Peyton Hillis Fantasy News 2011/2012

HacheMan · Sep 20, 2011

Peyton Hillis - RB - Browns </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Coach Pat Shurmur hinted that he wants to back off Peyton Hillis' massive workloads.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Hillis has 54 touches through two weeks, but is averaging just 3.4 yards per carry. This comes after he averaged just 3.9 YPC over the final eight games of last season. "Peyton is a bruising-style runner that needs a little bit of relief at times, and I think that's what we’ll try to do a better job of next time," said Shurmur. Selling high on Hillis is a value play.
Sep. 20 - 10:06 a.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Akron Beacon-Journal</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Sep 24, 2011

Peyton Hillis - RB - Browns </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>The Cleveland Plain-Dealer's Mary Kay Cabot reports strep throat was the illness that held Peyton Hillis out of Browns practice Friday.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>According to Cabot, the Browns remain "hopeful" he'll play on Sunday. Although strep throat is not a pleasant experience, the odds that Hillis doesn't suit up against the Dolphins are just about zero. Montario Hardesty will be in for a bigger workload than usual, but Hillis should still easily lead the Browns in touches.
Sep. 24 - 2:22 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Mary Kay Cabot on Twitter</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Sep 25, 2011

Peyton Hillis - RB - Browns </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Browns declared RB Peyton Hillis, OLs Tony Pashos and Steve Vallos, TE Jordan Cameron, DB Eric Hagg, LB Titus Brown, and QB Thaddeus Lewis inactive for Week 3 against the Dolphins.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>The Browns will turn to Montario Hardesty in the backfield and veteran Artis Hicks in place of Pashos at right tackle. Hillis is battling a severe case of strep throat, but we suspect he'll rejoin the lineup for Week 4. Hardesty, in the meantime, gets a golden opportunity to earn more carries going forward.
Sep. 25 - 11:33 a.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

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HacheMan · Sep 26, 2011

Peyton Hillis - RB - Browns </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Peyton Hillis (strep throat) was able to attend Browns team meetings Monday after sitting out Sunday's game.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>It sounds like he's getting better. The Browns likely consider Hillis day to day and probable to start Week 4 against the Titans. Keep in mind that Montario Hardesty is coming off a strong first start. It's certainly possible that Hillis and Hardesty will form a 60:40 rotation, respectively, going forward.
Sep. 26 - 2:28 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Scott Petrak on Twitter</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Sep 28, 2011

Peyton Hillis - RB - Browns </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Peyton Hillis (strep throat) is back practicing and will play in Sunday's game against the Titans, coach Pat Shurmur confirmed.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Hillis is going to get a full week of work in after getting scratched just before last week's win over the Dolphins. However, the Browns have been talking up Montario Hardesty while simultaneously saying they don't want to wear Hillis down. We're expecting a reduction in Hillis' workload to gradually set in.
Sep. 28 - 12:34 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Jim Wyatt on Twitter</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Sep 29, 2011

Peyton Hillis - RB - Browns </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Peyton Hillis insists he's "100 percent" recovered from last week's bout with strep throat.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Hillis lost 10-12 pounds last week, so he's still putting weight back on. He participated in a full practice for the second straight day Thursday. Rotoworld ranks Hillis 13th among fantasy backs for this week's game against the Titans.
Sep. 29 - 4:12 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Mary Kay Cabot on Twitter</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Oct 3, 2011

Peyton Hillis - RB - Browns </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Coach Pat Shurmur said Monday that the Browns need to get Peyton Hillis more snaps and touches than he received in Week 4.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Hillis and Montario Hardesty engaged in a full-fledged two-back rotation against the Titans. Hillis touched the ball a season-low 15 times. Hardesty got 12 touches, but would've had more than the "starter" if not for four dropped passes. The drops by Hardesty could lead to a playing-time bump for Hillis, perhaps. The Browns face Oakland in Week 6 after a Week 5 bye.
Oct. 3 - 2:16 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Mary Kay Cabot on Twitter</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Oct 19, 2011

Peyton Hillis - RB - Browns </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Peyton Hillis (hamstring) missed Browns practice Wednesday, as expected.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>The Browns appear to be preparing Montario Hardesty to start against the Seahawks, but are still holding out hope that Hillis might be available in a limited capacity. This will be a fantasy football situation to avoid in Week 7.
Oct. 19 - 2:49 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

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

HacheMan · Oct 24, 2011

Peyton Hillis - RB - Browns </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Peyton Hillis (hamstring) ran on Monday, and is being called day-to-day by coach Pat Shurmur.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>A good initial sign for Hillis' Week 8 status, but what he does in Wednesday practice will be the first real indication of where he's at after sitting out in Week 7. If Hillis is active against the 49ers, he could be in for a near 50-50 timeshare with Montario Hardesty, who ran for 95 tough yards against the Seahawks on Sunday.
Oct. 24 - 2:12 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Nate Ulrich on Twitter</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Oct 26, 2011

