John Tuvey fantasy football chat transcript (8/1)

The injury bug has already bitten several NFL teams with tight end Dennis Pitta and wide receivers Jeremy Maclin and Percy Harvin suffering major injuries.

Who stands to benefit most with these starters out? And what position battles should fantasy owners be watching in the weeks leading up to the start of the season.

To answer your fantasy football questions is fantasy writer John Tuvey of TheHuddle.com. You've also seen his work in Sports Weekly and on USATODAY.com over the past several years.

If you're wondering about this year's rookie crop, players on the rise and on the decline, or just general draft strategy for the 2013 season, John has the answers.

Click on the CoverItLive box below to check out a transcript of the discussion.