Fantasy Football Week 1 Running Back Updates

Its time to start working on fantasy football lineups for week 1. Here are some running back updates to digest as you plan out your first matchup.

• Portis completed a regular practice and will "take the load" with Ladell Betts in week 1.
  
• Kevin Jones was not placed on the PUP list and practiced Monday. He is now considered week to week.
  
• Frank Gore practiced Monday and will wear a right hand pad in his first start.
  
• Cecil Sapp is now listed as the #2 running back on the Denver Broncos depth chart.
  
• Thomas Jones is reportedly ready to practice this week and should start week 1.
  
• Brandon Jackson is expected to start for the Packers on Sunday.