Fantasy Player Profile
vs. MIA: #30 vs opposing WR - 40.32 FPA
| Rushing | Receiving | Fum | Fantasy | ||||
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| Wk | Opp | Yds | TD | Yds | TD | Lost | Pts |
| 1 | PIT, | - | - | 57 | - | - | 10.70 |
| 2 | @MIA, | - | - | 16 | - | - | 5.60 |
| 3 | NYJ, | 2 | - | 75 | - | - | 13.70 |
| 4 | @BUF, | - | - | 91 | - | - | 18.10 |
| 5 | @WAS, | 1 | - | 42 | 1 | - | 15.30 |
| 6 | NYG, | - | - | 29 | - | - | 5.90 |
| 7 | @NYJ, | - | - | 3 | - | - | 1.30 |
| 8 | CLE, | - | - | 23 | - | - | 4.30 |
| 9 | @BAL, | - | - | 81 | 1 | - | 24.10 |
| 10 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 11 | @PHI, | 8 | - | 4 | - | - | 3.20 |
| 12 | DAL, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 13 | @HOU, | - | - | 14 | - | - | 4.40 |
| 14 | KC, | - | - | 13 | - | - | 2.30 |
| 15 | @CIN, | - | - | 13 | - | - | 3.30 |
| 16 | BUF, | - | - | 24 | - | - | 5.40 |
| 17 | MIA, | - | - | 35 | - | - | 6.50 |
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Finishes season with 59 catches
Sanu caught three of his five targets for 35 yards in Sunday's 27-24 loss to the Dolphins.
Analysis: In 15 games this season (seven with the Falcons and eight with the Patriots), Sanu combined for 59 catches on 89 targets for 520 yards and two TDs. Since coming over from Atlanta in October in exchange for a second-round draft pick, Sanu's impact has been modest aside from the 10-81-1 stat line he logged in Week 9's loss to the Ravens. The 30-year-old -- who is under contract with New England through 2020 -- will look to pick up the pace in the postseason, while continuing to log starters'…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 30 at 8:02am by Rotowire.com
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Modest showing against Bills
Sanu caught three of five targets for 24 receiving yards and registered 17 yards on three punt returns during Saturday's 24-17 win against Buffalo.
Analysis: The veteran Sanu provided momentary concern by fielding a highly contested, bouncing kick off the foot of Bills punter Corey Bojorquez, but he secured the ball and endured a hard hit to retain possession for New England. His other two return attempts yielded a respectable 17 yards, but his offensive role has been less than desirable for fantasy purposes. Since racking up 10 catches for 81 yards and a touchdown in his second appearance as a Patriot Nov. 3 against Baltimore, Sanu has averaged a…read more
Published: Sat, Dec 21 at 6:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches two passes Sunday
Sanu (ankle) was on the field for 56 of a possible 65 snaps on offense in Sunday's 34-13 win over the Bengals, en route to catching two of his eight targets for 13 yards.
Analysis: On the plus side, Sanu's snap count increased for the second straight game, as he moves past the ankle issue that sidelined him Week 12. In fact, he led the team's wide receivers in that department, with Julian Edelman (40 snaps) limited by a knee issue. On the other hand, his production in a New England uniform has been modest, aside from a 10-81-1 stat line in Week 9's loss to the Ravens. He should produce more in the coming weeks, given his prominent role in the offense, but for now Sanu's…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 16 at 9:36am by Rotowire.com
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Suits up in Week 15
Sanu (ankle) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Bengals.
Analysis: Sanu has put up back-to-back quiet efforts since missing Week 12's win over Dallas with an ankle injury, but now that he's further removed from the issue, he'll look to up his production against the 1-12 Bengals -- the team that drafted him in 2012. New England's top pass catcher Julian Edelman is also active Sunday, but he's working through knee and shoulder issues, a context that could potentially lead to Sanu seeing some extra looks in Week 15.
Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 8:41am by Rotowire.com
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Listed as questionable this week
Sanu (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bengals after practicing in a limited fashion all week.
Analysis: Sanu has logged three straight quiet efforts since hauling in 10 passes for 81 yards and a touchdown in the Patriots' Week 9 loss to the Ravens. Assuming he's active Sunday -- which seems likely -- the veteran receiver will look to take advantage of what looks like a solid Week 15 matchup. Specifically, Sanu will take aim at the 1-12 Bengals, the team that drafted him in the third round of the 2012 NFL Draft.
Published: Fri, Dec 13 at 1:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Limted at practice
Sanu (ankle) was limited at practice Wednesday.
