Fantasy Football Previews - Week 2 - Chicago Bears @ Green Bay Packers

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Bears

In Week 1, the Jay Cutler-Brandon Marshall connection reminded the fantasy world of its explosiveness, which should emerge even more against a weak Packers defensive backfield that already carries personnel uncertainty. Rookie Alshon Jeffery has another tantalizing opportunity to display his big-play ability and might be on his way to every-week standard-scoring consideration.

Of course, the Bears' front five, one of their biggest concerns, may struggle to deal with Green Bay's often suffocating pass rush at Lambeau Field. Chicago didn't have much trouble last week because the Colts' Dwight Freeney was dinged up.

Though the latter will threaten the former's touchdown production throughout the year, Matt Forte and Michael Bush should put up capable numbers. Forte will have his shots to test the secondary via the air, and the Packers' troubles with tackling in the opener mean both carriers could tack on plenty of yards after contact and catches.

Ignore Chicago's tight end crop until further notice.

Packers

First, a loss in Week 1, now the likely absence of Greg Jennings (groin) for Week 2: At least Green Bay has an abundance of targets to aid Aaron Rodgers. Chicago has given him hints of trouble in the past with their Tampa 2 elements, but Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher, a key culprit in giving GB issues over the years, isn't 100 percent. Charles Tillman's leg injury leaves him vulnerable, as well.

With Jennings sidelined, Jordy Nelson may get bottled up more frequently over the top but doesn't deserve fantasy benching. Expect the Cheeseheads to continue deploying Randall Cobb on occasion out of the backfield and involve James Jones a bit more. Donald Driver might see a few more snaps but not enough to recommend adding him to your roster.

Meanwhile, tight end Jermichael Finley was their top target collector Sunday, mostly on dink-and-dunk seeks. Drops remain a concern, but he might have a similar role if Chicago's run D can squash Cedric Benson, whose involvement, as usual, will depend on game pace. Maybe we'll see more of Alex Green, but who cares?

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Bears fantasy football rankings

Pos Rk

Fan Value

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Packers fantasy football rankings

Pos Rk	Fan Value	Player
10	1	Jermichael Finley

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Bears latest news and notes

Bears | Kyle Long agrees to terms

The Chicago Bears and first-round pick OG Kyle Long agreed to terms Friday, May 17, on a four-year contract with a club option for a fifth year. Financial terms of the deal were undisclosed. Long is the last of the picks from the 2013 NFL Draft to sign with the team.

Bears | Henry Melton not worrying about contract

Chicago Bears DT Henry Melton said he is not worrying about his contract situation and will allow the team to decide whether they want to sign him to a long-term contract. "I'm not going to really think too much about it," Melton said. "It's a decision that comes from within and upstairs if they want to keep me long term. We're just kind of talking through some things. Everyone is getting set up and getting the drafted guys done. Hopefully we can sit down and get something done."

Bears | Jim Miller hired

The Chicago Bears hired former QB Jim Miller to a communications position.

Bears | Several sit out workout Wednesday

Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall (hip), PK Robbie Gould (calf) and WR Marcus Rucker (undisclosed) did not participate in organized team activities Wednesday, May 15.

Bears | Gabe Carimi told team he would not be at workouts

Updating a previous report, Chicago Bears OG Gabe Carimi told the team during their April minicamp that he would not be attending the organized team activities and will work out in Arizona. Carimi believes working out in Arizona will give him the best opportunity to regain full strength in the knee that has bothered him since he entered the league.

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Packers latest news and notes

Packers | Alex Green rushed back

Green Bay Packers RB Alex Green (knee) admitted he rushed back from a torn anterior cruciate ligament to compete for carries in training camp last season. He said it was premature, and by December, his knee was sore and swollen.

Packers | Five players signed

The Green Bay Packers have signed free-agent CB Brandon E. Smith (Seahawks), and undrafted free-agent FB Jonathan Amosa (Washington), WR Tyrone Walker (Illinois State), LB Donte Savage (New Mexico State) and LB Jarvis Wilson (Prairie View A&M). Terms of the contracts were not disclosed. The team also released FB Ryan Roberson.

