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Rams | Puka Nacua 'good to go' for Sunday against Eagles (2026-10-02 14:32:10) [jump to this story] Commanders | Jayden Daniels ruled out, Mariota to start; Okonkwo will play (2026-10-02 09:40:22) [jump to this story] Bills | Keon Coleman 'looks ready to go' Thursday, DJ Moore in red non-contact jersey again (2026-10-01 14:28:16) [jump to this story] |
Seahawks | Seahawks RB Jadarian Price will miss Sunday's game Fri Oct 2, 04:39 PM
The Seahawks will face the Chargers without rookie running back Jadarian Price.
| Footballguys view: Price appeared on track to play this week, but re-injured his chest/shoulder injury in practice and will not play. In his absence, George Holani and Emanuel Wilson should split the duties, both garnering RB3 rankings in Week 4. Zach Charbonnet returned to practice this week, and if Price misses extended time, his return could be a huge benefit. We'll wait for more news on Price's injury, but fantasy managers can replace Price in their lineups until then. |
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Ravens | Ravens list Zay Flowers (hamstring) as questionable Fri Oct 2, 04:20 PM
Ravens head coach Jesse Minter announced that Zay Flowers (hamstring) will be questionable this week.
| Footballguys view: Flowers played in a limited role last week, and there's hope he can expand it this week. Flowers was a full participant on Thursday, and it's unclear whether Friday's limited session was a setback or a planned deload. Fantasy managers relying on Flowers are lucky that the Ravens play in the early window. If he can't go, pivot options won't be scarce. However, Flowers seems on track to play. Given what we've seen in small samples so far, he's a must-start when active. |
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Eagles | Dallas Goedert (knee) ruled out for Sunday vs. Rams Fri Oct 2, 04:02 PM
Eagles TE Dallas Goedert (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Rams. Goedert did not practice Wednesday or Thursday.
| Footballguys view: Goedert was expected to miss a few weeks with the sprained MCL he suffered in Week 2. The team brought in Zach Ertz, and he was immediately active in Week 3. Ertz is coming off a season-ending ACL tear, but his cerebral game and knack for finding soft spots in coverage helped him get involved immediately. With DeVonta Smith also out this week, Dontayvion Wicks and Makai Lemon will lead the receiver room. With many of their passing options down, expect the Eagles to lean heavily on Saquon Barkley in this match against the Rams. |
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Eagles | DeVonta Smith (hamstring) ruled out for Sunday vs. Rams Fri Oct 2, 04:02 PM
Eagles WR DeVonta Smith (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's Week 4 game against the Rams. Smith sat out practice again on Friday before the decision.
| Footballguys view: Reports say Smith could miss more this week after suffering a hamstring injury. The Eagles planned to build their passing attack around Smith and Dallas Goedert this year after trading away A.J. Brown. Now they're down to Dontayvion Wicks, Makai Lemon, and Zach Ertz as their top receivers. Expect a run-heavy game plan in Week 4 against the Rams. |
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Titans | RB Tyjae Spears returns to full practice Fri Oct 2, 04:00 PM
Titans RB Tyjae Spears (ankle) was a full participant in Friday's practice after being limited in an earlier session this week.
| Footballguys view: A full practice makes it almost certain that Spears will play this weekend. With Tony Pollard also expected to be active, touches will likely be split between the two backs. With how the Titans' offense has struggled to start this season, it's hard to rely on any running back as more than a desperation RB3. |
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Jets | Kenyon Sadiq (back), Kingsley Enagbare (knee) questionable for Sunday Fri Oct 2, 04:00 PM
Jets rookie TE Kenyon Sadiq (back) is questionable for Sunday's Week 4 game at the Bears. Sadiq was limited in Wednesday's practice. DE Kingsley Enagbare (knee) is also questionable for Sunday.
| Footballguys view: Sadiq has been limited all week with this back injury. After already dealing with a handful of injuries since the start of training camp, there's some concern. But Sadiq proved just last week that he can be dominant regardless of his health. The Jets selected Sadiq 16th overall, and the athleticism that made him a premium pick has been on full display early. He's likely to be active this week and, if so, high up in the streaming discussion. If he's unexpectedly inactive, he plays early enough that managers can pivot. |
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Buccaneers | Chris Godwin Jr. set to play Sunday against Packers Fri Oct 2, 03:59 PM
Buccaneers WR Chris Godwin Jr. is set to play against the Packers on Sunday. Godwin, who has been dealing with an ankle injury, returned to full practice on Thursday.
