Week 5 Fallout

Mercifully, there wasn't as much carnage in Week 5 as there had been in recent weeks.






Out For The Season:

Matt Leinart - QB - Arizona Cardinals
Former Paris Hilton boy-toy Matt Leinart has been placed in Injured Reserve, ending his season, from a fractured collarbone he sustained in Week 5 against the 49ers. Leinart really did not show much at all this year, but retains a high ceiling exclusively due to the awesome weapons in Arizona. Tim Rattay has been signed by the Cards to take Leinart's roster spot...stay away.

Jake Delhomme - QB - Carolina Panthers
Been a few weeks since you've seen this guy. It will be a whole bunch more before he's seen again. He will undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery and his NFL future is in question. There is a very good chance that if he comes back, it will be to compete for a backup job. David Carr takes over as starting QB, although he's also hurt, so there is a good chance that Matt Moore will start in Week 6. Yikes.

Trent Green - QB - Miami Dolhpins
Green took a nasty knee to the noodle, and much like in 2006, was strapped to a gurney and carried off the field. It's not yet official that he'll miss the season, but I would be shocked if his career wasn't over after this latest concussion, a Grade 3 (the worst kind). Cleo Lemon gets a shot to show what he's got, but John Beck will eventually get his opportunity.

Recently Wounded:

Damon Huard - QB - Kansas City Chiefs
Huard left the game late on Sunday with an injured shoulder. An MRI didn't show any damage, and despite a previous report to the contrary, Huard could be active and start against the Bengals in Week 6. Still, you don't want any part of him. Coach Edwards desperately wants Brodie Croyle to be his starter...you don't want any part of that, either.

Michael Pittman - RB - Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Pittman is expected to miss 6-8 weeks with an ankle sprain. This leaves Earnest Graham as Tampa Bay's primary RB, although the Bucs have reported interest in every single RB that has ever taken a snap in the NFL. They are currently awaiting word on the availability of O.J. Simpson on a work-release program. Graham should already be owned in all leagues, if he's available in yours, pick him up.

Jamal Lewis - RB - Cleveland Browns
J-Lew left Sunday's game after 1 carry and did not return. He seems to believe that he could have returned, but the Browns wanted to play this cautiously. This doesn't sound like any big deal.

Santonio Holmes - WR - Pittsburgh Steelers
Holmes pulled his hamstring in pre-game warmups and many an owner likely didn't find out the news until it was too late to remove him from their lineup, since he remained active. He should return after Pitt's Week 6 bye.

Deion Branch - WR - Seattle Seahawks
Neon Deion is expected to miss 2 games with a mid-foot sprain. Seattle has a Week 8 bye, so keep Branch out of your lineup until receiving further word in Week 9. Bobby Engram and Nate Burleson take slight value bumps, while Matt Hasselbeck takes a hit.

Antwaan Randle El - WR - Washington Redskins
Twaan was on his way to an absolutely monster game against the Lions, until he suddenly injured his hammy late in the first half. He is expected to return to action in Week 6.

Eddie Kennison - WR - Kansas City Chiefs
He re-injured his hammy shortly after appearing for the very first time this season. He is not expected to be available in Week 6. Dwayne Bowe is the only KC WR that you should really ever look at, although Samie Parker will likely start at the opposite end this week. If you were still holding onto Kennison...why?!

Chris Henry - WR - Cincinnati Bengals
Still only halfway through his 8 game suspension, Henry was in court today for violating his probation. This guy is dumber than a box of rocks. There is a decent chance this his reinstatement will be rejected if he did, in fact, violate his probation. Keep a close eye on this and cut bait if the time comes.