Maurice Jones-Drew Fantasy News 2010/2011

HacheMan · Aug 30, 2010

</TD></TR><TR vAlign=top><TD class=subHead vAlign=top colSpan=3>Report: Jones-Drew's knee 'should be OK' </TD></TR><TR vAlign=top><TD class=vaLabel colSpan=3>Maurice Jones-Drew - RB - JAC - Aug. 30 - 1:14 p.m. ET</B> </TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=top colSpan=3>According to Fox Sports' Jay Glazer, Maurice Jones-Drew "should be OK" with a lateral meniscus injury in his knee.
The Jaguars will hold him out of practice this week, but coach Jack Del Rio emphasized that Jones-Drew did not have surgery on the knee and no surgery will be necessary. The Jags seem confident that Jones-Drew will be fine for the regular season, but we wouldn't fault risk averse fantasy owners for choosing Ray Rice or Frank Gore at No. 3 instead.
Source: Jay Glazer on Twitter
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HacheMan · Sep 6, 2010

Maurice Jones-Drew - RB - Jaguars </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Maurice Jones-Drew (knee) was practicing with the Jaguars on Monday.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>The level of Jones-Drew's participation is not yet known, but this confirms that he'll start against the Broncos on Sunday. While Jones-Drew's meniscus injury is one to monitor and could get worse, it's not an immediate threat to his workload. Confidently draft MJD in the top-5 and use him in your lineup this week. Just be sure to snag Rashad Jennings as a handcuff.
Sep. 6 - 1:18 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Tania Gagnuli on Twitter</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Sep 8, 2010

Maurice Jones-Drew - RB - Jaguars Amid speculation and reports to the contrary, Maurice Jones-Drew (knee) insisted Wednesday that he is healthy.
"There is no injury," Jones-Drew said. "It's a non-issue. It's a rest issue. We've been working hard since April, and coaches and I decided it was better to rest." MJD finished the preseason with -2 yards on six carries. September 8 - 4:06 p.m. ET
Source: Denver Post

HacheMan · Sep 9, 2010

</TD></TR><TR vAlign=top><TD class=subHead vAlign=top colSpan=3>Jones-Drew (knee) not on Week 1 injury report </TD></TR><TR vAlign=top><TD class=vaLabel colSpan=3>Maurice Jones-Drew - RB - JAC - Sep. 8 - 5:59 p.m. ET</B> </TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=top colSpan=3>Maurice Jones-Drew's name does not appear on the Jaguars' Week 1 injury report.
Those aware of the situation know MJD missed the last two exhibition games and numerous late-camp practices with a knee injury. At one point, a report even surfaced that he had surgery. The Jags, though, don't appear to be concerned, and Jones-Drew should certainly be in fantasy lineups against the Broncos. Owners would still be wise to hang tightly to Rashad Jennings.
Source: Tania Ganguli on Twitter
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HacheMan · Sep 22, 2010

Maurice Jones-Drew - RB - Jaguars Maurice Jones-Drew was limited in Wednesday's practice with an ankle injury.
Perhaps the ankle injury sheds some light on Jones-Drew's limited role in Week 2, as he lost late-game carries to Rashad Jennings. The Jags were also getting blown out, of course, but this is a situation to monitor. Through two games, he has a 3.7 yards-per-carry average, no TDs, and a fumble lost. September 22 - 4:42 p.m. ET
Source: Tania Ganguli on Twitter

HacheMan · Sep 23, 2010

Maurice Jones-Drew - RB - Jaguars Maurice Jones-Drew (ankle) was limited again in Thursday's practice.
Offensive coordinator Dirk Koetter confirmed earlier in the day that Jones-Drew is in no danger of missing this week's game. The Eagles defense is far from a shut-down unit, falling victim to Jahvid Best last week as the first rookie in history with at least 75 rushing yards, 150 receiving yards and three touchdowns in one game. September 23 - 5:01 p.m. ET
Source: Paul Kuharsky on Twitter

