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Week 5 Fantasy Football News: Andre Johnson, Jahvid Best And Ahmad Bradshaw All To Start

Andre Johnson To Start Versus The New York Giants

It appears that Johnson's rehab over the past week has helped him recover enough to play today. ESPN's Rachel Nichols has reported that a blood spinning procedure used by Andre Johnson during last week has "really helped him." Also active for the Houston Texans is Pro Bowl defensive end Mario Williams.

Jahvid Best Will Start Despite Turf Toe Against The St. Louis Rams

Best will be backed up by only Kevin Smith, so expect him to factor in greatly for the Lions.

Ahmad Bradshaw Is Active For The Giants

Along with Bradshaw, Kenny Phillips is also active for the Giants, a huge boost for a defense that had been questionable prior to last week's pristine performance against the Chicago Bears.

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