Fantasy Football Cut-N-Go: Knowshon Rollin' Back on Track for Opener

Cut-N-Go is Fantasy Football FanHouse's daily gathering of links from around the web, covering the goings-on in NFL Training Camp which have an impact on fantasy value.

One of the common draft trends I've noticed in fantasy football over the years is how even the slightest injury can scare people away. Take Knowshon Moreno, for instance, who suffered an MCL sprain just over two weeks ago. Since that time, Moreno's draft stock has sunk from a fourth-round pick to an average draft position of 67.04, according to Mock Draft Central.

Before, many considered Moreno a draft risk because of the hype. Now? We have a big value opportunity.

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We haven't heard many updates on Moreno's progress, but it looks like he's right on target for Week 1. According to The Denver Post, Moreno was back on the practice field and able to participate in individual and position drills.

It doesn't matter that he'll miss the final preseason game; this rest period is a good thing. What matters is that he gets to face the Bengals, Browns, Raiders to kick off his NFL career. If you're snagging Moreno in the sixth round, it's possible you'll already have your quarterback, two running backs and two wide receivers drafted. Moreno will be your RB3/Flex and very worthy of a starting spot over the first few weeks.

Other players I've noticed slipping to steal territory in recent drafts are Terrell Owens (toe injury contributes to lack of love), Brian Westbrook (ankle surgery), and Brandon Marshall (suspension woes). It's OK to be wary, but don't be scared to the point of missing out on a prime buying opportunity.

Other Camp Notes With Fantasy Spin:
• Carolina bruiser Jonathan Stewart hasn't done anything to inspire confidence over the past month. According to Darin Gantt of The Rock Hill Herald, Stewart has only taken part in eight practices all year and hasn't been on the field at all since Aug. 11. He continues to sit out practice with a sore Achilles. Feel secure with that DeAngelo Williams pick and give Stewart a bump down.

• Well, that was a short-lived stay on the active roster for Andre Smith. The Bengals' offensive lineman is out after fracturing his foot in a non-contact drill. Fortunately, Cincinnati has a solid lineman in Anthony Collins to fill his spot at right tackle, so I don't see this affecting Carson Palmer's draft value.

• Speaking of Carson Palmer, John Clayton of ESPN.com reports that Bengals coach Marvin Lewis was impressed by his QB during a portion of team practice Tuesday. "The goal is to have him ready to go full-speed by Monday," Lewis said. He'll have a cushy matchup with Denver's secondary to start the season before the going gets tough.

• The Cowboys welcomed back Roy Williams to practice Tuesday. The Dallas Morning News reported that Williams looked a little sore, but moved around well and even launched a few passes in drills. Continue to draft him as a WR3, but don't reach for him further than that.

• Kansas City may be the team I'm most scared of drafting any player from. Aside from Matt Cassel's injury, it's hard to get any good vibes. Rotoworld pointed out that the Chiefs' updated official depth chart lists Mark Bradley as the starting flanker, with Terrance Copper at split end. It's only a matter of time before this is corrected and Dwayne Bowe is up there, but it's annoying for fantasy owners nonetheless. In the ideal situation, I think Bowe is a WR1, easily. We all know he's a tremendous talent. But on this team, he's a safer pick as a WR2.

• Raiders running back Justin Fargas hasn't returned to practice since straining his hamstring two weeks ago. This is good news for Darren McFadden owners, especially if McFadden can deliver in Oakland's final preseason game. D-Mac is a good fourth-round pick, but more power to you if he falls to the fifth. Oakland's receiving corps continue to look like a confounding mess.

• Antonio Bryant will not play in the Bucs' final preseason game, which we expected. With Tampa Bay's combo of Derrick Ward and Earnest Graham set to pound the ball, you shouldn't be drafting Bryant as anything more than a WR3, or more appropriately, a WR4.

• It's becoming increasingly likely that Troy Williamson will secure the Jags' No. 2 receiver spot opposite Torry Holt. I've been burnt by supporting Williamson before, but he could be worth a look in 14- or 16-team leagues as a WR3. Jacksonville needs the deep threat and Williamson has offered a glimpse of his unfulfilled potential this preseason.