Analysis: Sanu continues to manage a nagging ankle injury, though he'll likely be ready to suit up Sunday against the Bengals, barring any setbacks in the Patriots' next two practices. Since nabbing 10 passes for 81 yards and a touchdown in a Week 9 loss to the Ravens, Sanu has logged three straight quiet efforts in a row. The matchup with the 1-12 Bengals -- the team that drafted him in 2012 -- at least looks favorable on the surface.
Published: Wed, Dec 11 at 3:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches one pass in Week 14
Sanu logged 39 of a possible 67 snaps on offense in Sunday's 23-16 loss to the Chiefs.
Analysis: In the process, Sanu caught his only target for 13 yards, his third straight quiet outing since recording a 10-81-1 stat line in Week 9's loss to the Ravens. The wideout will look to bounce back this coming Sunday in a favorable matchup against 1-12 Cincinnati, the team that drafted him in 2012.
Published: Mon, Dec 9 at 9:37am by Rotowire.com
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Suits up Sunday
Sanu (ankle) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.
Analysis: In his return from missing one game due to an ankle injury, Sanu was on the field for 19 of a possible 87 offensive snaps in last Sunday's 28-22 loss to the Texans, en route to hauling in three catches (on five targets) for 14 yards. Now further removed from his absence, Sanu's workload figures to pick up in the coming weeks, but he'll be a hit-or-miss fantasy option until he gets a full and productive game in.
Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 12:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Should be good to go Sunday
Sanu (ankle), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Chiefs, is expected to play, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: As anticipated, Sanu is expected to play through the ankle issue for the second consecutive contest, though the extent of his role in the Patriots' game plan is more of a mystery. After sitting out the Week 12 win over Dallas, Sanu returned to play only 22 percent of the offensive snaps in the Week 13 loss to the Texans. Sanu didn't practice on anything more than a limited basis this week, making it difficult to project just how much of an increase in snaps he'll receive.
Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 5:48am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for Week 14
The Patriots list Sanu (ankle) as questionable for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.
Analysis: While Sanu is likely to receive the green light to play for the second week in a row, it's worth noting that he didn't advance beyond limited participation in practices Wednesday through Friday. The lack of a full session makes it uncertain whether Sanu will be cleared to handle a sizable workload against the Chiefs or if he'll be subject to another "pitch count" of sorts like he was in the Week 13 loss to the Texans, when he played just 22 percent of the Patriots' offensive snaps. At the very…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 6 at 1:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Another limited practice
Sanu (ankle) remained limited at practice Thursday.
Analysis: The same goes for Julian Edelman (shoulder), though we'd expect both to play Sunday against the Chiefs, even in the plausible scenario that both receivers approach the contest listed as questionable.
Published: Thu, Dec 5 at 3:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs limited practice
Sanu (ankle) was limited at practice Wednesday.
Analysis: In his return from a one-game absence due to an ankle injury, Sanu logged 19 of 87 offensive snaps in Sunday's 28-22 loss to the Texans, finishing with three catches for 14 yards on five targets. In the absence of any setbacks as the week rolls on, expect Sanu to suit up this weekend against the Chiefs. Until he gets in a full game post-injury, however, Sanu's weekly volume will be tough to project.
Published: Wed, Dec 4 at 3:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches three passes Sunday
Sanu (ankle) was on the field for 19 of a possible 87 snaps on offense in Sunday's 28-22 loss to the Texans, catching three of his five targets for 14 yards.
Analysis: In his return from a one-game absence due to an ankle injury, Sanu was out-snapped by Julian Edlelman (80), Phillip Dorsett (62), Jakobi Meyers (61) and N'Keal Harry (22). Sanu's workload figures to pick up in the coming weeks, barring any setbacks with his ankle, but he'll be a hit-or-miss fantasy option until he's closer to 100 percent.
Published: Mon, Dec 2 at 8:40am by Rotowire.com
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Suits up Sunday
Sanu (ankle) is listed as active for Sunday night's game against the Texans.
Analysis: He'll return from a one-game absence, as will Phillip Dorsett (concussion), which sets the stage for the Patriots to roll out a Week 13 wide receiver corps featuring Julian Edlelman (shoulder), Sanu, Dorsett, N'Keal Harry and Jakobi Meyers. We'll have to see how Sanu's ankle holds up Sunday, plus he'll have competition for targets, but he's out there for those who waited things out on him this weekend despite New England's late kickoff.
