The little note I found to be of particular interest is this:
"Determined to stay sharp, Cutler threw passes to Bears wide receivers and tight end Greg Olsen in the weeks leading up to training camp when players weren’t required to be at Halas Hall."
First and foremost it shows Cutler and Olsen are taking on leadership roles in the offense. Secondly, it seems each of them knows they need the other to enjoy success. Thirdly, they are motivated and hungry. Maybe it's me, but today's professional athletes don't always get excited about putting in extra time in the last few weeks before the grind of a grueling season begins. I've already moved Olsen into my top 5 TE's this season, but I'm wondering if I'm selling him short.
The Blitz starts this week in Arizona where newly signed Beanie Wells got hurt. Wells and Hightower have lost weight and both appear to feel lighter and faster, however will they wear down?
Tarvaris Jackson's knee injury has added further drama to Minnesota's quarterback battle. The injury hasn't given Brad Childress enough reason to bring in another QB. Has it cost him the starting job?
I'm touting Darren McFadden as a player to target in 2009. After looking at film from last season, Tom Cable wants to get him more touches. McFadden will steadily climb ADP rankings the closer we get to NFL opening day so grab him now!
I also advocated putting faith into Larry Johnson last week and there is a nice Q & A with the running back available on the team's site. Johnson has plenty to prove and he has matured as a result of last season's events.
Julius Peppers spoke about his contract issues this summer in an interview with the Charlotte Observer.
Giants wide receiver Steve Smith is confident he can fill the void left by Plaxico Burress. I recently wrote about Smith being a guy who should capitalize on the increase of balls thrown his way.
If you happen to land Colts TE Dallas Clark on your fantasy roster in 2009 you might want to follow his blog. Speaking of TEs, considering Shockey for your fantasy squad? Shockey says he isn't limited at all in this Q & A from the Saints official site.
Jarvis Moss left Broncos camp and is considering retirement. Out in Seattle veteran gaurd Mike Wahle was released after failing a physical, likely ending his NFL career.
That's all for this week folks!
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