| Footballguys view: It's good to see Godwin back on the field and trending towards playing this week. However, he's averaging just 37 yards per game this year, and undrafted rookie Jalon Daniels will be getting his first NFL start with Baker Mayfield out. Desperate managers might not have a better option than Godwin, but fantasy managers should bench him where they can. |
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Bills | DJ Moore 'good to go' for Sunday vs. Patriots Fri Oct 2, 03:46 PM
Bills WR DJ Moore is good to go for Sunday's game against the Patriots. He was limited in practice again on Friday, but he doesn't have a game status. Moore was also limited on Thursday.
| Footballguys view: Moore played through this AC joint sprain last week, and there's no reason to think he won't again this week. Moore is one of the toughest players in the league, regularly playing through injuries. He's been a focal point of the Bills' passing attack when he's been on the field. Start him as a WR2. |
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Chargers | Ladd McConkey (foot) back at practice but 'stood and watched' during WR drills Fri Oct 2, 03:30 PM
Chargers WR Ladd McConkey (foot) returned to practice on Friday after missing Thursday's session, but he did not run any routes or catch any passes with the rest of the Chargers receivers during the period open to media. McConkey "stood and watched" instead. He was limited on Wednesday with the foot injury.
| Footballguys view: McConkey's status for Sunday's game against the Seahawks is firmly in doubt. With a late kickoff, fantasy managers should have a pivot player. With Mike Evans' status also up in the air for the late slate, savvy managers will plan ahead rather than wait until the last minute and hope to get their choice off the waiver wire. There's not much information on this injury. When Jim Harbaugh was asked if he sustained the injury in practice, he replied, "I don't know. I just know his designation today." It sounds like McConkey could be trending towards an inactive game status or, even worse, a late-afternoon game-time decision. |
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Vikings | Justin Jefferson (ankle) aiming to return to practice next week Fri Oct 2, 03:25 PM
Vikings WR Justin Jefferson (ankle) will receive treatment over the next couple of days with the goal of returning to practice next week, head coach Kevin O'Connell said on Friday. "He's going to get treatment throughout the next couple of days and the goal is try to get him back out there practicing next week. I know it's a big one for him next week going to Louisiana," O'Connell said. Jefferson has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.
| Footballguys view: Jefferson logged some practices this week before ultimately being declared out. This sounds like a relatively minor ankle injury, and it's likely that Jefferson is back out there in Week 5 against the Saints. |
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Raiders | Brock Bowers limited Friday but 'good to go' for Sunday vs. Chiefs Fri Oct 2, 03:22 PM
Raiders TE Brock Bowers was limited in practice on Friday but is good to go for Sunday's game against the Chiefs. Bowers, who had been dealing with a knee injury, made his season debut last Sunday at the Saints, catching 10 passes for 116 yards and a touchdown.
| Footballguys view: Fantasy managers who drafted Bowers only for him to have knee surgery the day before the season kicked off are probably panicking seeing the "Q" next to his name on their fantasy platforms, but this sounds like a case of managed practice reps. Bowers was dominant in his Week 3 debut, catching 10 of 14 targets for 116 yards and a touchdown. If he's active (and he should be), you're starting him. It's that simple. |
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Chargers | Charlie Kolar (forearm) back at practice Friday Fri Oct 2, 03:17 PM
Chargers TE Charlie Kolar (forearm) returned to practice on Friday. Kolar did not practice on Wednesday. The Chargers visit the Seahawks on Sunday.
| Footballguys view: After it was initially reported that Charlie Kolar would go on IR, the team never placed him there, hinting that he would likely return in less than four weeks. Kolar missed Week 3's game, but is already back at practice. His Week 4 availability is still very much in question. There was some hope that Oronde Gadsden could seize an opportunity with Kolar and David Njoku out, but that didn't happen last week. He may have another chance this weekend if Kolar can't go, but nothing from last week suggests he's a viable start this week. This Chargers' tight end room is one to avoid in fantasy. |
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Chargers | Ladd McConkey (foot) back at practice Friday Fri Oct 2, 03:13 PM
Chargers WR Ladd McConkey (foot) was at practice on Friday. McConkey was limited on Wednesday with the foot injury and was not seen at Thursday's practice.
