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Jets | Adonai Mitchell (finger) limited Thursday, Mason Taylor (thumb) out again Thu Sep 24, 05:07 PM
Jets WR Adonai Mitchell was added to the injury report on Thursday as a limited participant due to a finger injury, his first appearance on the injury report for any reason this season. Mitchell has nine catches for 123 yards through two weeks. TE Mason Taylor (thumb), RB Kene Nwangwu (back), S Minkah Fitzpatrick (groin), and LB Kiko Mauigoa (quad) all missed practice for the second straight day, while LBs Joseph Ossai (foot) and David Bailey (elbow) remained limited. Injury designations for Sunday's game at Detroit will be revealed on Friday.
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Bills | DJ Moore downgraded from limited to DNP, Ed Oliver limited in return Thu Sep 24, 05:01 PM
Bills WR DJ Moore went from a limited participant in practice on Wednesday to a DNP in the team's next practice. Buffalo DB Jordan Hancock was also downgraded from limited on Wednesday to not practicing. DT Ed Oliver was limited in his return to the field.
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Bears | Kyle Monangai misses Thursday practice with knee issue Thu Sep 24, 04:58 PM
Bears RB Kyle Monangai did not practice on Thursday, September 24, due to a knee issue.
| Footballguys view: The game is on Monday night, and the Bears may be starting Case Keenum at quarterback. That's bad news for all Bears' skill position players. Monangai rushed 10 times for 47 yards in the Bears' Week 2 loss to the Vikings, adding two receptions for 11 yards. He did that after fighting through a hamstring issue last week. If Monangai plays, we like him as an RB3/flex option for Fantasy GMs in Week 3. |
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Rams | Puka Nacua absent from Rams practice again, would be fourth straight miss Thu Sep 24, 04:57 PM
Rams WR Puka Nacua (groin) was not spotted at practice again. If he misses the session, it would be his fourth straight missed practice dating back to last Thursday.
| Footballguys view: It doesn't seem like Nacua is going to play on Sunday night against the Broncos. Rams HC Sean McVay said Nacua is 'not making great progress' when asked about the veteran receiver. Expect more Davante Adams (likely covered by Pat Surtain) and Terrance Ferguson if/when Nacua is declared out. |
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Ravens | Doyle says Devontez Walker can 'earn' bigger role with Zay Flowers still out Thu Sep 24, 04:54 PM
Ravens WR Devontez Walker played just 17 snaps in Week 2 against the Saints, catching one of two targets for 47 yards, while WR Chris Moore played 32 snaps and WR LaJohntay Wester played 31 with WR Zay Flowers (hamstring) sidelined and WR Ja'Kobi Lane (wrist) on injured reserve. Offensive coordinator Declan Doyle said on Thursday that the team had a package of plays for Walker and added, "I am really happy with how he responded to his role, and just like throughout the year, guys' roles change. They kind of earn those roles, and he's an example of that." Doyle also addressed passing on a third-and-1 in the fourth quarter instead of handing off to RB Derrick Henry, saying, "I am very aware that Derrick Henry's on our roster. I love Derrick, and it really has to start with our run game. That's the way our offense is."
| Footballguys view: We've always had an appreciation for Walker in deep dynasty formats. A fourth-round pick (2024, North Carolina), Walker has been developing (and standing out at times) for the Ravens for a couple of offseasons. When Flowers is healthy, Walker is likely to return to 'healthy scratch' status (like he was in Week 1). |
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Giants | Malik Nabers (shoulder) upgraded to full participant in Thursday practice Thu Sep 24, 04:46 PM
Giants WR Malik Nabers (shoulder) was upgraded to a full participant in practice on Thursday, September 24.
| Footballguys view: Nabers feels good about his availability for Week 3. We'd feel better if Jaxson Dart was still healthy, and backup QB Jameis Winston needs to play better (and feed Nabers as much as possible). We like Nabers as an WR2/flex play with upside against the Titans in Week 3. |
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49ers | Christian McCaffrey back at practice Thursday, Mike Evans works on side field Thu Sep 24, 04:06 PM
49ers RB Christian McCaffrey returned to practice on Thursday, as did LT Trent Williams and LB Dre Greenlaw. WR Mike Evans was seen working on the side field, while DE Nick Bosa was not on the field.