Published: Sun, Dec 1 at 4:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Travels with team to Houston
Sanu (ankle), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's prime-time contest against the Texans, was able to travel with the team to Houston, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: While it's unlikely we'll know Sanu or Phillip Dorsett's (concussion) status much before Sunday's 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff, it's certainly positive news both wide receivers were able to make the trip to Houston with the team. More information regarding the status of both Sanu and Dorsett might emerge throughout the lead-up to Sunday's pivotal prime-time contest.
Published: Sat, Nov 30 at 10:28am by Rotowire.com
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Listed as questionable for SNF
Sanu (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Texans after practicing in a limited fashion all week.
Analysis: Both Sanu and Phillip Dorsett (concussion) seem to be trending in the right direction in advance of Sunday's 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff, but those considering Sanu in Week 13 lineups will want to monitor his situation leading up to game time. Ideally for Sanu's fantasy managers, positive reports regarding his availability surface prior to the first wave of kickoffs this weekend.
Published: Fri, Nov 29 at 3:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited by ankle issue
Sanu (ankle) remained limited at practice Thursday, Nick Underhill of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Sanu and Phillip Dorsett (concussion) are both trending in the right direction prior to Sunday night's game against the Texans, but it still seems likely that both will approach the contest with an official "questionable" injury designation.
Published: Thu, Nov 28 at 12:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs limited practice Wednesday
Sanu (ankle) was limited at practice Wednesday, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.
Analysis: Sanu and Phillip Dorsett both missed the Week 12 win over the Cowboys, but Dorsett has cleared the NFL's concussion protocol and Sanu has resumed practicing. Both are trending in the direction in advance of Sunday's game against the Texans, putting the New England passing attack in better shape this week.
Published: Wed, Nov 27 at 2:37pm by Rotowire.com
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On practice field Wednesday
Sanu (ankle) participated in practice Wednesday, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.
Analysis: Sanu emerged from Week 11 with an ankle injury that contained him to one limited practice last week and an inactive status for Sunday's win over the Cowboys. With activity in the first session of Week 13 prep, he's setting himself up for a return to action against the Texans this weekend, but his level of participation Wednesday will give a sense of his initial odds to do so.
Published: Wed, Nov 27 at 10:33am by Rotowire.com
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Won't play Sunday
Sanu (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Cowboys.
Analysis: The same applies to Phillip Dorsett (concussion), which means that the Patriots' Week 12 wide receiver corps will be headed by Julian Edelman (shoulder), along with N'Keal Harry and Jakobi Meyers.
Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 12:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Will have limited role if active
Sanu (ankle), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Cowboys, is expected to have an "extremely limited" role if he's active for the contest, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Though Sanu has reportedly made considerable progress since he only managed limited participation in the Patriots' final practice Friday, the team apparently isn't planning on having him available in his usual capacity just one week removed from suffering a high-ankle sprain. The prospect of a meager snap count would dampen Sanu's appeal in DFS and as a lineup option in weekly season-long leagues, but it would provide relief on some level to a Patriots receiving corps that is expected to be…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 6:25am by Rotowire.com
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Improved chance to play Sunday
Sanu (ankle) felt better Saturday and will see how he feels Sunday before his status is determined for the Patriots' game against the Cowboys, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Sanu was reportedly on the wrong side of the questionable tag and wasn't expected to suit up versus Dallas, but it now appears he's headed toward a game-time decision in advance of the 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff. The 30-year-old suffered a high-ankle sprain in last week's win over the Eagles and didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday before putting in a limited showing Friday. Rookie N'Keal Harry could see an expanded workload if Sanu ends up unable to play.
Published: Sat, Nov 23 at 10:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Not expected to play Sunday
Sanu (ankle) isn't expected to play Sunday against the Cowboys, Karen Guregian of the Boston Herald reports.
Analysis: Per the report, Sanu -- who is officially listed as questionable after returning to a limited practice Friday -- suffered a high ankle sprain last weekend against the Eagles. On the plus side, Guregian adds that Sanu's high-ankle issue isn't considered severe, and he could return to action Week 13 versus the Texans. Assuming Sanu is indeed made inactive Sunday, rookie N'Keal Harry figures to see his profile in the Patriots' passing attack expand.
Published: Fri, Nov 22 at 2:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited Friday, listed as questionable
Sanu (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Cowboys after returning to a limited practice Friday.