| Footballguys view: McConkey was downgraded from a limited practice on Wednesday to a DNP on Thursday. A return to practice on Friday bodes well for his Week 4 availability. NFL Network's Taylor Bisciotti noted "no limp" on Twitter when sharing a clip of him walking onto the field. We'll get more information on McConkey's Week 4 status after practice, but he's trending in the right direction. |
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Rams | Colby Parkinson (knee/shoulder) won't practice Friday, questionable vs. Eagles Fri Oct 2, 03:12 PM
Rams TE Colby Parkinson (knee/shoulder) will not practice on Friday and will be listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Eagles, head coach Sean McVay said. Parkinson also sat out practice on Thursday.
| Footballguys view: Parkinson hasn't practiced all week, which would typically lead to an inactive status. With Terrance Ferguson also expected to be out, the Rams are likely to be down their top two tight ends. Last week, as the primary tight end, Tyler Higbee caught eight of his 11 targets for 62 yards and a touchdown. If Parkinson and Ferguson are both out, Higbee moves firmly into the streaming discussion. |
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Bears | D'Andre Swift carries no injury designation for Week 4; Caleb Williams out Fri Oct 2, 03:00 PM
Bears RB D'Andre Swift has no injury designation for Sunday's Week 4 game against the Jets. QB Caleb Williams and Braxton Jones are ruled out, and S Cam Lewis is doubtful after not practicing on Friday. DT Shemar Turner, LB Noah Sewell and CB Kyler Gordon, all on the PUP list, were full participants in practice.
| Footballguys view: Swift unexpectedly popped up on Thursday's injury report as a DNP for a knee injury, but it sounds more like a veteran rest day than a true DNP. Especially after Swift fully participated in Wednesday's walkthrough, Thursday's absence was a surprise. It's not uncommon for the Bears to manage Swift's workload during the week. He is off to a blistering start and is currently the RB7 in PPR leagues. Get him in your lineup as a back-end RB1. |
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Titans | Tony Pollard 'good to go', Spears heading 'in the right direction' Fri Oct 2, 02:33 PM
Titans RB Tony Pollard (foot) practiced again on Friday and is good to go for Sunday's game at the Ravens. RB Tyjae Spears (ankle) also practiced Friday, and head coach Robert Saleh said he is heading in the right direction. S Kevin Winston Jr., added to the injury report Thursday with a shoulder injury, did not practice Friday; Saleh said Winston will be monitored: "Obviously we'll see how he feels." DT John Franklin-Myers (back) practiced again Friday and is good to go.
| Footballguys view: Pollard and Spears both opened the week as DNPs, but both running backs returned to practice on Thursday. Pollard's participation was listed as full, while Spears has been limited. The Titans have a tough matchup against the Ravens this week, but Pollard would be a decent volume-based RB2 if Spears can't go. If Spears is active, a split backfield in this matchup could be hard to predict, and both running backs would fall into the back-end RB4 tier. |
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Rams | Puka Nacua 'good to go' for Sunday against Eagles Fri Oct 2, 02:32 PM
Rams WR Puka Nacua is "good to go" for Sunday's game against the Eagles, head coach Sean McVay said on Friday. Nacua had been dealing with a hip injury this week.
| Footballguys view: Sarah Barshop added that "the Rams are still working through how they will navigate his snap count," leaving some uneasiness about his Week 4 outlook. Nacua missed last week's game with a hip injury, and rumors began to swirl. "Soft suspensions," "contract disputes," and "pre-hernia" speculation have circulated on social media, but the Rams have been pretty tight-lipped about the details of his absence. If he's active, it's hard to imagine anyone benching Nacua. He's one of the league's most dominant players and has played through injuries successfully many times in his young career. In this situation, it's probably best to ignore the noise and listen to what the team is telling us. If he's "good to go," per Sean McVay, start him. |
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Vikings | Justin Jefferson (ankle) ruled out for Sunday against Dolphins Fri Oct 2, 02:30 PM
Vikings WR Justin Jefferson (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's Week 4 game against the Dolphins. Jefferson was absent from practice on both Thursday and Friday.