| Footballguys view: We'll see veteran rest days on Wednesdays for veteran stars across the league. McCaffrey rushed 10 times for 23 yards and two touchdowns in a Week 2 win over the Dolphins, adding four catches for 43 yards receiving. He's a no-brainer RB1 anytime he's out there, and we expect him to be a centerpiece of what the 49ers do against the Cardinals on Sunday afternoon. |
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Eagles | Saquon Barkley expects to play against Bears despite injury Thu Sep 24, 04:04 PM
Eagles RB Saquon Barkley is reportedly expected to play against the Bears in Chicago despite an injury. The report does not specify the nature of the injury or Barkley's practice status.
| Footballguys view: The game is on Monday night in Week 3, so Fantasy GMs would like some clarity before Sunday. Watch Barkley's practice status on Saturday to see what his status is. Reports indicate Barkley underwent an MRI for the stinger he suffered in Week 2 against the Titans. At this time, Barkley is on track to play and we like him as an RB2 with upside in Week 3. |
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Bears | Tyson Bagent officially DNP, 'all signs point to' Case Keenum starting Thu Sep 24, 04:02 PM
Bears QB Tyson Bagent was officially listed as a DNP for the first practice of the week. "All signs point to Case Keenum" starting at quarterback for Chicago, NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported.
| Footballguys view: Bagent would have to clear the concussion protocol and practice by Saturday at the very latest to start for the team. Keenum was undrafted out of the University of Houston back in 2012, and he's got plenty of starting experience. However, Keenum is more of a player-coach at this point in his career, and he hasn't started a game since 2023. |
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Browns | Quinshon Judkins limited Thursday for 'personal reasons' Thu Sep 24, 04:01 PM
Browns RB Quinshon Judkins was limited at Thursday's practice for "personal reasons" ahead of Cleveland's game against the Panthers. Judkins was on the field during the open portion of practice. Browns S Grant Delpit was limited for a second straight day.
| Footballguys view: Let's see if Judkins can get the personal stuff taken care of and practice on Friday as the team prepares for the Panthers in Week 3. Judkins had 12 rushes for 21 yards in the Browns' Week 2 win against the Bucs, adding five catches for 27 yards. We like him as a low-end RB2/flex option. |
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Titans | Tony Pollard (ankle) practices Thursday, Tyjae Spears not spotted again Thu Sep 24, 03:47 PM
Titans RB Tony Pollard (ankle) practiced on Thursday, September 24, after sitting out Wednesday's session, as Tennessee prepares for Sunday's game at the New York Giants. RB Tyjae Spears (ankle) was not spotted at practice on Thursday. TE Daniel Bellinger was also not spotted at practice, while CB Cor'Dale Flott (quad), who missed last Sunday's game, practiced again and said he thinks he is trending in the right direction.
| Footballguys view: Both Pollard and Spears missed Wednesday's practice, so at least Pollard is back out there on Thursday. While Spears may miss the game against the Giants (check back Friday to be sure), Pollard is trending in the right direction. Pollard is an RB3/deep flex play for Fantasy GMs in Week 3. |
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Giants | Malik Nabers says shoulder X-rays were good, 'I'll be fine' for Titans game Thu Sep 24, 03:36 PM
Giants WR Malik Nabers said on Thursday that X-rays on his right shoulder came back with good results and said "I'll be fine" when asked about his outlook for Sunday's game against the Titans. "Good result. I'm smiling, I'm out there, playing, catching the ball, so good results," Nabers said, via SNY. Nabers hurt the shoulder in Monday night's loss to the Rams but returned to the game, and he was listed as a limited practice participant on Wednesday. He has dealt with previous shoulder issues but declined to say whether this injury was related.
