Update: Vikings rookie quarterback Joe Webb, a sixth round pick out of UAB, has opened eyes thus far in preseason not so much for his passing (which has yielded an efficient but unspectacular 11 completions in 20 attempts for 84 yards, 1 TD, and no picks) but more for what he has done with his legs, notching 77 yards and 1 TD on 6 carries. This is less surprising for a certain number of people within the Vikings organization who had proclaimed to be the best athlete on the team during offseason workouts.

Fantasy Impact: Anyone who can be called the best athlete on a team that has Adrian Peterson, Percy Harvin, Sidney Rice, and Visanthe Shiancoe must have some pretty special ability, and when you add in that he’s a quarterback, that makes his promise all the more mouth-watering. My first instinct on Webb was to leave him alone for this year outside of keeper leagues. However, looking more in-depth at the Vikings offense, you see Sidney Rice out until at least midseason as he recovers from hip surgery, Percy Harvin arousing plenty of concern as he copes with migraine headaches, an aging offensive line that has likely seen its best days, and Brett Favre unlikely to match the career year he had in 2009. Brad Childress is a creative offensive schemer and game-planner, if nothing else, and if the 2010 version of this Vikings offense isn’t putting a sufficient number of points on the board, don’t put it past Chilly to use his young quarterback in special defined packages to give the unit a spark. I would say it’s too presumptuous to use a mid or late round pick on Webb but off the waiver wire, especially after the first couple weeks if the Vikings offense is struggling, don’t be afraid to claim him.

Update: According to the team's official website, Washington Redskins QB Donovan McNabb missed his 2nd straight day of practice with an ankle injury. On Monday he had the ankle in an aircast, and it was wrapped on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact: The injury does not appear to be serious, and there should be no concern about whether or not McNabb will be ready for the regular season. In fantasy, McNabb is a solid quarterback, but there are plenty of better options. There should be around 10 QB's taken before him, but he could be a very good 2nd QB on any roster.

Update: According to the Boston Herald, New England Patriots G Logan Mankins is willing to sit out the entire 2010 season if he does not get a fair contract. Mankins has been holding out in hope of receiving a long-term deal. He is unwilling to sign his $3.26 million tender offer from the Patriots.

Fantasy Impact: If Mankins does sit out, the Patriots would be losing arguably their best offensive lineman. The Pro Bowler is vital in keeping Tom Brady from getting hit as well as in the running game. He is one of the league's best guards, and without him, New England is very thin on the O-Line.

Update: Cincinnati Bengals WR Chad Ochocinco was fined $25,000 for violating the league's Twitter policy, Jason La Canfora of NFL Network reports. According to La Canfora, Ochocinco was in possession of an electronic device in violation of league rules. He also posted a message on a social media site during a game.

Fantasy Impact: This has no impact for Ochocinco on the field, but it is not the first time he's been fined by the league. With the addition of Terrell Owens, maybe more fines are on the way.

Update: The Associated Press is reporting that Browns rookie running back Montario Hardesty, who sustained a bone bruise in his right knee during a tackling drill before training camp, has said that he hopes to return to practice later this week and intends to be ready for the season opener September 12 in Tampa.

Fantasy Impact: I don’t see this being a major development early on in the season, because even if Hardesty is fully cleared to play by Week 1, Jerome Harrison is still the back with the most experience and who has earned the most trust of head coach Eric Mangini. As of right now, I see Harrison as worthy of being picked up as a no.3 RB in fantasy with Hardesty as waiver wire material. But keep an eye on Hardesty if he plays in the Browns’ final two preseason games, stay tuned for practice updates, and watch what he does, if anything, in the first week or two if he’s still sitting on the wire. If he passes the eye test and shows the pop and explosiveness that he did in college, don’t be afraid to be the one who claims him.

Update: The Philadelphia Eagles have promoted DE Brandon Graham to a starter, Jordan Raanan of CSNPhilly.com reports. Graham was the 13th overall selection in April's draft and will replace Juqua Parker in the starting lineup.

Fantasy Impact: This is not very surprising considering the Eagles moved up in the draft to pick Graham. He is a very aggressive defensive end who has a habit of getting to the ball quickly. He should be one of the leading candidates for Defensive Rookie of the Year.

Update: Mike Florio of ProFootballTalk.com reports that the Denver Broncos have released LB Akin Ayodele. Ayodele was signed in the off-season and started both of the team's preseason games.

Fantasy Impact: This is a somewhat surprising move, especially since Ayodele was brought in to start. Either Joe Mays or Wesley Woodyard will get a chance to start next to D.J. Williams.

Update: Tom Kowalski of mlive.com is reporting that the Detroit Lions have claimed RT Cliff Louis of waivers from the New York Giants. The Lions cut WR Contrevious Parks to make room on the roster for him.

Fantasy Impact: Cliff Louis actually has a shot to win the starting right tackle position on the Lions. The Lions offensive Line needs to play well for Lions to have any kind of offensive success.

Update: Tom Kowalski of mlive.com is reporting that the Detroit Lions have claimed RT Cliff Louis of waivers from the New York Giants. The Lions cut WR Contrevious Parks to make room on the roster for him.

Fantasy Impact: Cliff Louis actually has a shot to win the starting right tackle position on the Lions. The Lions offensive Line needs to play well for Lions to have any kind of offensive success.

Update: Matt Loede of broncosgab.com is reporting that the Denver Broncos have cut 3 players WR Patrick Carter, RB Toney Baker and OL Kirk Barton.

Fantasy Impact: There are no surprises here. These players were only roster depth.

Update: NFL.com reports that the New Orleans Saints have lost RB P.J. Hill for the year after suffering a partial triceps tear. He was released on Monday and placed on injured reserve.

Fantasy Impact: Hill was expected to be 3rd on the depth chart behind Pierre Thomas and Reggie Bush after they lost Lynell Hamilton for the year a couple of weeks ago. This loss will be felt if Thomas or Bush goes down, but if both stay healthy for the season, Hill will not be missed on the field.

Update: Yahoo Sports is reporting that the Buffalo Bills have signed undrafted free agent TE Andrew George.

Fantasy Impact: This is only roster depth after starting TE Shawn Nelson was suspended the first 4 games of the season.

Update: Yahoo Sports is reporting that the Buffalo Bills have signed undrafted free agent TE Andrew George.

Fantasy Impact: This is only roster depth after starting TE Shawn Nelson was suspended the first 4 games of the season.

Update: Brad Biggs of the National Football Post is reporting that Carolina Panthers QB Jimmy Clausen is suffering from a serious toe injury. He already had surgery at the end of last season.

Fantasy Impact: This is probably the reason Clausen hasn't played well this preseason. Matt Moore's job as the starting QB is safe. The Panthers are expected to be a run first offense so Moore won't have much fantasy value.