| Footballguys view: After not practicing all week, Jefferson was expected to miss Week 4. The team confirmed he avoided a high ankle sprain, so there's hope he can play as soon as next week. With Jefferson leaving last week's game early, Jordan Addison had an impressive game with 90 yards and a touchdown. Addison will rank as a back-end WR2 against a porous Miami defense this week, and we'll hope Jefferson can return for Week 5. |
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Bills | Keon Coleman 'good to go' vs. Patriots, Ray Davis and Christian Benford questionable Fri Oct 2, 02:01 PM
Bills WR Keon Coleman (ankle) should be "good to go" for Sunday's game against the Patriots, head coach Joe Brady said on Friday. RB Ray Davis (hamstring) and CB Christian Benford (toe) are questionable, and DT T.J. Sanders is doubtful.
| Footballguys view: Coleman missed Wednesday's practice, logged a limited day on Thursday, and was cleared after Friday's practice. That's about the best-case scenario you can hope for. Coleman had one of the best games of his young career in Week 2, catching all six of his targets for 63 yards. His next game was cut short by this ankle injury, but he's "good to go" for Week 4. He's a shaky WR4, but he has upside if desperate fantasy managers are looking for it. |
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Vikings | Justin Jefferson (ankle) absent from practice again Friday Fri Oct 2, 01:20 PM
Vikings WR Justin Jefferson (ankle) was not at practice on Friday. Jefferson also did not practice on Wednesday or Thursday. Head coach Kevin O'Connell is scheduled to speak to reporters later Friday afternoon. The Vikings host the Dolphins on Sunday.
| Footballguys view: Fantasy managers should treat Jefferson as out this week. He hasn't practiced all week after suffering an ankle injury. Our injury analyst, Adam Hutchison, projects Jefferson to return in Week 5, speculating that he may have suffered an eversion ankle sprain. Per Hutchison: "These injuries can still result in an extended absence, but the typical timeline is closer to 1-2 weeks. More importantly for fantasy, there are fewer severe outlier cases associated with significant declines in production after returning compared to high ankle sprains." While fantasy managers would love to have Jefferson this week, it's relieving that he avoided the dreaded high ankle sprain that could have kept him out much longer. |
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Commanders | Terry McLaurin questionable for London after hamstring issue 'popped up' in practice Fri Oct 2, 01:02 PM
Commanders WR Terry McLaurin had a hamstring issue pop up in practice on Friday and is now questionable for Sunday's game against the Colts in London. McLaurin caught six passes for 77 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's win over the Seahawks.
| Footballguys view: McLaurin wasn't on the Wednesday or Thursday injury report, and a late-week addition is never good. With an early kickoff in the London game, it's imperative that fantasy managers plan as if McLaurin won't play. The flexibility of an island game before the rest means there will be no shortage of pivot options if McLaurin can't go. If we don't get clarity on McLaurin's status on Saturday, don't forget to set your alarms for Sunday morning at 8:00 am E.T. when inactives are announced. |
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Colts | WR Keenan Allen (groin) did not practice Friday Fri Oct 2, 01:00 PM
Colts WR Keenan Allen (groin) did not participate in Friday's practice.
| Footballguys view: Allen was limited on Wednesday and Thursday, so this isn't great news. A Friday DNP could just be preferential treatment for an aging vet or a sign of a more serious injury than initially anticipated. Allen got out of the gates quickly the last two seasons before cooling off. Now 34 years old and with a lengthy list of major injuries, it's understandable to question how his body can withstand the wear and tear of an NFL season. If he's out there, he's drawing enough volume to be a WR3 in fantasy lineups. But managers should try to plan for future weeks if they're relying on Allen now. |
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Bears | Caleb Williams ruled out vs. Jets, no starting QB named Fri Oct 2, 12:52 PM
Bears QB Caleb Williams has been ruled out for Sunday's Week 4 game against the Jets, head coach Ben Johnson said on Friday, though the team did not announce a starting quarterback.
| Footballguys view: Ben Johnson is showing a bit of gamesmanship by not declaring a starter, but Tyson Bagent has been taking first-team snaps most of the week, and expectations are that he should start. Johnson said earlier in the week that "there was a reason why Tyson ended training camp as our No. 2 quarterback." A masterful game plan with Case Keenum helped the Bears upset the Eagles on Monday night last week. This week's matchup against the Jets could lead to more surprises with a new quarterback. Bagent brings quickness as a processor but also has much more mobility than Keenum offered. If Bagent starts, he'll fall into the QB2 conversation and be a worthy start in two-quarterback and superflex leagues. |
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Panthers | WR Xavier Legette ruled out for Week 4 Fri Oct 2, 12:45 PM
Panthers WR Xavier Legette (knee) is listed as out on the Week 4 injury report. Xavier Legette did not participate in Friday's practice.