| Footballguys view: Nabers missed one drive in Week 2 with this shoulder injury, and he caught 1-of-4 targets for one yard in the Giants' Week 2 loss to the Rams. We'll see if QB Jameis Winston can play better football and target Nabers early and often. Nabers looks good for the game against the Titans, and that makes him a WR2/flex play with upside for Fantasy GMs in Week 3. |
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Ravens | Zay Flowers still not practicing before Ravens fly to Rio, Stanley also out Thu Sep 24, 02:02 PM
Ravens WR Zay Flowers (hamstring) did not practice on Thursday ahead of the team's flight to Rio de Janeiro to face the Cowboys, jogging onto the field in street clothes and briefly speaking with Head Coach Jesse Minter before going back inside. Flowers has been sidelined since suffering the injury in the first half of the season opener; the Ravens scored four touchdowns on five drives with him on the field and three touchdowns on 16 drives since. LT Ronnie Stanley (toe) also missed practice for a second straight day, while DT Nnamdi Madubuike (neck) and LB Teddye Buchanan (knee) practiced after logging their first full sessions on Wednesday. The Ravens will practice on Friday in Rio, after which a final injury report will be released.
| Footballguys view: That's back-to-back missed practices for Flowers this week. He's on the wrong side of questionable, and the Ravens may be without Flowers for a second week. If Flowers misses Week 3, that means more targets for WR Rashod Bateman and TE Mark Andrews against the Cowboys on Sunday. |
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Texans | Nico Collins misses fifth straight practice, return vs. Colts 'feels like a long shot' Thu Sep 24, 01:30 PM
Texans WR Nico Collins (hamstring) was not spotted participating in the open portion of practice on Thursday, his fifth straight missed practice. Collins missed Week 2 with the hamstring injury and was also absent from practice on Wednesday, making a return to face the Colts on Sunday "a long shot." The Texans will release official injury designations on Friday afternoon. Kayshon Boutte, Jaylin Noel, Xavier Hutchinson, and Jared Wayne are the other receivers on Houston's 53-man roster.
| Footballguys view: The Texans are likely to be without Collins for a big divisional game against the Colts in Week 3. Other receivers for the Texans will get more work, but it's TE Dalton Schultz that could be targeted like he was last week (14 targets). We like Schultz as a top-5 fantasy tight end in Week 3. |
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Giants | Winston: starting QB role 'is what I dream of' as he takes over for Dart Thu Sep 24, 10:00 AM
Josh Alper of ProFootballTalk.com reports that Giants QB Jameis Winston is set to remain the starter after Jaxson Dart's season-ending knee injury, beginning with Week 3 against the Titans. Winston called the opportunity to start nearly a full season for the first time since leaving the Buccaneers after 2019 'a beautiful opportunity,' saying, 'This is what I've always dreamed of, to be a starting quarterback... I dream of being what I am right now and executing at a high level.' Winston struggled in Monday night's loss to the Rams after replacing Dart, but said he is 'very confident in my ability to execute with precision' going forward. The Giants also face the Cardinals and Commanders in the next three weeks.
| Footballguys view: Winston looked like a soccer correspondent more than a veteran quarterback a week ago. He's got to play better this week against the Titans if he wants his dream to continue. The Giants could be interested in a free agent like Jimmy Garoppolo, and there are some suggesting they could make a trade for someone like Mac Jones (49ers) or Gardner Minshew (Cardinals). |
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Giants | Giants reportedly pursuing QB Jimmy Garoppolo after Dart's knee injury Thu Sep 24, 09:47 AM
Ed Valentine of SBNation.com reports that the New York Giants are pursuing free agent QB Jimmy Garoppolo following starter Jaxson Dart's knee injury. Dart is set to undergo surgery and is expected to miss time, with Jameis Winston taking over as the Giants' starting quarterback. Valentine notes there could be mutual interest between the Giants and Garoppolo, who is not currently on an active roster.