Analysis: Julian Edelman (shoulder) and Phillip Dorsett (concussion) were also limited Friday and are listed as questionable as well. Of that trio, the Week 12 statuses of Sanu (who didn't practice either Wednesday or Thursday) and Dorsett seem less secure than Edelman's. We'll look for added context leading up to Sunday's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff, but next up for wideout reps if either Sanu or Dorsett are inactive Sunday are N'Keal Harry and Jakobi Meyers.
Published: Fri, Nov 22 at 1:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as non-participant at practice
Sanu (ankle) didn't practice Thursday.
Analysis: Sanu's presence on the field Thursday didn't translate into official practice participation, which makes the receiver's status for Sunday's game against the Cowboys decidedly cloudy. He'll have one more chance to get some work in Friday, but if he ends up out this weekend, added snaps would be available for the likes of Phillip Dorsett (concussion) -- health permitting -- as well as N'Keal Harry and Jakobi Meyers.
Published: Thu, Nov 21 at 1:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Spotted at practice
Sanu (ankle) was present for the media-access portion of Thursday's practice, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The same applies to Phillip Dorsett (concussion), but it remains to be seen how the Patriots officially list the participation level of the duo. With that in mind, Reiss relays that Sanu "did not go through the position-specific warmup, while Dorsett did." In any case, Sanu's presence on the field isn't a bad sign, though there has been speculation that he may be dealing with a high-ankle issue. If he ends up being deemed a limited participant Thursday, however, Sanu's chances of suiting up…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 21 at 10:04am by Rotowire.com
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Could miss time
Sanu (ankle), who didn't practice Wednesday, could miss some time, NESN's Logan Mullen reports.
Analysis: Per the report, the receiver may be dealing with a high-ankle sprain and if that's the case, he's in danger of missing Sunday's contest against the Cowboys. We'll revisit Sanu's status once Thursday's practice report is released, but another absence would add momentum to the notion that his Week 12 status is in peril. With Phillip Dorsett (concussion) having missed Wednesday's practice as well, Julian Edelman, N'Keal Harry and Jakobi Meyers are currently the team's healthiest options at wide…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 21 at 8:22am by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing Wednesday
Sanu wasn't spotted at practice Wednesday due to a suspected ankle injury, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Sanu appeared to tweak his ankle early in the first half of Sunday's win over the Eagles. The issue didn't force him out of the game, but it looks like Sanu is still feeling the effects of the injury. A return to practice on his part Thursday -- in any capacity -- would imply that Sanu's absence was maintenance-related.
Published: Wed, Nov 20 at 10:22am by Rotowire.com
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Catches two passes in Week 11
Sanu logged 41 of a possible 74 snaps on offense in Sunday's 17-10 win over the Eagles, en route to catching two of his four targets for four yards and rushing once for eight yards.
Analysis: Per Megan O'Brien of the Patriots' official site, Sanu -- who was out there for all 67 of the team's snaps on offense in Week 9's loss to the Ravens -- "appeared to tweak his ankle" early in the first half of the contest. The issue didn't force Sanu to exit the game, but it wouldn't surprise us if he appears on the team's Week 12 injury report in advance of this coming Sunday's game against the Cowboys.
Published: Mon, Nov 18 at 9:46am by Rotowire.com
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Breaks out with new club
Sanu had 10 catches (14 targets) for 81 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 37-20 loss to the Ravens.
Analysis: Sanu was a non-factor in his New England debut last week, but he was elevated to Tom Brady's top target after getting a full week of practice in with his new team. Julian Edelman (who also had 10 catches Sunday) is a more consistent receiving option, but there really isn't much competition for targets behind he and James White, so Sanu should carve out a significant role in a potent offense. The veteran wideout will have even more time to develop chemistry with his new teammates on the upcoming…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 10:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet in Pats debut
Sanu caught two of five targets for 23 yards in Sunday's 27-13 win over the Browns.
Analysis: Tom Brady stuck to the familiar in this one, as Julian Edelman led the team in receiving yards and targets and caught both of the club's offensive TDs, and when the veteran QB did look Sanu's way it didn't amount to much. The former Falcon and Bengal should become more productive once he's acclimated to his new scheme, but Sanu could be tough to keep active on fantasy rosters until he's earned Brady's trust.
Published: Sun, Oct 27 at 7:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Opportunity knocks with new team
With Josh Gordon (knee) on IR, Sanu is in line to be a key cog in the Patriots' passing attack going forward.