| Footballguys view: Legette didn't practice at all this week, so there's no surprise that he won't be ready for Sunday night. Even if active, Legette would have been little more than a desperation play in deep leagues. |
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Panthers | Jalen Coker questionable vs. Lions Fri Oct 2, 12:31 PM
WR Jalen Coker (quad) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Lions after he did not take part in individual drills at Friday's practice.
| Footballguys view: Coker didn't practice at the start of the week but returned on Thursday and logged back-to-back days, albeit in limited fashion. Dave Canales tipped his hand a bit, saying the team would activate Ja'seem Reed if Coker isn't available, so fantasy managers can keep an eye out for that. In the few clips circulating from today's practice, Coker doesn't look completely healthy, showing some hesitancy in fully opening up his stride. If he's active, he'll be a risky WR4. If he can't play this week but logs a full practice heading into Week 5, managers can start him with much more confidence. The Panthers play Sunday night, so watching Reed's activation will help us decide what to do with Coker before the early slate of games. |
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Buccaneers | Baker Mayfield ruled out vs. Packers, Bucky Irving will play Fri Oct 2, 12:28 PM
Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield (thumb) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Packers. DE Rueben Bain Jr., CB Benjamin Morrison and TE Ko Kieft have also been ruled out. RB Bucky Irving, DE Yaya Diaby and LB Josiah Trotter will play.
| Footballguys view: Mayfield is expected to miss at least two weeks, and possibly more, as he manages his recovery from last week's dislocated thumb. Undrafted rookie Jalon Daniels will make his first-ever start against the Packers this week. Given the uncertainty at quarterback, all of the Buccaneers' pass catchers should be docked slightly. Irving practiced every day this week and can be fired up as a high-end RB2. |
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Texans | Nico Collins at practice Friday, body appears to have 'responded well' Fri Oct 2, 11:46 AM
Texans WR Nico Collins (hamstring) was on the field for practice on Friday. It would seem his body "responded well to two back-to-back practices."
| Footballguys view: Collins has a history of soft-tissue issues, and he has been held out since Week 1 with this hamstring. However, he seems to be trending toward a Week 4 return after rejoining practice at the start of the week. Assuming Collins is back in the lineup, he'll have a nice return against a susceptible Cowboys secondary. The small risk of re-injury will keep him from his normal ranking as a top WR1, but he's still worth a start in almost all situations. |
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Buccaneers | Bucky Irving (glute) working Friday, 'didn't seem to have any issues' Fri Oct 2, 11:13 AM
Buccaneers RB Bucky Irving (glute) was working at Friday's practice and "didn't seem to have any issues."
| Footballguys view: Irving has been limited throughout this week with a glute injury, but it's relieving to hear an optimistic report. Irving is PPR's RB15 through the first three weeks. If he's starting, get him in your lineup as a high-end RB2. |
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Dolphins | Caleb Douglas out at Vikings Fri Oct 2, 11:07 AM
Dolphins WR Caleb Douglas (ankle) will miss Sunday's game at the Vikings, his second straight absence.
| Footballguys view: Douglas will miss his second straight game after suffering an ankle injury in Week 2. The rookie looked like the team's top receiver before the injury and hopes to regain that role upon his return. Douglas will have a chance to return to practice again next week leading up to a game against the Bengals. |
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Dolphins | Jeff Hafley says Jaylen Wright 'should be good to go' for Week 4 Fri Oct 2, 10:47 AM
Dolphins RB Jaylen Wright should be good to go for Sunday's game against the Vikings, head coach Jeff Hafley said on Friday. Wright improved to full participation at Thursday's practice.