| Footballguys view: Garoppolo is a free agent who is interested in playing in the right situation. The Giants currently have Jameis Winston as their starter with Jake Haener working as the no.2 quarterback. There's buzz about them potentially looking to trade for someone like Gardner Minshew (Cardinals) or Mac Jones (49ers). Winston did not look good last week after Dart was injured. We'll see if Winston can redeem himself this week against the Titans in Week 3. |
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Seahawks | Macdonald says Darnold 'on a good track' to return from glute injury Thu Sep 24, 09:26 AM
Seahawks QB Sam Darnold, who has missed most of the first two weeks with a glute injury, returned to practice on a limited basis Wednesday. Per ESPN.com, head coach Mike Macdonald said, "I don't know what 'fully healthy' means. I think we'll make a decision at some point before Friday's over. I don't think we'd go into the weekend not knowing if he's going to play. But it's on a good track right now, assuming today goes well." In Darnold's absence, backup QB Drew Lock has completed 35 of 48 passes for 422 yards and four touchdowns, leading Seattle to a 2-0 start against the Patriots and Cardinals.
| Footballguys view: This is the week most thought Darnold would return to the lineup. Darnold was banged up early in Week 1, and Drew Lock has done a good job running the offense in his absence. The team is 2-0, and Darnold is looking to keep them on the winning track. If he plays in Week 3 against the Commanders, Darnold is an option for Fantasy GMs in start-2QB/Superflex leagues. |
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Rams | McVay: Rams 'will err on the side of caution' with Nacua's groin injury Wed Sep 23, 06:26 PM
Rams head coach Sean McVay said WR Puka Nacua would have missed Wednesday's practice due to a groin injury, with the team instead holding a jog-through, and his status for Sunday's game against the Broncos remains unclear. Nate Atkins of TheAthletic.com quotes McVay saying, "When you're a skill player and you're really trying to hit high-speed yards and really open up, then some of the things can be like pre-hernia is what he's feeling. You err on the side of caution."
| Footballguys view: The team does not believe this to be a serious issue, but they will monitor how Nacua responds through the week. If Nacua can't go on Sunday night, WR Davante Adams would remain the Rams' top wide receiving option. Adams should get covered by All-Pro CB Pat Surtain II, and the last time we saw this matchup (Week 18 of 2023), the veteran receiver caught five passes for 46 yards and a touchdown. |
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Chargers | Ladd McConkey (rib) returns as full practice participant Wed Sep 23, 06:17 PM
NFL.com's Around The NFL reports that Chargers WR Ladd McConkey (rib) was a full participant in practice on Wednesday, September 23. McConkey had previously been listed as questionable ahead of Week 2 due to the rib injury.
| Footballguys view: McConkey was limited all last week, and he caught all three of his targets for 35 yards in the Chargers' Week 2 loss to the Raiders. Against the Bills in Week 3, we could see McConkey paying off Fantasy GMs with a WR2/flex performance. |
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Vikings | Aaron Jones misses practice with knee injury, status for Sunday uncertain Wed Sep 23, 05:59 PM
Josh Alper of ProFootballTalk.com reports that Vikings RB Aaron Jones, who wore a brace after Sunday's win over the Bears, missed practice on Monday with a knee injury. Head coach Kevin O'Connell said, "He feels great. He's bouncing around the building like normal, but it's more so the knee. Just allowing that thing to turn over. He feels pretty good. We'll just keep getting treatment around the clock and see if we can pick up his workload as the week goes on." O'Connell said the team will monitor Jones over the next few days before deciding on his status for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers. With RB Jordan Mason on injured reserve and RB DeeJay Dallas limited by a toe injury, rookie RB Demond Claiborne is the only healthy running back on Minnesota's active roster.
| Footballguys view: Jones rushed 23 times for 105 yards in the Vikings' Week 2 win over the Bears, but per O'Connell, the veteran back was "pretty sore" after the victory. Missing practice on Monday is not completely indicative of his playing status in Week 3. However, it's not a great start to the week, and his status could be on the wrong side of questionable. DeeJay Dallas and Demond Claiborne could do more if Jones is limited or has to miss time. |
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Broncos | Mims returns to practice as limited participant; Dobbins, Harvey also limited Wed Sep 23, 05:30 PM
Broncos.com's Aric DiLalla reports that Denver WR Marvin Mims Jr. (foot) returned to practice on Wednesday as a limited participant after missing practice entirely last week and sitting out the Week 2 win over the Jaguars. RB J.K. Dobbins (hip) and RB RJ Harvey (hamstring) were also listed as limited participants on Wednesday, with Harvey having been ruled out in Week 2 after being questionable. RB Jonah Coleman (ankle) was the only Broncos player who did not practice at all. Denver hosts the Rams on Sunday Night Football, with a full injury report set to be released Thursday and game statuses on Friday.
