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Lions ink LB Plamer to two-year extension

Lions signed LB Ashlee Palmer to a two-year contract extension.

Palmer will earn a base salary of $1 million in 2013, and then $1.25 million in 2014. The 26-year-old backup outside linebacker appeared in all 16 games this past season and recorded 24 tackles, mainly as a special teams contributor. Both of Detroit's starting outside 'backers, DeAndre Levy and Justin Durant, are scheduled to hit unrestricted free agency this offseason.

Source: Detroit Free Press

Thu, Jan 3, 2013 11:56:00 PM

Carlos Hyde returns in the second quarter

Carlos Hyde (hip) returned to the Week 3 game against the Rams in the second quarter.

After the first quarter injury and being called questionable, he got some heat treatment on his left hip and kept his helmet on for most of his time on the sideline. For now, it looks like Hyde should be OK. If he's limited, Matt Breida would pick up some extra work. We'll let you know how Hyde looks the rest of the way.

Sep 21 - 9:11 PM

Jimmy Graham doesn't practice again Thursday

Jimmy Graham (ankle) did not practice on Thursday.

That makes it two missed practices in a row and he's shaping up to be very questionable for Week 3 against the Titans. The Seahawks have listed him on the injury report with an ankle injury, but the team did say he banged his knee in Week 2. If Graham can't play, Luke Wilson and Nick Vannett would likely fill in while the Seahawks run with more three-wide sets.

Sep 21 - 7:18 PM

Melvin Gordon (knee) pops up on injury report

Melvin Gordon was added to the Chargers' injury report on Thursday, getting in a limited session with a knee issue.

Not what you want to see, but there's a strong chance it's simply the Chargers playing it safe with a back who has a history of knee issues. At this point, there's zero reason to believe Gordon won't be out there against the Chiefs on Sunday.

Sep 21 - 6:53 PM

Demaryius Thomas upgraded to 'full' Thursday

Demaryius Thomas (hamstring) was upgraded to "full" in Thursday's practice.

Thomas is ready to rock for Sunday's trip to Buffalo. He's camped out on the WR1/2 borderline.

Sep 21 - 6:20 PM

Jordan Howard remains 'limited' on Thursday

Jordan Howard (shoulder) remained "limited" in Thursday's practice.

The Bears haven't spoken much on Howard's status, but the back-to-back limited sessions suggest he will suit up against the Steelers. At less than 100 percent with Tarik Cohen monopolizing passing-game work, Howard will be an RB3 if he manages to play against the Steelers' tough defense.

Sep 21 - 5:32 PM

Pats' Butler unsure if he'll start vs. Texans

Patriots RCB Malcolm Butler is unsure if he will start in Week 3.

Butler came off the bench in Week 2, but ended up playing 49-of-65 snaps. Coach Bill Belichick has made it clear he hasn't been happy with Butler's play. He had a rough Week 1 in the Chiefs' beatdown of the Pats, but was better against the Saints. Eagles castoff Eric Rowe is the Pats' No. 3 corner.

Source: Jeff Howe on Twitter

Sep 21 - 5:28 PM

Cards' Nelson limited with hamstring issue

J.J. Nelson was limited with a hamstring injury in Thursday's practice.

It's a new injury for Nelson, though the "limited" practice suggests it's not serious. He has an extra day to get healthy with the Cardinals playing on Monday Night Football. Any sort of hamstring issue is still not something you want to see for a burner such as Nelson. His status will be updated on Friday.

Sep 21 - 5:24 PM

Study reveals Aaron Hernandez had Stage 3 CTE

A study of deceased ex-Patriots TE Aaron Hernandez's brain revealed a case of Stage 3 CTE.

Stage 3 CTE is associated with "cognitive impairment and trouble with executive functions like planning and organizing." Hernandez was one of the youngest ex-players to be diagnosed with the brain disorder, which is the result of repeated head trauma. Serving a life sentence for murder, Hernandez committed suicide in April.

Source: The New York Times

Sep 21 - 4:39 PM

Sam Bradford (knee) 'limited' on Thursday

Sam Bradford (knee) was officially "limited" in Thursday's practice.

It would appear Bradford is on track to return against the Bucs. If he does indeed suit up, he will be a mid-range QB2 at less than 100 percent against a feisty defense.

Source: Chris Tomasson on Twitter

Sep 21 - 4:20 PM

Rob Gronkowski officially limited on Thursday

Rob Gronkowski (groin) was officially "limited" in Thursday's practice.

It puts Gronk on track to play against the Texans. He will likely remain limited on Friday. Perhaps the Patriots will create the impression he's a game-time decision, but Pats/Texans kick off at 1ET. Fantasy owners will have clarity when setting their lineups.

Source: James Palmer on Twitter

Sep 21 - 4:17 PM

Arians: Chris Johnson should see more carries

Cardinals coach Bruce Arians expects Chris Johnson's carries to increase in Week 3.

Making his 2017 debut, Johnson had 11 carries in Week 2, soundly out-playing Kerwynn Williams. Arians appears ready to give Johnson a chance to run with starting duties during David Johnson's absence. Fantasy players shouldn't expect more than an RB3 day, but Johnson is worth scooping up in leagues where he remains unowned (admittedly, probably not many).

Source: Mike Jurecki on Twitter

Sep 21 - 4:11 PM