Analysis: Sanu was set to add valuable depth to the team's wideout corps in any case, but with Gordon no longer in the mix, Sanu figures to see his share of targets from QB Tom Brady for the rest of the season. Per ESPN's Mike Reiss, "Sanu gives the Patriots an inside target, especially on third down, to help take pressure off" Edelman. In that context, Sanu figures to see enough volume to maintain fantasy value as soon as he's up to speed with New England's playbook and deemed ready to handle a full…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 23 at 2:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Traded to New England
The Patriots acquired Sanu from the Falcons on Tuesday in exchange for a second-round draft pick, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Sanu, who caught 33 passes for 313 yards and a touchdown in seven games with Atlanta prior to the deal, gives the Patriots some valuable depth at wideout, with Josh Gordon (knee/ankle) banged up and both Julian Edelman (chest) and Phillip Dorsett (hamstring) having been on the team's injury report of late. At the very least, the 6-foot-2, 210-pound receiver will provide Tom Brady with an experienced inside target to complement Edelman. It remains to be seen how much volume Sanu will see with…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 22 at 4:43am by Rotowire.com
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Back-to-back sluggish performances
Sanu caught one of two targets for three receiving yards during Sunday's 37-10 loss to the Rams.
Analysis: The veteran wideout seemed to be picking up steam between Weeks 3 and 5, averaging per-game numbers of 6.7 receptions and 69.3 receiving yards, while scoring his only touchdown of 2019 during that span. In somewhat favorable matchups against the Cardinals and Rams the past two weeks, however, Sanu has accounted for a combined four receptions and 32 yards on seven targets. The upcoming opponent, Seattle, does not present an ideal situation for Sanu to get his season back on track, as the…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 20 at 6:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Held down by Cardinals defense
Sanu caught three of four targets for 29 receiving yards during Sunday's 34-33 loss to Arizona.
Analysis: Last week against Houston, the veteran wideout accounted for just his second touchdown reception over his past 15 outings. He had a strong chance to make it two straight Sunday, as the Cardinals surrendered four touchdown passes to Atlanta, but none went Sanu's way. He did receive one red-zone target on a third-quarter drive that culminated in a Devonta Freeman touchdown, but what did him in for an unproductive fantasy day was an output of just three catches -- his lowest total in that category…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 13 at 7:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs first TD of 2019 campaign
Sanu reeled in all five of his targets, accounting for 42 receiving yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 53-32 loss to Houston.
Analysis: Sanu has had three straight monster weeks after a relatively slow start. Over Atlanta's first two games against Minnesota and Philadelphia, he logged a combined nine receptions for 73 yards, but in the three games since he has averaged nearly seven catches and 70 receiving yards, while scoring just his second touchdown Sunday since Week 6 of last season. The upcoming matchup against Arizona is not entirely favorable for Sanu to continue his hot streak; the Cardinals defense that in Week 5…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 6 at 8:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Season's best performance in Week 4
Sanu caught nine of 12 targets for 91 receiving yards during Sunday's 24-10 loss to the Titans.
Analysis: Sanu was Atlanta's most-heavily involved target against Tennessee, eclipsing his previous season high by 16 receiving yards and logging his greatest yardage output since Week 4 of last season. The 30-year-old wideout has been a high-floor fantasy option with no fewer than six targets in any game this year, and at least four catches in all four outings. Sanu has a strong chance of continuing this productive stretch taking on a Texans defense in Week 5 that has allowed 31 receptions and 397 yards…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 29 at 8:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Second-leading receiver in Week 3
Sanu caught all six of his targets for an output of 75 receiving yards during Sunday's 27-24 loss to the Colts. He also registered one carry for a gain of two yards.
Analysis: Sanu provided another solid PPR performance Sunday by collecting four-plus receptions for the third straight game to start off 2019, but his ceiling remains capped by a long-standing touchdown drought. The 30-year old wideout has just one touchdown catch over his past 13 regular-season games, and has been held to fewer than 60 yards nine times during that span. Week 4 may just be his time to fall into the end zone, going up against a Titans defense that has given up three wide receiver…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 22 at 7:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Held under 20 yards by Eagles
Sanu caught four of seven targets for 16 receiving yards, and recovered a fumble from teammate Luke Stocker during Sunday's 24-20 win against Philadelphia.
Analysis: Sanu has been a tremendously consistent player during his Falcons career, as exhibited by his now-broken streak of 10 consecutive games with at least 30 receiving yards coming into Sunday Night Football. His fantasy ceiling is recognized as being somewhat limited by a career 6.8 percent TD rate, but he offers a high floor with an average annual output of 64 receptions and 770 yards since 2016. Next up, Sanu and the Falcons face an Indianapolis defense that did not allow a single Titans' player…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 16 at 6:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Tallies five catches in Week 1 loss
Sanu hauled in five of six targets for 57 yards during Sunday's 28-12 loss to Minnesota.