Packers | Eddie Lacy not worried about toe

Green Bay Packers RB Eddie Lacy (toe) said he is not worried about his surgically repaired toe and does not believe it will be a problem. "It's nothing that I'm thinking about. I'm pretty sure I won't have any problems with it. It's holding up good. The surgery was basically perfect, and now it's about getting back to doing what I know how to do best," Lacy said.

Packers | Eddie Lacy thinks he will fit offense

Green Bay Packers RB Eddie Lacy said he believes he will fit in the offense well this season. "I feel that I can fit into the offense perfectly. They won't have to change anything. I'll be able to go in there and adapt to it. It'll keep defenses guessing," Lacy said.

Packers | B.J. Coleman could push for No. 2 QB job

Green Bay Packers QB B.J. Coleman could compete with QB Graham Harrell for the No. 2 quarterback job during offseason workouts and training camp.

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Bears - Week 2 injury report

PROBABLE	LB Brian Urlacher (knee)
QUESTIONABLE	CB Charles Tillman (shin), TE Kyle Adams (shoulder)
PUP	WR Johnny Knox (back)
INJURED RESERVE	FS Brandon Hardin (neck), RB Lorenzo Booker (head)

Packers - Week 2 injury report

QUESTIONABLE	DL C.J. Wilson (groin), LB Jamari Lattimore (ankle)
DOUBTFUL	CB Davon House (shoulder), RB James Starks (toe), WR Greg Jennings (groin)
OUT	LB Terrell Manning (concussion)
PUP	OT Derek Sherrod (leg), LB Frank Zombo (hamstring), OG Jaymes Brooks (hamstring), TE Andrew Quarless (knee)
INJURED RESERVE	DL Johnny Jones (knee), LB Vic So'oto (ankle), RB Duane Bennett (undisclosed), LB Desmond Bishop (hamstring), TE Eric Lair (knee), OT Mike McCabe (hip)

Bears fantasy football leaders and statistics

Player Name	Pos	Fan Pts	PaYd	PaTD	Run	RuYd	RuTD	Rec	ReYd	ReTD
Marshall, Brandon	WR	210.00	0	0	1	-2	0	118	1508	11
Cutler, Jay	QB	209.00	3033	19	41	233	0	0	0	0
Forte, Matt	RB	169.00	0	0	248	1094	5	44	340	1
Bush, Michael	RB	69.00	0	0	114	411	5	9	83	0
Jeffery, Alshon	WR	51.00	0	0	0	0	0	24	367	3
Bennett, Earl	WR	44.00	0	0	0	0	0	29	375	2
Davis, Kellen	TE	31.00	0	0	0	0	0	19	229	2
Hester, Devin	WR	24.00	0	0	3	6	0	23	242	1
Allen, Armando	RB	17.00	0	0	27	124	1	2	16	0
Campbell, Jason	QB	13.00	171	2	6	23	0	0	0	0
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Packers fantasy football leaders and statistics

Player Name	Pos	Fan Pts	PaYd	PaTD	Run	RuYd	RuTD	Rec	ReYd	ReTD
Rodgers, Aaron	QB	420.00	4826	42	59	299	2	1	-1	0
Jones, James	WR	177.00	0	0	0	0	0	72	922	15
Cobb, Randall	WR	150.00	0	0	14	161	0	86	985	8
Nelson, Jordy	WR	123.00	0	0	0	0	0	57	842	7
Finley, Jermichael	TE	78.00	0	0	0	0	0	66	712	2
Jennings, Greg	WR	68.00	0	0	0	0	0	46	481	5
Harris, DuJuan	RB	54.00	0	0	62	257	4	9	81	0
Green, Alex	RB	50.00	0	0	135	464	0	18	125	0
Benson, Cedric	RB	37.00	0	0	71	248	1	14	97	0
Crabtree, Tom	TE	37.00	0	0	0	0	0	9	213	3
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Bears depth chart

QB	RB	FB	WR (Left)	WR (Right)	TE	PK
Jay Cutler	Matt Forte	Evan Rodriguez	Brandon Marshall	Earl Bennett	Martellus Bennett	Robbie Gould
Josh McCown	Michael Bush	Harvey Unga	Alshon Jeffery	Devin Hester	Steve Maneri	Austin Signor
Matt Blanchard	Armando Allen		Joe Anderson	Eric Weems	Kyle Adams
	Michael Ford		Marquess Wilson	Terrence Toliver

Packers depth chart

WR (Left)

WR (Right)