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Patriots offense getting healthy
The New England offense could be near full strength for the first time all season when the Patriots play the Tennessee Titans in Saturday’s playoff matchup. Running back REX BURKHEAD and… More wideout CHRIS HOGAN are apparently close to returning, while it’s possible running back JAMES WHITE could also play against the Titans. Less
Source: NESN.com
Gillislee, Burkhead out vs. Jets
New England running backs MIKE GILLISLEE and REX BURKHEAD have both been ruled out for Sunday’s game against the New York Jets. With fellow running back JAMES WHITE questionable, the only sure bets against the Jets will be DION LEWIS and BRANDON BOLDEN. Fantasy owners take note.
Source: USA Today
Patriots RB Burkhead injures knee
New England multipurpose tailback REX BURKHEAD suffered a knee injury early in the third quarter of the Patriots game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday. There was no immediate word on the extent of his injury, but Burkhead was ruled out for the game almost immediately. Stay tuned.
Source: Boston Globe
Mailbag: November 17, 2017
Ian Allan answers your fantasy football questions. In this edition: dissecting the RBBC situation in New England. Dialing back expectations for Dede Westbrook. And a figuring out a plan for Alfred Morris. more »
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Gillislee a healthy scratch for Patriots
The good news for MIKE GILLISLEE’s fantasy owners is that the Patriots running back is healthy. What's changed, however, is that the other running backs on the roster are finally healthy… More as well. With REX BURKHEAD returning from injury and everyone feeling good, Gillislee has seen a reduced role that could continue for the foreseeable future. Less
Source: New England Sports Network
Gronkowski, Burkhead to be ready for Week #6
New England tight end ROB GRONKOWSKI showed up late in the week on the injury report and did not play for the Patriots on Thursday night. Fortunately for Gronkowski and his… More fantasy owners, the injury does not appear too serious and he is expected back next week. Also expected to return next week is Patriots running back REX BURKHEAD, who has been out with a rib injury. Less
Source: New England 247sports.com
Burkhead likely to miss game vs. Texans
New England running back REX BURKHEAD suffered a rib injury last week against New Orleans and hasn’t practiced all week, putting his availability for this weekend’s game against the Houston Texans… More in jeopardy. The Patriots have several injured players that seem to be trending in the right direction, but Burkhead appears to be the exception. Fantasy owners should monitor the status of their Patriots stars closely leading up to game time. Less
Source: Team Website
Gillislee auditions for goal-line role
Patriots running back MIKE GILLISLEE wants to be New England’s goal-line back this season. His first two opportunities in practice over the weekend resulted in him powering into the end zone… More for touchdowns. Other backs on the roster are more finesse-type backs, including JAMES WHITE, DION LEWIS, and newly acquired REX BURKHEAD. Given his skill set and opening audition, it looks like Gillislee could be in line for a big fantasy season in 2017 in a goal-line role. Less
Source: Boston Globe
Gillislee joins Patriots
Running back MIKE GILLISLEE is officially a Patriot after the Buffalo Bills declined to match his offer from New England. Gillislee will offer a ton of fantasy potential, although he will… More have company in the New England backfield with DION LEWIS, JAMES WHITE, and fellow newcomer REX BURKHEAD also in the mix. Less
Source: New England Sports Network
Big day for Bengals Burkhead
With their top two running backs out with injuries, the Cincinnati Bengals turned to fourth-year back REX BURKHEAD on Sunday against the Baltimore Ravens. The Bengals and any fantasy owners that started Burkhead were rewarded as he topped 100 rushing yards and scored 2 touchdowns to wrap up the season.
Source: Cincinnati Enquirer