Analysis: With a steady performance against the Vikings, Sanu now has five or more receptions in four of his last five games dating back to Week 14 of the 2018 season. The 30-year-old wideout has averaged a respectable 62.4 receiving yards per game during that span but has only found the end zone once over his past 11 regular-season appearances. Week 2's matchup presents a favorable fantasy outlook, with Sanu and the Falcons' receiving corps opposing a Philadelphia defense that surrendered 380 passing…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 9 at 6:30am by Rotowire.com
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Looks strong against Washington
Sanu hauled in all three of his targets for 23 yards in the team's fourth preseason game against Washington.
Analysis: Sanu paced the team with his three receptions, highlighted by a 14-yard catch that set up the team's only touchdown of the contest. This was his first prolonged action of the preseason, enough to prove his health after battling a knee injury throughout the middle of training camp. Though Sanu has consistently recorded 60 receptions since joining the Falcons, the eight-year veteran may be surpassed by Calvin Ridley for targets this season.
Published: Thu, Aug 22 at 8:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns from sore knee
Sanu (knee) started Thursday's preseason loss to the Jets, finishing without a catch on one target.
Analysis: Sanu apparently made a quick recovery from the knee injury that limited his practice participation at the beginning of the week. He's locked in for regular snaps on offense, though Calvin Ridley could take over a larger share of the targets in his second pro season.
Published: Fri, Aug 16 at 7:46am by Rotowire.com
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Tending to sore knee
Coach Dan Quinn said Sanu is dealing with a sore knee, Kelsey Conway of the Falcons' official site reports.
Analysis: The Falcons have rested the vast majority of the No. 1 offense through two preseason games, so Sanu's lack of snaps in those contests didn't raise a red flag. After missing Sunday's practice as well, the veteran wide receiver is expected to return Monday, though it's unclear in what capacity. In any case, with a goal to reach the regular season in as good of shape, health-wise, as possible, the Falcons may continue to exercise caution with Sanu in practice and exhibitions.
Published: Mon, Aug 12 at 10:55am by Rotowire.com
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Fine working with Koetter
Sanu said the transition to Dirk Koetter at offensive coordinator has been smooth, William McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.
Analysis: Koetter held the same role in Atlanta from 2012 to 2014, leaving for Tampa Bay one year before Sanu signed with the Falcons. General manager Thomas Dimitroff focused on improving his offensive line during the offseason, allowing running back Tevin Coleman to leave for San Francisco and adding minimum competition at the skill positions. Sanu is locked in for a top-three role at wide receiver in a prolific passing attack, but it's only reasonable to assume that the Falcons want to shift some…read more
Published: Fri, Jun 14 at 12:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Strikes in multiple ways
Sanu brought in seven of 10 targets for 90 yards, rushed once for two yards and also threw a five-yard touchdown pass to Matt Ryan on his only attempt in the Falcons' 34-32 win over the Buccaneers on Sunday.
Analysis: The veteran receiver closed out a strong 2018 in fine fashion, even showing off his skills as a passer with his five-yard strike to Ryan early in the third quarter. Sanu tallied between five and seven grabs in three of his last four games, and he posted a total of 171 receiving yards combined over the last two contests of the campaign. Sanu fell just one catch shy of equaling his career best of 67 that he established in 2017, but he did manage a new highwater mark in receiving yardage (838).…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 30 at 2:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores receiving touchdown
Sanu caught five of eight targets for 81 yards during Sunday's 24-10 win over the Panthers. He also gained 29 yards on two carries.
Analysis: Sanu led the team in targets and catches while finishing second in receiving yardage. He was having a rather modest game mid way through the fourth quarter, but he salvaged his day from a fantasy perspective with a 44-yard touchdown catch to cap off the scoring. There is some speculation that Julio Jones may still be dealing with effects from his recent hip injury, which could see Sanu shoulder a larger load next Sunday in the season finale against the Buccaneers.
Published: Sun, Dec 23 at 3:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Three catches in Week 15 loss
Sanu corralled three of six targets for 30 receiving yards, adding one rush for 11 yards during Sunday's 40-14 win against the Cardinals.
