NFL Quick Hits (Dec. 18): Mark Sanchez Targeting a Return

Mark Sanchez Looks to Start Week 15

He missed last week and showed New York and the rest of the football world that, despite being a rookie and making some mistakes this year, he's still a much better player than the veteran Kellen Clemens.

Sanchez has been practicing and looks like he'll be ready for Sunday's matchup against the Atlanta Falcons, which bodes well for Sanchez and the Jets' passing game if he does start.

Washington Redskins Want Mike Shanahan

Just a day after seeing GM Vinny Cerrato resign, Bruce Allen replace him , and Jon Gruden rumors fly around, Shanahan is now suddenly the Skins' top choice.

Shanahan is already reportedly weighing a $10 million offer from the Buffalo Bills, and he's also said to be considering waiting it out to see if the Chicago Bears part ways with Lovie Smith. The Cleveland Browns also remain an option for the former Denver Broncos head coach.

Matt Ryan and Michael Turner Limited on Thursday

Reports have them both being "extremely" limited (whatever that means), and regardless of reports that the team is trying to get them back this week, neither are a lock to play.

If the Falcons are serious about a feeble playoff push, they at least need Turner back as their rushing game has been lethargic. Chris Redman has done an okay job in two out of three games, but neither he nor Matt Ryan should have too much success against a solid New York Jets pass defense.

Larry Fitzgerald Limited, but Improving

Updating previous reports, Fitzgerald is back and practicing, although only on a limited basis. It wouldn't be that much of a shock to see the Cardinals hold him out this week, as the Detroit Lions don't pose much of a threat to even stay in the game.

Monitor his status up until game-time, but barring any setbacks, he looks like he'll be good to go.

Calvin Johnson Back at Practice For Lions

After returning from a knee injury that kept him from practicing on Thursday, it appears Megatron should be able to go on Sunday against the Arizona Cardinals.

Arizona's pass rush has improved in recent weeks, but they're still vulnerable against the pass, giving an already potential-ridden Johnson an added boost. However, with Daunte Culpepper throwing him bombs this week, he's still a risky play.

Kellen Winslow Questionable For Sunday

Winslow was held out of practice Friday, and has been dealing with issues in his knee for the past few weeks.

If he does miss the contest against the Seahawks, upgrade Antonio Bryant, as Seattle can't stop the pass, and Bryant would benefit (via targets) from Winslow's absence.

Percy Harvin Misses Practice Again

Harvin missed yet another practice with his migraine woes, and is unlikely to play for the second straight week. This is developing into a slight concern for the Minnesota training staff.

If Harvin is out again, upgrade both Bernard Berrian and Sidney Rice, although neither is expected to get a ton of targets against a stingy Carolina pass defense on Sunday night.

Devin Hester Likely to Miss Week 15

Hester is expected to miss practice on Friday with a calf injury, and doing so would put him in jeopardy of missing Sunday's game against the Baltimore Ravens.

He's been inconsistent and unreliable, anyway, so if you have to run with a Bears receiver this week, try the big-play threat, Johnny Knox.

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