Fantasy Impact: Holmes Injured

Jay Glazer of Fox Sports has reported that Priest Holmes has re-injured his neck, and his career may finally be over. Readers of this blog know that we have considered this injury inevitable. Its sad to see a man that had achieved such greatness go down, but where does this leave the fantasy landscape?

Kolby Smith becomes the Chiefs starter until Larry Johnson is able to come back, which is still very questionable, based upon recent reports from Rotonews and ProFootballTalk.com. Smith has 10 carries for 19 yards, and 7 catches for 62 yards on the season. On the Chiefs' rushing offense (which is 31st in yards per game this season), Larry Johnson has averaged 3.5 yards per carry and Priest Holmes 3.0. It is hard to imagine Smith averaging more than 3.0. This offensive line is just that bad. However, I don't see the Chiefs relying on the arm of Brodie Croyle, either, so expect Smith to get about 20 carries per game. He also could add about 3 catches for 20 yards, with a touchdown thrown in every 3rd week or so. Worth owning, but nothing to get too excited about.