Analysis: The veteran wideout recorded at least three receptions for the seventh straight game, but he's averaged fewer than 50 receiving yards per contest with zero touchdowns during that span (eight-game scoreless streak overall). Sanu has garnered a sturdy enough share of the Falcons wide receiver targets to merit flex consideration in deeper leagues, but he hasn't finished top-25 at the position in PPR or standard scoring since Week 5. Upcoming in Week 16 is a chance for Sanu to buck that trend,…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 16 at 3:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Second-leading receiver in loss
Sanu corralled six of eight targets, compiling 54 receiving yards during Sunday's 34-20 loss to Green Bay.
Analysis: Sanu provided a signature performance Sunday in the Falcons' trip to Lambeau Field, finishing right at his season average in receiving yardage (49 YPG) while logging between three and six receptions for the sixth straight game. He's merited consistent flex consideration in PPR formats, but a lack of downfield explosiveness and a seven-game scoring drought severely cap his relevance in standard scoring. Week 15 brings a matchup against a Cardinals defense that's been more than serviceable in…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 9 at 8:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Three catches in Sunday's loss
Sanu hauled in three of four targets, accounting for 37 receiving yards during Sunday's 26-16 loss to the Ravens.
Analysis: Sanu has been a prototypical high-floor, low-ceiling option in fantasy this year, just as he has been for the majority of his career: four times exceeding 75 catches, but never accounting for more than 790 receiving yards across six prior seasons as a pro. In 2018, he's recorded four or more catches in eight of 12 appearances, but he's only gone over 75 receiving yards once. Sanu's early-season scoring spree is now a distant memory, further inhibiting the veteran wideout's upside. Sanu has gone…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 2 at 3:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Third-leading receiver in loss
Sanu caught all four of his targets, accounting for 74 receiving yards, during Thursday's 31-17 loss to the Saints.
Analysis: Sanu keeps churning out respectable PPR production, with at least four receptions and 45 receiving yards in four straight outings. (He achieved that same feat just twice over the first seven weeks of the season.) The seven-year veteran has been a high-floor flex play, but offers limited upside of late, having gone five straight games without getting into the end zone after scoring three times through Week 6. An upcoming matchup against Baltimore is nothing to get optimistic about, with the…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 23 at 12:07am by Rotowire.com
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Solid in losing effort to Dallas
Sanu caught four of six targets, compiling 56 receiving yards during Sunday's 22-19 loss to the Cowboys.
Analysis: The veteran wideout now has four or more catches in three straight outings, but he's been held scoreless and has fewer than 50 receiving yards per game over that span. Since Week 6, Sanu ranks behind Calvin Ridley in receptions (18 to 20), targets (23 to 27) and yards (215 to 230). while Julio Jones has dominated the target share and overall production (39 receptions on 56 targets for 594 yards). Sanu has an opportunity to boom on Thanksgiving, when the Falcons travel to take on New Orleans and…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 18 at 2:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared to play
Sanu (hip) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Cowboys, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: After being limited at practice Wednesday and Thursday, Sanu progressed to full participation Friday, thus paving the way for him to remain available this weekend. The presence of fellow receivers Julio Jones and Calvin Ridley limits Sanu's fantasy ceiling to a degree, but he's been serviceable of late in PPR formats in his slot role. Sanu has logged 10 catches for 92 yards on 13 targets over his last two outings.
Published: Fri, Nov 16 at 12:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited again Thursday
Sanu (hip) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Sanu has maintained the same activity level in practice this week, but the hip issue in question hasn't impacted his ability to play on gameday this season. Aside from a two-game stretch Weeks 4 and 5 in which he hauled in 10 of 16 passes for 184 yards and one touchdown, he accounted for 24 catches for 232 yards and two TDs in the Falcons' seven other contests.
Published: Thu, Nov 15 at 1:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Shows up on injury report again
Sanu (hip) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Jason Butt of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Sanu has become a consistent presence on the injury report thanks to the hip issue, but he's played at least 33 snaps in every game this season, including a season-high 70 during Sunday's 28-16 loss to the Browns. His expanded workload (eight targets) was largely a product of the Falcons playing from behind, though Calvin Ridley (five targets on 53 snaps) didn't benefit in the same way. A Week 11 matchup with the Cowboys appears less than optimal, as only the Lions have given up fewer…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 14 at 1:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Third-leading receiver in Week 10 loss
Sanu corralled six of eight targets, compiling 47 yards during Sunday's 28-16 loss to Cleveland.