| Footballguys view: Wright missed last week's game, leading to uncertainty about how this week's backfield will look without De'Von Achane. In the one game Achane missed last year, touches were split between Wright and Ollie Gordon, with a slight lean toward Wright in both rushing and receiving. A new staff could shake up the depth chart, but the impression coming out of camp was that Wright had secured the RB2 spot. Wright hasn't had much work in his young NFL career, but he's a speedster who can bring a similar impact to Achane on stretch plays and outside zone runs. Gordon is more of a between-the-tackles runner, offering a natural complement. Both backs are risky RB3s in Week 4, and we'll hope for more clarity heading into Week 5. |
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Jets | Breece Hall, Adonai Mitchell, Mason Taylor ruled out for Sunday vs. Bears Fri Oct 2, 10:46 AM
Jets RB Breece Hall, WR Adonai Mitchell and TE Mason Taylor have been ruled out for Sunday's Week 4 game at the Bears. LG Dylan Parham and LB Kiko Mauigoa are also out. Hall, Mitchell and Taylor all missed practice on Wednesday.
| Footballguys view: Hall is managing a quad injury, Mitchell a finger, and Taylor a thumb. Their absences most directly benefit Braelon Allen and Kanyon Sadiq. Allen should be the team's primary running back, and Sadiq will have a chance to build on a huge Week 3. Allen is a high-end RB2, and Sadiq lands near the top of the tight-end streaming tier. In what could be a shootout against the Bears, get both in your lineups where you have them. |
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Bears | Tyson Bagent getting first-team reps, points to start vs. Jets with Williams out Fri Oct 2, 09:51 AM
Bears QB Tyson Bagent, not Case Keenum, has gotten the first-team reps through two practice days this week, which points to Bagent starting Sunday's Week 4 game against the Jets in place of QB Caleb Williams, who continues to recover from a hamstring injury.
| Footballguys view: Bagent was the QB2 throughout training camp and missed only first-team work last week because he was on concussion protocol. Bagent is an above-average backup. He processes quickly and has enough mobility to extend plays when needed. Assuming he starts this week, he's in the QB2 tier. His ability to get the ball out quickly should bode well for Luther Burden, Colston Loveland, Kalif Raymond, and Rome Odunze. |
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Commanders | Jayden Daniels ruled out, Mariota to start; Okonkwo will play Fri Oct 2, 09:40 AM
Commanders QB Jayden Daniels (elbow) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Colts in London, head coach Dan Quinn said on Friday. Quinn also said TE Chig Okonkwo and LB Frankie Luvu, who have each missed the last two games, will play against the Colts.
| Footballguys view: No surprise here that Daniels won't play after sustaining a dislocated elbow in Week 2. Daniels was practicing this week with an elbow brace and could return as soon as next week. The first time he dislocated his elbow last season, he missed three games plus a bye. That same timeline would push his return back a few more weeks, but he seems motivated to return sooner this time. Marcus Martioa has been formidable in Daniels' absence and makes for a strong QB2 in Week 4 against the Colts. Once Daniels returns, he'll be back in the QB1 discussion. But the high risk of reinjury will make him an anxiety-inducing start. |
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Browns | Jeudy at season-low 38% of snaps, Boston and Concepcion near 100% vs. Steelers Fri Oct 2, 09:06 AM
Browns WR Jerry Jeudy played a season-low 24 snaps (38%) in Thursday's 27-24 win over the Steelers but made the most of them. Rookie WRs Denzel Boston and KC Concepcion Jr. each finished just a few snaps shy of 100%. Jeudy had played a then-season-low 51% of the snaps in the prior week's win over the Panthers.
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Jets | Braelon Allen taking majority of practice reps with Breece Hall (quad) sidelined Fri Oct 2, 08:10 AM
Jets RB Braelon Allen has been taking the majority of reps in practice ahead of the Week 4 game at Chicago as RB Breece Hall deals with a quadriceps injury sustained late in Sunday's game at Detroit.
| Footballguys view: Allen is a young, talented back who hasn't had much chance to showcase his upside since the Jets drafted him three years ago. Allen got very little work as a 20-year-old rookie. Years 2 and 3 were plagued with injuries. Now Allen will have a chance to be the lead back while Breece Hall is out. Allen's combination of size, speed, and athleticism makes him a very intriguing play, especially this week against a soft Bears' run defense. |
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Browns | Mason Graham left stadium on crutches, wearing knee brace Fri Oct 2, 07:59 AM
Browns DT Mason Graham suffered a left knee injury in the first half of Thursday's 27-24 win over the Steelers and did not return. Head coach Todd Monken said he had no update on Graham's condition after the game, but Graham left the stadium on crutches while wearing a brace on his knee, Cleveland.com's Mary Kay Cabot reported.
