NFL Player News

Coach Bruce Arians relayed Monday that Ellington is dealing with turf toe, Kent Somers of the Arizona Republic reports.

Meanwhile, fellow RB Chris Johnson is dealing with a knee contusion, with the status of the duo for this Sunday's game against the Rams not yet solidified. Next up for the Cards' carries if they miss time are David Johnson, Stepfan Taylor and possibly Kerwynn Williams, who is currently on the team's practice squad.

Tipton signed with the Colts on Monday.

Tipton re-joins the Colts after being waived by the team just last week. However, with Ahmad Bradshaw (wrist) now on injured reserve, Tipton figures to see third-string running back duties behind Frank Gore and Dan Herron.

Fowler rushed once for one yard and caught his only target for a one-yard touchdown in Sunday's 24-21 loss to Oakland.

The rookie fullback out of Alabama is a versatile player who can present mismatches for defenses near the goal line, as demonstrated by his two touchdowns this season. Fowler would hold more value if Tennessee's offense could get the ball into scoring position more often, but his lack of touches in general makes him a fringe player in his current role.

Bolden caught all four of his targets for 81 yards and a touchdown, adding four carries for 11 yards in Sunday's 30-24 loss to the Broncos.

Bolden burnt Broncos linebacker Danny Trevatahan on a wheel route in the fourth quarter, turning it into a 63-yard touchdown after a pair of broken tackles. Despite the impressive stat line, Bolden actually played just 15 snaps, compared to 31 for James White and 27 for LeGarrette Blount, according to Pro Football Focus. Even if he earned himself a bit more playing time, Bolden probably won't get enough work to warrant ownership outside of extremely deep leagues. He'll face the Eagles in Week 13.

Hillman had 14 carries for 59 yards and a touchdown, adding one catch for zero yards on one target, in Sunday's 30-24 overtime win over the Patriots.

Hillman was outplayed by C.J. Anderson, who got far more snaps in the second half, eventually finishing with a 15-113-2 rushing line and four catches for 40 yards. Anderson may get the first shot against a soft Chargers defense next week, but both running backs figure to stay involved.

Anderson had 15 carries for 113 yards and two touchdowns, adding four touches for 40 yards on four targets, in Sunday's 30-24 overtime win over the Patriots.

Anderson had his best game of the season, highlighted by a walk-off, 48-yard touchdown run on a toss play to the left side. After splitting time with Ronnie Hillman in the first half, Anderson took over late in the game. It was the best Anderson has looked since last season, with his acceleration and cutting ability finally appearing to be back in top form. Hillman also ran well and scored a touchdown, but his third-quarter fumble may have contributed to his quiet second half, even though the Broncos recovered the ball. Although it won't be surprising if Anderson gets the start next Sunday in San Diego, Hillman still figures to get quite a few touches.

Cardinals quarterback Carson Palmer said Williams and David Johnson will need to step up, after Chris Johnson (knee) and Andre Ellington (ankle) suffered injuries during Sunday's win over the 49ers, according to Kent Somers of the Arizona Republic.

Interestingly enough, there was no mention of Stepfan Taylor, who had one carry for two yards in Sunday's game. Williams is currently signed to the Arizona practice squad, but he may join the roster within the next few days. If Chris Johnson and Andre Ellington both miss time, Carson Palmer seemed to suggest that Williams may actually be ahead of Taylor, albeit for the backup role behind David Johnson.

Rainey netted seven yards on one punt return and generated no other statistics in Sunday's 25-12 loss to the Colts.

The Tampa special teams ace barely touched the ball Sunday, getting only one opportunity to post a return and not receiving any carries from scrimmage. The one positive was that he did not fumble, after having coughed up the football in each of the prior three games. Rainey will look to resume a more active role in the Bucs' Week 13 showdown versus the Falcons.

Cardinals quarterback Carson Palmer left the impression that both Ellington (foot) and Chris Johnson (knee) will miss time, according to Kent Somers of the Arizona Republic.

Ellington left Sunday's game against the 49ers with an injury in the same left foot that bothered him for much of last season. The Cardinals have yet to provide a meaningful update, but quarterback Carson Palmer did say that David Johnson and Kerwynn Williams will need to step up.

Cardinals quarterback Carson Palmer left the impression that both Johnson (knee) and Andre Ellington (foot) will miss time, according to Kent Somers of the Arizona Republic.

The Cardinals haven't provided an update, but Palmer did say that David Johnson and Kerwyn Williams need to step up. That doesn't necessarily mean Chris Johnson will miss time, as Palmer isn't a doctor and may have just been assuming that at least one of (Chris) Johnson or Andre Ellington won't be ready for Week 13 against the Rams. If neither running back is ready, David Johnson will likely lead the Arizona backfield, though Williams could also have a large role.