Analysis: On the Falcons' opening drive of the second half, Sanu carelessly extended the ball in an attempt to collect extra yardage, but the ball came loose and cornerback T.J. Carrie recovered a fumble that led to a Browns touchdown six plays later. The veteran wideout had momentarily shed his possession receiver persona by averaging 16.4 yards per catch between Weeks 4 and 9, but he put forth a more representative performance against Cleveland with an efficient catch rate of 75 percent but unexplosive…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 11 at 9:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared for Sunday
Sanu (hip) was a full practice participant Friday and doesn't have a designation on the final injury report for Sunday's game at Cleveland.
Analysis: Sanu will continue to play through a nagging hip injury after catching four of five targets for 45 yards in last week's 38-14 win over Washington. The red-hot Atlanta offense draws another tricky road matchup, but the bigger concern for Sanu is a lack of opportunities in an offense that also features Julio Jones, Calvin Ridley, Austin Hooper, Tevin Coleman and Ito Smith.
Published: Fri, Nov 9 at 11:34am by Rotowire.com
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Logs limited workout
Sanu (hip) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The Falcons had all members of the 53-man roster on the field in some capacity Thursday, as the lone two non-participants in the team's first practice of Week 10 -- Sanu and kicker Matt Bryant (hamstring) -- both advanced to limited work. Sanu has been nursing the hip injury since early October, but he has yet to miss game action as a result. He should be ready to handle his usual snap count by the time Sunday's game against the Browns arrives.
Published: Thu, Nov 8 at 1:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Practices Thursday
Sanu (hip) took part in practice Thursday, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: With a return to drills, Sanu appears to have received a veteran day off Wednesday as he continues to deal with a hip injury. The issue hasn't stopped him from playing in the Falcons' past four games, though, a span in which he caught 12 of 16 passes for 185 yards and two touchdowns. Thursday's injury report will confirm Sanu's activity level.
Published: Thu, Nov 8 at 11:43am by Rotowire.com
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Held out of practice Wednesday
Sanu (hip) didn't participate in Wednesday's practice, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Sanu has dealt with the hip injury for more than a month, but he has played in each of the Falcons' last four games en route to notching 12 catches (on 16 targets) for 185 yards and two touchdowns. While the Falcons' passing attack centers around the talents of Julio Jones, Sanu remains a regular target of Matt Ryan, even with a health concern impacting his practice reps. Nonetheless, with an absence to start the week, Sanu's status bears watching in the coming days as the team prepares for a…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 7 at 1:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Records four receptions in convincing victory
Sanu hauled in four of five targets for 45 yards during Sunday's 38-14 win against the Redskins.
Analysis: The veteran wideout was able to suit up for Atlanta's road trip to FedEx Field, despite sitting out one practice and remaining limited for two other sessions this week with a banged-up hip. Sanu has eight combined receptions for 112 yards since suffering the injury in Week 6, compared to an average per-game output of four catches and 51.4 yards through his first five outings of the season. Upcoming in Week 10 is a matchup with Cleveland, and a Browns pass defense that ranks among the NFL's…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 4 at 2:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared for tough matchup
Sanu (hip) was limited at Friday's practice but doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game at Washington, Jason Butt of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Sanu sandwiched a pair of limited practices around an absence Thursday, with the Falcons apparently being quite careful with his rep count while he tends to the lingering hip injury. The veteran wideout saw a reduction in both snap share and target volume during the last two games before the Falcons' Week 8 bye, and he'll now return to action against a defense that has limited opponents to 7.0 yards per pass attempt this season. It doesn't help that slot cornerback Fabian Moreau has emerged as…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 2 at 11:04am by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice
Sanu (hip) returned to practice Friday, Jason Butt of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Although the extent of his participation is unclear, this at least marks a step in the right direction after Sanu was a limited participant Wednesday and a non-participant Thursday. He was able to play through the same hip injury prior to a Week 8 bye, catching two passes for 21 yards in a 23-20 win over the Giants back in Week 7. Another update on his status will come later Friday when the Falcons release their final injury report for Sunday's game at Washington.
Published: Fri, Nov 2 at 9:02am by Rotowire.com
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Non-participant in practice
The Falcons labeled Sanu (hip) a non-participant in Thursday's practice, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The listing represents a step back for Sanu, who opened Week 9 with a limited practice Wednesday. While it's not unusual for veterans like Sanu to receive a maintenance day or two during the week, the wideout's lack of participation Thursday seems more concerning given that the Falcons are coming off a bye week. Sanu would increase optimism about his availability for Sunday's game against the Redskins by practicing Friday, though he may need to put in a full session to avoid an injury…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 1 at 2:09pm by Rotowire.com
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