Lloyd said he believes that the design of coach John Fo...

Sep 30, 2011

Lloyd said he believes that the design of coach John Fox and offense coordinator Mike McCoy's offense is responsible for his decreased numbers to start the season. In a run-first, ball-control type of system, the deep shots have been few and far between.

Lloyd's two longest catches of the year have been for 20 yards each, and his average is 12.7 yards per reception. The team's longest pass play was a 52-yard catch by Eric Decker against Cincinnati.

"I think it's just us, the coaching staff staying true to running the ball. I think we've kind of gotten into a game-management mode, into an aggressive 'take control' mode, and I think that's what has limited us," Lloyd said.

Lloyd's argument is perfectly illustrated in that touchdown drive against Tennessee. Lloyd lined up wide left on 11 snaps, wide right on three others and once in the slot. Orton attempted 10 passes on the drive, none longer than 10 yards, and none to Lloyd. The Broncos also called six running plays.

"Have we played a certain style of offense the first three weeks of the season? Yes. But we'll find ways to get him the ball," McCoy said.

McCoy said the team has a number of plays designed for Lloyd, specifically long passes, in the game plan each week.

Fantasy Impact:

Even with John Fox's arrival, we were still optimistic about Lloyd's chances with Kyle Orton under center, but Eric Decker led the Broncos in targets (12) on Sunday, while Lloyd only saw seven passes come his way. He's going to need to be the Broncos' clear #1 WR if he's going to post the WR2 numbers that fantasy owners were expecting when they drafted him in the 5th/6th rounds.

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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

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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.