HacheMan · Oct 4, 2010

Maurice Jones-Drew - RB - Jaguars Maurice Jones-Drew was getting around without a protective device on his tweaked ankle on Monday.
MJD left and reentered the Jags' Week 4 upset of Indianapolis on multiple occasions, but the injury clearly isn't serious. He might be limited early in the practice week, but should start in a tasty Week 5 matchup with Buffalo. October 4 - 5:24 p.m. ET
Source: Tania Ganguli on Twitter

HacheMan · Oct 6, 2010

</TD></TR><TR vAlign=top><TD class=subHead vAlign=top colSpan=3>Jags hold Jones-Drew (ankle) out of practice </TD></TR><TR vAlign=top><TD class=vaLabel colSpan=3>Maurice Jones-Drew - RB - JAC - Oct. 6 - 2:20 p.m. ET</B> </TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=top colSpan=3>Maurice Jones-Drew (ankle) was held out of Wednesday's practice.
Players with serious ankle sprains usually show up on Mondays in boots, but MJD was getting around without protection earlier this week. His Wednesday absence is likely precautionary. Jones-Drew is probable to start in Week 5 against a Bills defense that ranks dead last in the league against the run and has surrendered an NFL-most seven rushing touchdowns in four games.
Source: Tania Ganguli on Twitter
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HacheMan · Oct 7, 2010

Maurice Jones-Drew - RB - Jaguars </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Maurice Jones-Drew (ankle) returned to a full practice on Thursday.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>We expected Jones-Drew to return to practice, and doing so without limitations is a very encouraging sign. He was likely just getting extra rest on Wednesday. MJD is a top-two fantasy option this week against the league's worst run defense at Buffalo.
Oct. 7 - 4:48 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Tania Ganguli on Twitter</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Oct 8, 2010

Maurice Jones-Drew - RB - Jaguars </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Maurice Jones-Drew (probable, ankle) practiced fully again on Friday.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Jones-Drew is our No. 3 running back start against the Bills in Week 5.
Oct. 8 - 6:34 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

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HacheMan · Oct 11, 2010

Maurice Jones-Drew - RB - Jaguars </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>X-rays on Maurice Jones-Drew's tweaked right wrist came back negative.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>David Garrard noted that Jones-Drew was "screaming" in pain after the fourth-quarter injury, but MJD came back to finish the game. Jones-Drew figures to be held out of some practice this week, as usual, but start in Week 6.
Oct. 11 - 5:54 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Tania Ganguli on Twitter</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Oct 11, 2010

Steve Smith - WR - Panthers </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Darin Gantt of the Charlotte Observer predicts that Steve Smith (ankle) will not be healthy enough to play in Week 7.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>The Panthers have a Week 6 bye, but Gantt doesn't believe it'll be enough time for Smith's high ankle sprain to recover. With Carolina at 0-5 and coach John Fox seeming unlikely to be back in 2011 anyway, the Panthers don't have much incentive to hurry Smith back if he doesn't heal ahead of schedule.
Oct. 11 - 5:44 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Darin Gantt on Twitter</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Oct 14, 2010

Maurice Jones-Drew - RB - Jaguars </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Maurice Jones-Drew (hand/wrist) was held out of practice again on Thursday, but he fully intends to play against the Titans on Monday night.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Jones-Drew said his hand is swollen, but it's "nothing serious, no structural damage. That's it." The Jags have an extra practice day this week, so Jones-Drew is getting some much deserved rest. Count on having him as a RB1 this week, though Jones-Drew owners should have impressive rookie Deji Karim rostered for insurance.
Oct. 14 - 4:25 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Associated Press</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Nov 29, 2010

