Coming off a 78-yard effort against the Patriots, TE Kevin Boss will be up against a Texans defense that has been tough against opposing tight ends this season. Through four weeks, Houston has allowed an average of 5.5 Fantasy points (in standard CBSSports.com formats) to opposing tight ends, good for fourth fewest in the league.
Boss to have momentum halted?
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Cassel treated in October
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Kansas City QB Matt Cassel is aiming to extend a pair of streaks during the Chiefs' matchup against Indianapolis in Week 5. Cassel has posted a passer rating of at least 100 in his past two games (102.1, 102.7), while also throwing for a touchdown in each contest. Cassel also needs three touchdown passes to reach 50 since joining Kansas City. The 29-year-old did not record an interception for the
Mookie Wilson out as Mets 1B coach (AP)
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Mookie Wilson has been dismissed once again by the New York Mets. The Mets announced several changes to their staff Wednesday, saying Wilson will not be brought back as the first base coach. Wilson is among the most popular Mets in team history. He was offered another job in the organization, and there was no indication of whether he would take it.
Athletics hire Hale as bench coach (AP)
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Oakland manager Bob Melvin is reuniting with Chip Hale, hiring him as bench coach for the Athletics. The A's said Wednesday that Hale is receiving a two-year contract to work under Melvin. Hale, a Bay Area native, had been third base and infield coach for the New York Mets the past two seasons. Hale worked in those same two jobs under Melvin with the Arizona Diamondbacks from 2007-09, when the...
Francona to fill in for McCarver at ALCS (AP)
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Fox analyst Tim McCarver will miss the first two games of the AL championship series because of a medical procedure and will be replaced by former Boston Red Sox manager Terry Francona. McCarver will have a "minor heart-related procedure" later this week, the network said Wednesday. He's expected to rejoin announcer Joe Buck for Game 3 next Tuesday.
LF Holliday back in Cardinals' lineup (AP)
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Matt Holliday was in the St. Louis Cardinals' lineup for their must-win Game 4 of the NL division series against the Philadelphia Phillies. Manager Tony La Russa made out two lineup cards prior to Wednesday's game, one with Holliday in it and one without him. The star outfielder has been out because of an injured right middle finger.
Sabathia available out of 'pen for Game 5?
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Yankees SP CC Sabathia told ESPN.com on Wednesday that he would be available out of the bullpen for Game 5 of the ALDS against the Tigers. "I'm definitely available," Sabathia said. Sabathia started the Game 3 on Monday night, allowing four runs on seven hits over 5 1/3 innings. He also walked six and struck out three while throwing 106 pitches.
Napoli fine, ready for ALCS
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Texas C/1B Mike Napoli is fine after being involved in a home-plate collision in Tuesday's ALDS game against Tampa Bay. According to The Dallas Morning News, Napoli was checked twice for signs of a concussion and was able to play the entire game. He showed no post-collision difficulty either. "I'm going to go in hard, too, if I have a chance and the game is on line like this one," said Napoli, wh
Nathan to remain with Twins?
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Twins general manager Bill Smith told the Minneapolis Star-Tribune on Tuesday that the team is interested in bringing Joe Nathan back next season. Nathan posted a 4.84 ERA in 48 appearances this season, including going 14 for 17 in save chances.
Burress deals with minor elbow issue
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Jets WR Plaxico Burress did not practice on Wednesday due to an elbow issue. The New York Daily News reports that Burress said his elbow flared up early Wednesday morning and he had to have it drained. He is expected to play in Week 5 against the Patriots, however, barring setbacks.
Hunter to continue to be a factor?
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Niners coach Jim Harbaugh said on Wednesday that it is “very possible” that rookie RB Kendall Hunter will continue to have a role in the offense even with RB Frank Gore in better health. “Kendall is doing very well, grading out very well and making the most of his opportunities,” Harbaugh said.
White misses Wednesday practice
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Atlanta WR Roddy White (thigh) did not practice on Wednesday in preparation for the Week 5 game against Green Bay. White is not expected to miss the Week 5 game and was on the injury report with the same ailment leading into Week 4. White played Week 4 and caught six passes for 78 yards. White met the Packers last season in November and caught five passes for 49 yards against them. That said, for
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