Fantasy Football

The Facts:
Peterson is "very close" to returning from his high ankle sprain, HC Leslie Frazier said, although the Vikings won't have a better idea until Wednesday about his chances for returning this week. Reported by 1500ESPN.com

Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
While the Vikings obviously have no need to rush Peterson back into action, Fantasy owners would love to have him back. Still, might be wise to temper your enthusiasm until later in the week. Toby Gerhart will continue to fill in as needed. ... Also: TE Visanthe Shiancoe came in Monday with a swollen hand and underwent X-rays that showed no fracture. ... Stay tuned. We'll be following up on his status as the week progresses.

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Kubiak: Andre Johnson's Hamstring Minor; WR Day-To-Day
Darren McFadden's Return Still A Week Or Two Away
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Rams Might Have To Turn To Tom Brandstater At QB
Scott Chandler Could Be Sidelined By Ankle Injury
Colt McCoy Expected To Play Despite Knee Sprain
Smith Expects Matt Forte To Return This Season
Smith: Bears Won't Sign A Quarterback
Frazier: Adrian Peterson Very Close To Return
Christian Ponder Should Play Despite Hip Pointer
Would Brett Favre Listen If Bears Came Calling?
Michael Vick Practices; Says He'll Start Sunday
MRI Confirms Matt Forte Has Grade 2 Sprain; Out 2-6 Weeks
Owener Hopeful Andre Johnson Will Be Back In A Couple Weeks
Peyton Hillis Day -To-Day With Strained Hip
Andre Johnson Scheduled For MRI
Kevin Boss Has A Hip Pointer