Maurice Jones-Drew - RB - Jaguars </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Maurice Jones-Drew (abdomen) confirmed he was fine following Sunday's loss to the Giants.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Jones-Drew came in with a questionable tag, but did not appear limited at all. He is riding four straight 100-yard games and gets the Raiders, Colts and Redskins in Weeks 14-16. MJD is currently fantasy's No. 7 overall running back and is trending up.
Nov. 29 - 10:52 a.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Florida Times Union</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Dec 15, 2010

Maurice Jones-Drew - RB - Jaguars Maurice Jones-Drew (knee) was held out of Jaguars practice Wednesday.
Jones-Drew was seen running onto the field by reporters at the start of the workout, so it looks like just a day of rest. He'll square off Sunday with an Indianapolis run defense MJD has dominated throughout his career. December 15 - 6:01 p.m. ET

HacheMan · Dec 19, 2010

Maurice Jones-Drew - RB - Jaguars </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Maurice Jones-Drew (knee) and David Garrard (hamstring) are both active for Sunday's game against the Colts.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Neither player was in real danger of missing this key divisional matchup, but there is more concern surrounding Garrard's health. His already limited mobility may be compromised in this difficult matchup. Jones-Drew is the hottest running back in the league and must be in all lineups. The Jaguars inactives: Third QB Todd Bouman, WR John Matthews, WR Tiquan Underwood, T Daniel Baldridge, DT Nate Collins, DE Aaron Morgan, LB Justin Durant and S Courtney Greene. Russell Allen is starting in place of Durant and Sean Considine is starting in place of Greene.
Dec. 19 - 11:44 a.m. ET</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Dec 22, 2010

Maurice Jones-Drew - RB - Jaguars </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Jaguars coach Jack Del Rio was noncommittal Wednesday when asked about Maurice Jones-Drew's (knee) status for Week 16 against Washington.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Asked if MJD might miss the game, Del Rio replied "I hope not. ... The way I look at it, we're always optimistic. We get the information to go through the week. Get the feedback from the player, from the trainer, from the doctors and all that, then make a determination." Jones-Drew is tentatively expected to play, although he too was cautious when asked to make a prediction.
Dec. 22 - 3:57 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Florida Times Union</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Dec 23, 2010

Maurice Jones-Drew - RB - Jaguars </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>The Jaguars website confirmed via its Twitter account that the Week 16 status of Maurice Jones-Drew (knee) and Mike Sims-Walker (ankle) will be declared by Friday afternoon.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Both players sat out again on Thursday. Coach Jack Del Rio made it known this week that he detests game-time decisions because players will convince him they're ready to play when they're not. If the hyphen boys aren't ready to practice by Friday morning, there's a good chance they'll be held out against the Redskins. At this point, we're expecting both to play with limited effectiveness.
Dec. 23 - 4:31 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Jacksonville Jaguars on Twitter</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Dec 27, 2010

Maurice Jones-Drew - RB - Jaguars </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Swelling in Maurice Jones-Drew's knee is what caused him to miss Sunday's loss to the Redskins.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>It's the first game Jones-Drew has missed in his career due to injury. He's played on the troublesome knee all season, but the swelling grew significantly worse ahead of Week 16. MJD's status for Week 17 at Houston is unknown.
Dec. 27 - 11:43 a.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Florida Times Union</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Dec 30, 2010

Maurice Jones-Drew - RB - Jaguars </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Offensive coordinator Dirk Koetter confirmed that Maurice Jones-Drew was advised before the season that his knee might not hold up over the course of a 16-game schedule.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>"It's really remarkable that he put up the numbers that he did and ran the way he did for as long as he did," said Koetter. Added Jones-Drew to the Florida Times-Union, "It wasn't hurt to the point that I couldn't play on it but we knew that if I did play on it this could happen. I chose to do it. I wanted to play football and I love playing the game. This is the price you pay sometimes." MJD has been told that he'll need surgery after the season, but he's going to get a second opinion to try to avoid going under the knife.
Dec. 30 - 3:53 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Mark Long on Twitter</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>