Found September 27, 2012 on Fantasy Football Champs: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Willis McGahee
TEAMS: Denver Broncos
Denver running back Willis McGahee (ribs) will likely play Sunday, according to the Denver Post. McGahee practiced fully Thursday after turning in a limited session Wednesday.Fantasy Spin:The Post said McGahee "appears to be on track to play Sunday against Oakland." He'll decide later this week if he'll wear additional padding to protect the ribs but he should be able to handle 15-20 touches against an average Raiders run defense.
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