| Footballguys view: Watch the Dobbins/Harvey situation here. Dobbins missed time against the Jaguars, but his hamstring/cramps/hip (whatever they're going to call it) injury was seen as minor, and we're expecting him on Sunday night against the Rams. Harvey missed Week 2, but he could return to provide the team with explosive plays as a runner (but primarily a receiver out of the backfield). |
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Bengals | Burrow off injury report entirely, full speed ahead for Steelers game Wed Sep 23, 05:03 PM
Josh Alper of ProFootballTalk.com reports that Bengals QB Joe Burrow was not listed on the injury report after Wednesday's practice, despite head coach Zac Taylor saying before practice that he wasn't sure how much Burrow would be able to do. Video from the open portion of practice showed Burrow working without limitations, suggesting he is on track to play Sunday against the Steelers. Burrow was questionable in Week 2 with a back injury after a hit from Texans DE Will Anderson Jr., which Burrow said popped his rib back into place. Bengals DTs Jonathan Allen (knee) and B.J. Hill (Achilles) both missed Wednesday's practice.
| Footballguys view: Burrow got banged up a bit in Week 1, and he was working through a minor back issue last week in practice. Now, Burrow is good to go. Great news for the Bengals, and bad news for defenses tasked with stopping the superstar quarterback. |
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Jonah Coleman dealing with sprained ankle Wed Sep 23, 04:46 PM
Broncos RB Jonah Coleman is dealing with a sprained ankle he suffered in the Broncos' Week 2 win over the Jaguars, ESPN's Adam Schefter reported.
| Footballguys view: It's a gut punch for Fantasy GMs who were thrilled to get Coleman off the waiver wire this week. J.K. Dobbins (hamstring/cramps) missed time against the Jaguars on Sunday, and Coleman came through in the 4-minute offense to seal the win with a touchdown for the Broncos late. Dobbins should be back this week for a Sunday night game against the Rams. Coleman's availability is unknown at this time. |
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Seahawks | Sam Darnold (glute) to practice Wednesday, decision expected Friday Wed Sep 23, 04:46 PM
Seahawks QB Sam Darnold (glute) will participate in practice on Wednesday, September 23, per head coach Mike Macdonald, according to NFL.com's Around The NFL. Darnold will ramp up his participation as the week progresses, and Macdonald expects to have a decision on his availability for Week 3 by Friday.
| Footballguys view: We'll likely see the Seahawks increase Darnold's workload in practice every day, with a decision coming by Friday at the latest. Drew Lock has done a fine job with Darnold out, but it always seemed like Darnold wouldn't be out for more than a week or two when he was first injured in Week 1. Stay tuned. |
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49ers | Mike Evans to sit out Wednesday practice with hip injury Wed Sep 23, 04:28 PM
49ers WR Mike Evans will not practice on Wednesday, according to head coach Kyle Shanahan. Charean Williams of ProFootballTalk.com reports that Shanahan said after Sunday's game the hip injury wasn't serious, but on Wednesday he offered no further details, saying, "I'm not sure [about any specifics]. Just know it's a hip injury." WR Demarcus Robinson (high ankle) will also rehab during practice, while RB Christian McCaffrey is taking a scheduled rest day Wednesday, not related to injury.
| Footballguys view: Evans is a seasoned vet who can miss practice in the middle of the week and still suit up on Sundays. In fact, so long as he's limited on Friday, we think he should be good to go. The 49ers are at home to face the Cardinals on Sunday afternoon. Circle back on Friday to see if Evans can at least be limited with this hip injury. |
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Titans | Pollard, Spears both sit out Wednesday practice with ankle injuries Wed Sep 23, 04:20 PM
The Titans' injury report from Wednesday's practice shows RB Tony Pollard (ankle) and RB Tyjae Spears (ankle) both did not practice ahead of Sunday's game at the New York Giants. CB Cor'Dale Flott (quad) and DT Solomon Thomas (knee) were limited, while G Fernando Carmona (shoulder) and LB James Williams Sr. (elbow) practiced in full. WR Wan'Dale Robinson, who has six catches for 47 yards through two games, said he expects the Titans passing game to 'start clicking even more as the run game has success' when he faces his former team, the Giants, on Sunday.
