Fantasy Football Previews - Week 3 - St. Louis Rams @ Chicago Bears

St. Louis Rams @ Chicago Bears
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Rams

The looming St. Louis question going in is the availability of Steven Jackson. Initial reports last week said a groin injury was what kept him limited in Week 2. Tests didn't reveal significant damage, but he's questionable heading into Sunday. Daryl Richardson, whose style resembles Jackson's, impressed in spell duty and might carve out a weekly role even if Jackson plays. If Jackson doesn't play, Richardson is flex-worthy with the upside for more.

St. Louis' patchwork offensive line is just as significant an issue. Roger Saffold (knee) and Scott Wells (foot) will miss at least a month. Chicago's pass rush has been potent and should remind you to keep Bradford on the bench.

Danny Amendola, meanwhile, could rack up another big reception day if Bradford has to settle for short gains. Though Brandon Gibson might sneak in another score, he stands among the non-Amendola options as a risky play.

Bears

Matt Forte (ankle) will miss Week 3, making Michael Bush a strong option. St. Louis hasn't given up many rushing yards, but they haven't been tested often and have still allowed 4.8 yards per tote. Bush is the type that can power through them. This contest also reeks of garbage time points for him.

Jay Cutler's line will get an unexpected test from a young, potent Rams defensive line, but it could still be a reprieve compared to recent opponents. If you're playing a QB committee, he remains a solid option. St. Louis' secondary has more bite this year, but it's weak enough to provide an opportunity for Brandon Marshall to reconnect with his buddy.

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Rams fantasy football rankings

Pos Rk	Fan Value	Player
27	Bench	Sam Bradford
27	2 or flex	Daryl Richardson
28	GTD	Steven Jackson
24	2	Danny Amendola
72	Bench	Brandon Gibson
87	Bench	Steve Smith
107	Bench	Chris Givens
119	Bench	Brian Quick
25	Flex or bench	Lance Kendricks
38	Bench	Matthew Mulligan
49	Bench	Mike McNeill

Bears fantasy football rankings

Pos Rk	Fan Value	Player
18	1 or bench	Jay Cutler
14	2	Michael Bush
100	Bench	Armando Allen
--	OUT	Matt Forte
5	1	Brandon Marshall
62	Flex or bench	Alshon Jeffery
89	Bench	Earl Bennett
95	Bench	Devin Hester
22	Flex or bench	Kellen Davis
43	Bench	Kyle Adams
52	Bench	Matt Spaeth
60	Bench	Evan Rodriguez

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Rams latest news and notes

Rams | Sam Bradford appears to be building chemistry with new TE

St. Louis Rams QB Sam Bradford appeared to have good chemistry with TE Jared Cook during organized team activities Friday, May 24.

Rams | Tavon Austin receiving handoffs

St. Louis Rams WR Tavon Austin took some handoffs during organized team activities Friday, May 24. Austin rushed for 643 yards and three touchdowns on 72 carries last season at West Virginia. He likely will not receive many carries this season but it is something opponents would have to account for during games.

Rams | Four RBs competing for playing time

St. Louis Rams RBs Isaiah Pead, Daryl Richardson, Terrance Ganaway and Zac Stacy will all be competing for playing time during offseason workouts and training camp.

Rams | Lance Kendricks dealing with injury

St. Louis Rams head coach Jeff Fisher said TE Lance Kendricks (knee) underwent arthroscopic knee surgery and will continue his rehab. Kendricks was not able to participate in organized team activities Thursday, May 23.

Rams | Rodger Saffold working on move to right side

St. Louis Rams OT Rodger Saffold said he has been working on improving as a right tackle during organized team activities and has not faced much of a transition in moving from left tackle to right tackle. "It's just a matter of getting used to it, the muscle memory, the change in stance," Saffold said. "Honestly, it hasn't been as hard as I thought it was going to be. As far as the smaller details, that's what I'm constantly working on. It's just the second day out here, so I just want to continue to work and to learn."

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Bears latest news and notes

Bears | Don’t want to cut Gabe Carimi

The Chicago Bears do not want to cut OL Gabe Carimi. The team wants Carimi in organized team activities, and there is no financial gain for the team in cutting Carmini.

Bears | TE depth chart open

The Chicago Bears' depth chart at tight end after TE Martellus Bennett is wide open. TE Fendi Onobun could seize an opportunity for playing time.

Bears | Matt Forte misses practice

Chicago Bears RB Matt Forte did not participate in practice Tuesday, May 21. Forte is taking part in a two-day USO tour and is visiting troops in Germany.

Bears | Tim Jennings misses practice

Chicago Bears CB Tim Jennings (undisclosed) did not participate in organized team activities Tuesday, May 21.

Bears | Robbie Gould nearing medical clearance

Chicago Bears PK Robbie Gould (leg) is on-track to be medically cleared to resume kicking duties Thursday, May 23.

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Rams - Week 3 injury report

QUESTIONABLE	FB Brit Miller (thigh), OT Wayne Hunter (ankle), RB Steven Jackson (groin)
DOUBTFUL	DL Michael Brockers (ankle)
OUT	OT Rodger Saffold (knee), SS Matt Daniels (hamstring), DL Matt Conrath (knee)
INJURED RESERVE	C Scott Wells (foot), DL Trevor Laws (knee), OT Rokevious Watkins (ankle)

Bears - Week 3 injury report

PROBABLE	DL Julius Peppers (foot)
OUT	RB Matt Forte (ankle)
PUP	WR Johnny Knox (back)
INJURED RESERVE	FS Brandon Hardin (neck), RB Lorenzo Booker (head)

Rams fantasy football leaders and statistics

Player Name	Pos	Fan Pts	PaYd	PaTD	Run	RuYd	RuTD	Rec	ReYd	ReTD
Bradford, Sam	QB	258.00	3702	21	37	127	1	0	0	0
Jackson, Steven	RB	123.00	0	0	226	894	4	21	181	0
Gibson, Brandon	WR	93.00	0	0	0	0	0	51	691	5
Givens, Chris	WR	85.00	0	0	3	12	0	42	698	3
Amendola, Danny	WR	82.00	0	0	2	8	0	63	666	3
Kendricks, Lance	TE	67.00	0	0	0	0	0	39	486	4
Richardson, Daryl	RB	52.00	0	0	98	475	0	24	163	0
Pettis, Austin	WR	45.00	0	0	0	0	0	30	261	4
Quick, Brian	WR	23.00	0	0	0	0	0	10	155	2
Mulligan, Matthew	TE	12.00	0	0	0	0	0	8	84	1
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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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Rams depth chart

QB	RB	FB	WR (Left)	WR (Right)	TE	PK
Sam Bradford	Daryl Richardson	Lance Kendricks	Brian Quick	Tavon Austin	Jared Cook	Greg Zuerlein
Austin Davis	Isaiah Pead	Mike McNeill	Chris Givens	Austin Pettis	Cory Harkey
Kellen Clemens	Zac Stacy		Nick Johnson	Stedman Bailey	Cameron Graham
	Terrance Ganaway		Raymond Radway	C.J. Akins

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