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Steelers | Rodgers throws for 299 yards, three touchdowns in loss to Browns Thu Oct 1, 11:46 PM
Pittsburgh Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers completed 22 of 40 passes for 299 yards with 3 touchdowns and 2 interceptions in Thursday's 27-24 loss to the Cleveland Browns. He was projected for 14.5 fantasy points (half-PPR) and finished with 22.0.
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Steelers | Wilson catches 3 passes for 74 yards, a touchdown in loss to Browns Thu Oct 1, 11:46 PM
Pittsburgh Steelers WR Roman Wilson caught 3 passes for 74 yards and a touchdown on 6 targets in Thursday's 27-24 loss to the Cleveland Browns. He was projected for 6.2 fantasy points (half-PPR) and finished with 14.9.
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Steelers | Metcalf catches 5 passes for 115 yards in loss to Browns Thu Oct 1, 11:46 PM
Pittsburgh Steelers WR DK Metcalf caught 5 passes for 115 yards on 9 targets in Thursday's 27-24 loss to the Cleveland Browns. He was projected for 9.1 fantasy points (half-PPR) and finished with 14.0.
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Seahawks | Jadarian Price DNP with chest injury Thursday, Charbonnet and Okada return Thu Oct 1, 07:16 PM
Seahawks RB Jadarian Price did not practice on Thursday because of a chest injury, a step back after he was limited on Wednesday. RB Zach Charbonnet returned to practice Thursday after being designated to return from the PUP list. S Ty Okada, who did not practice Wednesday, also returned on Thursday.
| Footballguys view: With Charbonnet back at practice, the team opened a 21-day window for him to return to the lineup (or get shut down for the year). We'll see if Price can play in Week 4, and this DNP on Thursday is not a great sign. Emanuel Wilson and George Holani would do more if Price can't play (and Charbonnet is not quite ready to return in Week 4). |
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Broncos | Waddle, Dobbins, Mims full again; DE Dondrea Tillman 'trending towards being out' Thu Oct 1, 07:14 PM
Broncos WR Jaylen Waddle, RB J.K. Dobbins and WR Marvin Mims Jr. were full participants in practice again on Thursday and look on track to play Sunday against the 49ers. DE Dondrea Tillman appears to be trending toward being out. DT Zach Allen went from a rest day on Wednesday to full participation on Thursday, while DT D.J. Jones got a rest day.
| Footballguys view: Waddle was hot in Week 2, and then he was cold in Week 3. We'll see if the team can get him more involved on the road against the 49ers. Having a strong rushing attack would help, but Dobbins looks like he's still shaking off the rust from being injured last year. We like Dobbins as an RB3/flex while Waddle is a WR2/flex for Fantasy GMs in PPR formats. |
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Dolphins | Jaylen Wright (foot) upgraded to full participant on Thursday Thu Oct 1, 05:32 PM
Dolphins RB Jaylen Wright (foot) was upgraded to a full participant in practice on Thursday. He had been a limited participant in Wednesday's practice. Wright's stinger was previously removed from the injury report, leaving only the foot issue.
| Footballguys view: The matchup against the Vikings on Sunday is "not great Bob." However, Wright has big-play ability anytime he touches the ball and is listed atop the depth chart for the Dolphins. We've got Wright as an RB4 in PPR formats this week. Ollie Gordon IIwill work in tandem with Wright, and we think he's in a similar flex/RB4 range. |
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Vikings | Caleb Douglas, Justin Jefferson miss second straight practice Thu Oct 1, 05:27 PM
Dolphins WR Caleb Douglas (ankle) and Vikings WR Justin Jefferson (ankle) both missed practice for a second straight day on Thursday.
| Footballguys view: Jefferson needs to practice on Friday for Fantasy GMs to feel good about his availability against the Dolphins. Everyone needs to keep an eye on his status, and there's a chance the team just calls him a game-time decision. |
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Texans | Nico Collins (hamstring) limited again Thursday, Will Anderson Jr. full Thu Oct 1, 04:55 PM
Texans WR Nico Collins (hamstring) was limited in practice again on Thursday. DE Jadeveon Clowney (knee bruise) and LB Jake Hansen (calf) were also limited. DE Will Anderson Jr. (ankle), S Calen Bullock (quad), S M.J. Stewart (knee), LB Wade Woodaz (ankle, thumb) and DT Logan Hall (knee) were full participants.
