform list.

     

    Being placed on PUP would sideline Best for at least the first six games. The Lions will likely have to rely on Kevin Smith and one of Joique Bell or Keiland Williams early in the season, with Mikel Leshoure suspended the first two weeks. Best has yet to be cleared to return to practice, and is working his way back from multiple concussions. With no guarantee of playing football this season (or in the future), Best will be difficult to pick in fantasy drafts. Look for Smith to comfortably lead Detroit's backfield in 2012 touches.

     

    Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter

    http://www.rotoworld.com/

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    Mikel Leshoure - RB - Lions

    Aug 15 - 9:36 AM

     

    Mikel Leshoure (hamstring) returned to individual drills Wednesday.

     

    Leshoure had been out 14 straight days. Considering he's coming off an Achilles' tear and he's suspended for the first two games anyway, the Lions can afford to ease him back in. Leshoure will be looking to carve out a significant power-back role behind starter Kevin Smith.

     

    Source: Anwar Richardson on Twitter

    http://www.rotoworld.com/default.aspx?rw=1

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    Cedric Benson - RB - Packers

    Aug 15 - 9:31 AM

     

    Cedric Benson's one-year contract with the Packers contains no bonus money and a veteran's minimum base salary of $825,000.

     

    If Benson, who turns 30 in December, ends up on injured reserve, his base salary will be reduced to $393,000. In other words, the contract is as team-friendly as it gets. It makes us question Benson's assertion that the Raiders and Lions were interested. He clearly had no leverage during talks with the Packers.

     

    Source: Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel

    http://www.rotoworld.com/default.aspx?rw=1

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    Adrian Peterson removed from active/PUP list

    Aug 12 - 12:34 PM

     

    Adrian Peterson (knee) has been removed from the active/PUP list and resumed practicing in 11-on-11 team drills at Vikings camp.

     

    It means he cannot start the regular season on reserve/PUP. Peterson is already working with the first team at Vikings practice and figures to play in a game at some point this preseason. It's clear that Peterson has not suffered a setback since his ACL surgery in December and, although he could still miss a game or two, he's on track to return in time for Week 1 against Jacksonville.

     

    Source: Judd Zulgad on Twitter

    http://www.rotoworld.com/headlines/nfl/237808/adrian-peterson-removed-from-activepup-list

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    Jordy Nelson - WR - Packers

    Aug 8 - 8:58 AM

     

    Jordy Nelson has been among the best players at Packers camp through two weeks.

     

    Now entering his fifth season, Nelson is picking up right where he left off in 2011. "Wow!" receivers coach Edgar Bennett said. "This guy just continues to improve. He is an elite receiver. ... He has those three 'S' words: size strength and speed. This guy is a difference-maker." Offensive coordinator Tom Clements raved similarly: "He's a great player." While a repeat of last year's efficiency is highly unlikely, Nelson is locked into an every-down role in the game's best passing offense. Last year wasn't a fluke.

     

    Source: Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel

    http://www.rotoworld.com/playernews/nfl/football-player-news/?rw=1

     

     

    James Starks - RB - Packers

    Aug 7 - 11:18 PM

    According to the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel, Packers RB James Starks "really needs to show up in the (preseason) games."

     

    Per the Journal-Sentinel's Tom Silverstein, Starks' practices "aren't as good as they could be, and he seems to have regressed as a receiver." Silverstein's rough assessment comes four days after colleague Bob McGinn opined Starks "hasn't made strides as a pass blocker or ball carrier." Starks appears in for a full-fledged battle with Alex Green.

     

    Source: Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel

    http://www.rotoworld.com/playernews/nfl/football-player-news/?rw=1

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    Kevin Smith - RB - Lions

    Aug 7 - 6:50 PM

     

    Kevin Smith is listed as the starting running back on the Lions' first depth chart of training camp.

     

    It's out of sight, out of mind for Jahvid Best (concussion). We suspect the veteran Smith would have gotten the nod over Mikel Leshoure, though, had the latter not missed the past nine days with a hamstring injury. While this news is less than surprising, it's still noteworthy for fantasy purposes. Smith continues to climb the cheat sheets.

     

    Source: MLive.com

    http://www.rotoworld.com/playernews/nfl/football

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    What we've learned about defense, special teams

    Updated: August 5, 2012 - 11:06 PM

     

    MANKATO - After the first full week of training camp this is what we've learned about defense and special teams:

     

    Defensive line

     

    What we've learned: The team, as usual the past few years, has some impressive depth. That includes some classic edge rushers such as D'Aundre Reed showing that they can also rush from the tackle position.

     

    What needs to happen: Letroy Guion needs some preseason action to prove he can handle the move from under tackle to nose tackle at a relatively light 303 pounds. Can he make up for it with quickness? Said Jared Allen: "Letroy has feet like no other."

     

    Linebackers

     

    What we've learned: Griffen is wildly talented and can play multiple defensive positions as well as stand out on special teams. However, the switch to linebacker won't be successful after just a week or two of focusing on the position. He's flashed in camp, but he's also been inconsistent while running with the third team.

     

    What needs to happen: Like Guion, middle linebacker Jasper Brinkley just needs some actual game experience to show that he's ready to assume former Viking E.J. Henderson's old position. For what it's worth, Brinkley has not shown signs of the injuries that have plagued him for most of the past year. He missed all of last season because of hip surgery and then missed a lot of OTA and minicamp time because of a combination of hip and groin issues.

     

    Defensive backs

     

    What we've learned: These aren't your 2011 Vikings. This outfit looks NFL-worthy and then some so far. Chris Carr has looked like a solid third corner, if not a capable No. 2 if the Vikings want to limit 35-year-old Antoine Winfield to nickel back.

     

    What needs to happen: Defensive coordinator Alan Williams said the team is likely to keep either five or six corners. If veteran Zack Bowman makes the team as the fifth corner, as expected, the pressure mounts on the lower-tier guys such as Brandon Burton, Marcus Sherels and Reggie Jones.

     

    Special teams

     

    What we've learned: As advertised, rookie kicker Blair Walsh has a giant leg. He's been booming kickoffs out of the end zone.

     

    What needs to happen: Walsh needs to face the pressure of a field goal attempt that means more than ending a training camp practice. So far, he's handled that minimal pressure well.

     

    http://www.startribune.com/sports/vikings/165090456.html

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