Chicago Bears special teams coordinator Dave Toub flash...

Aug 06, 2011

Chicago Bears special teams coordinator Dave Toub flashed a grin when he was asked about plans for kickoff returns this season.

With his embarrassment of riches, it has to be difficult not to smile.

Danieal Manning handled the bulk of the kickoff returns a season ago — 33 of 59 — but he departed for the Texans in free agency. While Devin Hester had some big returns late last season — including a 79-yarder — the plan is to restore Johnny Knox to the role.

Knox was selected to the Pro Bowl as a returner after the 2009 season, and now that he's bulked up his frame by 10 pounds or so even though the team still lists him at 6-foot, 185 pounds, he can be more effective.

It doesn't mean Hester is out of the mix, but Toub wants to feature Knox, who had only eight kickoff returns last season after averaging 29 yards as a rookie in '09.

Kahlil Bell also could get some opportunities, but he could be a long shot to make the roster. Hester will continue as the primary punt returner.

Fantasy Impact:

For those in return yardage leagues, Knox's stock is on the rise. If you are in a league where yardage doesn't count but you get credit for punt and kickoff return touchdowns, Knox could give you bonus bang for you buck.

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Seahawks RB Kenneth Walker listed as DNP; RB Zach Carbonnet full

Adam Schefter on X

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Seahawks listed RB Kenneth Walker III as a Did Not Practice today while RB Zach Charbonnet was upgraded to full practice ahead of Thursday night’s game at Chicago.

Fantasy Impact:

Walker is dealing with an ankle injury and as we get closer to Thursday his status really seems to be in doubt. Charbonnet would be the team's lead back and looks to be good to go despite dealing with an elbow injury. He'd once again be a great option if Walker is unable to go.

Charger RBs Gus Edwards, J.K. Dobbins listed as limited

Pro Football Talk

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Gus Edwards is listed as a limited participant due to an ankle injury. Edwards ran 14 times for 68 yards and two touchdowns in last Sunday’s win over the Broncos.

J.K. Dobbins (knee) was also limited in his first appearance on the injury report since being designated for return from injured reserve.

Fantasy Impact:

The story said if Dobbins is going to play against the Patriots, the Chargers will have to activate him by Friday. It could be a tricky situation depending on each back's status. Owners will want to pay close attention to this situation leading up to game time.

Bengals QB Joe Burrow, WR Tee Higgins listed as limited

Pro Football Talk

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Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow told reporters on Tuesday that he feels like he’s totally past his right wrist injury, but it still landed him on the team’s injury report.

Burrow was listed as limited due to the wrist and his knee

Wide receiver Tee Higgins (ankle, knee) was listed as limited as well,

Fantasy Impact:

The story said Burrow's injury shouldn’t create much cause for concern about his availability against the Broncos on Saturday since he was listed as limited all of last week before playing without issue in the team’s win over the Browns. Burrow added there are still things he does to help with it but he's pretty much past it. The story added Higgins also played without incident last Sunday after being on the report all week.