Peyton Hillis - RB - Browns </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Peyton Hillis (hamstring) was officially listed as "limited" in Browns practice Wednesday.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>The real story is that Hillis took first-team reps ahead of Montario Hardesty, and is being projected for 20-25 touches Sunday against San Francisco. The limited practice isn't a concern. He'll be in the Week 8 starting lineup.
Oct. 26 - 5:02 p.m. ET</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Oct 31, 2011

Peyton Hillis - RB - Browns </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Browns coach Pat Shurmur said at his Monday press conference Peyton Hillis (hamstring) remains day-to-day.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Hardly a ringing endorsement for Hillis' Week 9 prospects, though he'll now be under extra pressure to return with Montario Hardesty out with a calf injury. He needs to practice Wednesday to have a realistic chance of returning against the Texans.
Oct. 31 - 2:11 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Mary Kay Cabot on Twitter</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Nov 1, 2011

Peyton Hillis - RB - Browns </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>The Browns tentatively expect Peyton Hillis (hamstring) to play in Sunday's game against the Texans.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>With Montario Hardesty (calf) out, Hillis will likely try to gut it out at less than 100 percent. "We're hopeful," coach Pat Shurmur said. We'll know more about Hillis' status after Wednesday's practice. Remember that he was on track to play in Week 8 before he suffered a setback in practice.
Nov. 1 - 11:14 a.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Nov 3, 2011

Peyton Hillis - RB - Browns </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Peyton Hillis (hamstring) participated in Browns practice Thursday.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>According to beat writers on the scene, Hillis ran with the first-team offense and appeared to be moving well. Coach Pat Shurmur will likely update Hillis' status after practice, but for now it looks like they are counting on him for Sunday's game against the Texans. If he can sustain health in tomorrow's practice and the game, Hillis will be in for a heavy workload.
Nov. 3 - 1:49 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

Hamilbet · Nov 4, 2011

I read a rumor he got caught using the juice.

VegasJogger · Nov 7, 2011

i really thought he was going to have another great year and be the bulk of the browns offense again

HacheMan · Nov 14, 2011

Peyton Hillis - RB - Browns </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>The Browns have already ruled Peyton Hillis (hamstring) out for Week 11.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>It's the second straight Monday Hillis has been ruled out, which suggests he's nowhere near a return. Coach Pat Shurmur would only allow at his press conference that he "thinks" Hillis will play again this season. This will be the fifth consecutive game Hillis has missed, and sixth of the year. Backup Montario Hardesty (calf) has yet to be ruled out, but didn't sound close when Shurmur spoke last Wednesday. For now, consider Chris Ogbonnaya likely to make his third straight start.
Nov. 14 - 2:01 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Mary Kay Cabot on Twitter</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Nov 17, 2011

Peyton Hillis - RB - Browns </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Coach Pat Shurmur admitted it's "hard to say" when Peyton Hillis (hamstring) will resume practicing.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Shurmur said it could be next week, could be a couple more weeks. The bottom line is the Browns don't really know and Hillis hasn't even come close to practicing in either of the last two weeks. Montario Hardesty is going to beat him back into the lineup.
Nov. 17 - 11:57 a.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Scott Petrak on Twitter</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Nov 21, 2011

Peyton Hillis - RB - Browns </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Browns coach Pat Shurmur ruled out Peyton Hillis (hamstring) for Week 12 at his Monday press conference.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>It's the third straight Monday Hillis has been ruled out, suggesting he isn't close to a return. Sunday will be the sixth consecutive game he's missed, and seventh of the season. He remains worth holding onto if you have an available roster spot, but with Montario Hardesty (calf) nearing a return and Chris Ogbonnaya coming on the past two weeks, Hillis won't be coming back to a workhorse role.
Nov. 21 - 1:56 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Mary Kay Cabot on Twitter</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Nov 23, 2011

Peyton Hillis - RB - Browns </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Peyton Hillis (hamstring) participated in individual drills Wednesday, but did not officially practice.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Hillis is ruled out for Week 12, but it's his first sign of progress in weeks. A Week 13 return is now at least on the radar, but considering how long his injury has lingered, he'll be far from a sure bet to suit up against the Ravens.
Nov. 23 - 1:45 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Mary Kay Cabot on Twitter</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Nov 30, 2011

Peyton Hillis - RB - Browns </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Peyton Hillis (hamstring) participated fully in Browns practice Wednesday.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>The full session is a good sign. Hillis surprisingly carried the load in Week 12 and emerged unscathed. He figures to start and push for 20 touches again this week, but is facing the Ravens' No. 3 run defense. Consider Hillis a flex play only.
Nov. 30 - 12:11 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Nate Ulrich on Twitter</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>