Congrats to my New York Yankees on their 27th World Series championship. You know what would have been a good headline for one of the NYC tabloids to use this morning? 27TH HEAVEN, since the Yanks won their 27th title. What's that? The New York Daily News already used it? OK. How about the New York Post? The same, exact headline? Ouch.

On to the news:

• The Lions' week is off to a rough start. WR Calvin Johnson was limited in Wednesday's practice due to his lingering right knee injury, and his status will probably be a gametime decision. RB Kevin Smith missed Wednesday's practice because of the shoulder issue that made him leave last week's game, but he said he'll practice today. Keep an eye on both players as kickoff approaches; I think they'll both play, but Johnson might make you sweat it out.
• After missing Week 8 due to a concussion, Eagles RB Brian Westbrook practiced Wednesday and has been cleared to play this week against the Cowboys. Start him if you've got him.
• Cardinals WR Anquan Boldin didn't practice Wednesday because of his nagging sprained ankle, but one report says he's likely to play this week. Even if he does, did you see him limping around against the Panthers on Sunday? I think his 40-yard dash time would be 5.2 right now. That's minutes, not seconds.
• Colts RB Donald Brown was back at practice Wednesday, and should be ready to go this week. You're going to have to wait at least another week for WR Anthony Gonzalez, though.
• This Kansas City Star story adds more clarity to the Chiefs RB situation. It says that Jamaal Charles "can be counted on for a significant number of carries," while Kolby Smith "isn't likely to get many carries." I still like the idea of taking a free-agent flier on Smith, but if it pays off, it probably won't be this week.
• So Roy Williams thinks he's still the Cowboys' No. 1 wide receiver, huh? Do you think Williams can't see Miles Austin because he's always crossing the goal line 60 yards away?
• Don't forget your byes. The Bills, Browns, Vikings, Jets, Raiders and Rams are off this week. No Derek Anderson or JaMarcus Russell? What will fantasy owners do?
• Bears WR Devin Hester sprained an ankle late in Sunday's game, and hopes to practice today. He says he'll play, but after reading this story, I think you might want to keep a close eye on his status as kickoff approaches. Maybe I'm worrying about nothing.
• Packers QB Aaron Rodgers won't practice until Friday because of injuries to both feet, but he's expected to play against the Bucs. Do you need even one good foot against them? Anyway, TE Jermichael Finley is a long shot to play.
• Texans head coach Gary Kubiak isn't naming a starter at running back, but says that Steve Slaton, Ryan Moats and Chris Brown will all play this week. Unless Slaton fumbles again at the hotel, or on the team bus, or in the locker room ...
• No practice Wednesday for RB Sammy Morris. Don't expect him to start for the Pats this week.
• Saints WR Lance Moore's status is up in the air due to a sprained ankle. Don't count on him this week.
• This story suggests that the Steelers might give RB Willie Parker a little more work this week because he turf toe issue has subsides, and because the high altitude in Denver could require more rest for Rashard Mendenhall. So, Mendenhall might carry fewer than the 10 times he did against the Vikings?
• The Seahawks waived RB Edgerrin James earlier this week. The Edge wasn't helping you much, but Justin Forsett could pick up some fantasy value as Julius Jones' primary backup. It's not like Jones is Emmitt Smith back there.
• Remember that rookie QB Josh Freeman will start this week for the Bucs. Actually, don't remember it unless you're in a keeper league.
• Looking for more advice? Send your questions to Roger Rotter, who will host a live chat today at 3 p.m. ET.
• Read my latest Wide Write start 'em/sit 'em column on FOXNews.com, and watch this week's video. They'll bring a tear to your eye.

See you back here tomorrow, when I'll probably post a little later than usual. I promise the entry will be here by 10 a.m. ET.