| Footballguys view: Collins has been limited in two days of practice this week. The Texans' offense needs more firepower, and they've been missing Collins. The team won't rush him back, obviously, but it would be a boost to have him out there in what could be a shootout against the Cowboys. |
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Jets | Breece Hall (knee) misses practice again Thursday Thu Oct 1, 04:46 PM
Jets RB Breece Hall (knee) did not participate in practice on Thursday. Hall also missed Wednesday's practice after being labeled "week-to-week" following an MRI on Monday.
| Footballguys view: Hall is week-to-week with this knee injury, and it doesn't seem like he'll be ready for Week 4's game against the Bears. Braelon Allen should be the starter for the Jets this week, and we like him as an RB2/flex option for Fantasy GMs. |
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Panthers | Xavier Legette not ruled out yet but 'trending in that direction', Coker limited Thu Oct 1, 04:46 PM
Panthers WR Xavier Legette (knee) has not been ruled out for this week's game yet, but is "trending in that direction." Head coach Dave Canales called Legette week-to-week on Wednesday. Legette did not practice on Thursday, while WR Jalen Coker (quad) was limited.
| Footballguys view: Coker is working to get out there in Week 4 on Sunday night against the Lions. The late start means Fantasy GMs planning on Coker need to be very certain of his status. We'll have a better idea if Coker will play after Friday's practice. A full practice on Friday would make us feel a heckuva lot better about his availability in Week 4. |
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Saints | Travis Etienne Jr. to IR with hamstring injury, will miss at least four games Thu Oct 1, 04:41 PM
Saints RB Travis Etienne Jr. has been placed on injured reserve with a hamstring injury, head coach Kellen Moore announced on Thursday. Etienne will miss at least four games, starting with Monday night's game against the Falcons. He leads the Saints with 30 carries and 128 rushing yards, and Alvin Kamara, Kendre Miller, and CJ Donaldson are the team's other running backs. The Saints signed WR Kevin Austin Jr. off the practice squad to fill the roster spot; Austin appeared in the first three games as a temporary elevation and has one catch for seven yards.
| Footballguys view: With a bye in Week 8, the earliest we can see Etienne out there is Week 9. In the meantime, Alvin Kamara takes over as the lead back for the Saints. Kendre Miller will get some work too, and CJ Donaldson might get an increase in touches. Against the Falcons on Monday night in Week 4, Kamara should perform like an RB2/flex option. |
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Rams | Puka Nacua in pads for practice, Aaron Donald not seen in individual drills Thu Oct 1, 04:39 PM
Rams WR Puka Nacua (groin/hip) was in pads for practice on Thursday. Nacua was limited in Wednesday's practice. DT Aaron Donald (back), who missed practice on Wednesday, was not seen during individual drills on Thursday.
| Footballguys view: Things are trending in the right direction for Nacua. He should be out there against the Eagles in Week 4. We've got him as a WR2 with WR1 upside. Let's see if he can play, and let's see if the Rams have him on any sort of snap count to prevent an aggravation. |
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Titans | Tony Pollard (foot) upgraded to full practice Thursday Thu Oct 1, 04:32 PM
Titans RB Tony Pollard (foot) was upgraded to a full participant in practice on Thursday after he did not practice on Wednesday.
| Footballguys view: The "DNP" on Wednesday is in the past with a full practice on Thursday. Without any setbacks, Pollard is good for Week 4. We've got Pollard in the RB2/flex range for this week's contest against the Ravens on Sunday. |
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Giants | Jameis Winston starts Sunday, says 'I have to play well regardless' of McCarthy Thu Oct 1, 04:31 PM
Giants QB Jameis Winston will start Sunday's game against the Cardinals despite the team trading for QB J.J. McCarthy this week. "I mean, I have to play well regardless," Winston said Thursday. "It doesn't matter who's in the building. When you're the quarterback for the New York Football Giants, you have to give your team a chance to win, and that's just the business that we're in."
| Footballguys view: The Giants traded for McCarthy, a first-round pick in 2024, and he's likely to start at some point in the future. After struggling in relief of QB Jaxson Dart in Week 2 (Dart has since been ruled out for the season), Winston avoided turnovers while going 14-of-22 for 118 yards in last Sunday's 12-7 win over the Titans. Winston starts while McCarthy gets used to his new team/offense/teammates. |
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