| Footballguys view: Well, this is not a great start to the week of practice. With both backs missing practice on Wednesday, rookie Nicholas Singleton could get a larger workload in Week 3. The Titans are on the road for an early Sunday game against the Giants. |
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Colts | Slayton on Colts fit: offense 'intuitive,' expects Jones connection to 'look similar' Wed Sep 23, 04:16 PM
Colts.com reports that WR Darius Slayton, signed after Alec Pierce's IR-bound heel injury, is working closely with WR coach Reggie Wayne to learn Indianapolis' offense before Week 3 against the Texans. Slayton who spent five seasons catching passes from QB Daniel Jones with the Giants, said "philosophically, I think we see the field pretty similarly, and that's something that worked well for us in the past. And I expect it to work well for us going forward." Head coach Shane Steichen said Slayton could add "juice" to the offense with his downfield speed, and Slayton noted that before Jones' injury last season, "the offense was sharp" and he expects it "to look similar this year again."
| Footballguys view: Reunited, and Fantasy GMs are hoping it feels so good. Well, they're hoping it's a little bit good for the veteran receiver. The pre-established chemistry is great, but we have to see what's left in the tank for Slayton before getting too excited about his fantasy value. We'll also see if Slayton is the player in line to fill the Alec Pierce (deep) role. |
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Bengals | Burrow 'sore' after Houston win as Iosivas heads to IR with torn thumb Wed Sep 23, 02:33 PM
Bengals.com reports that head coach Zac Taylor said Cincinnati QB Joe Burrow is sore after last Sunday's win in Houston and won't know his practice status until the team takes the field Wednesday afternoon. Taylor also confirmed that WR Andrei Iosivas is headed to injured reserve with torn thumb ligaments, saying, "It's a weeks' issue, not a season-long issue. It will definitely be the IR window, plus maybe a little bit more." Taylor said the team will replace Iosivas' production by committee, pointing to TE Mike Gesicki and the receiver room, while WR Ke'Shawn Williams, inactive the first two games, figures to be active against Pittsburgh. DT B.J. Hill (Achilles) is listed as wait-and-see after missing last Sunday's game.
| Footballguys view: The veteran quarterback played through a back issue in Week 2. Burrow completed 20-of-31 passes for 207 yards and two touchdowns in Cincinnati's 20-6 Week 2 win over the Texans. He was sacked five times, and the Bengals might want to clean that up to keep their superstar quarterback upright. |
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Ravens | Zay Flowers not practicing with hamstring injury ahead of Cowboys game Wed Sep 23, 01:44 PM
Ravens.com reports that WR Zay Flowers, who missed Sunday's game against the Saints with a hamstring injury, was not at practice to start the week as Baltimore prepares to face the Dallas Cowboys in Rio de Janeiro. Head coach Jesse Minter said Monday, "I feel like we will have a good shot with a lot of guys this week, which is encouraging," adding the team is "on a positive trajectory" with players like Flowers, LT Ronnie Stanley, and DT Nnamdi Madubuike. Minter said he would know more on the injury statuses by Wednesday.
| Footballguys view: Minter feels like Flowers has a "good shot" of playing in Week 3. If Flowers can't play, WR Rashod Bateman, who had seven catches for 88 yards and a touchdown against the Saints in Week 2, would again be leaned on. We'll know more about Flowers' status as the week of practice rolls on. Circle back Friday just to see what progress has been made. |
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Bears | Ben Johnson: 'unsure of who will start at QB on Monday night' vs Eagles Wed Sep 23, 01:31 PM
Myles Simmons of ProFootballTalk.com reports that Bears head coach Ben Johnson said the team is currently unsure who will start at quarterback for Monday night's game against the Eagles. Johnson said Caleb Williams (hamstring) is not slated to practice on Wednesday but was involved in the walk-through, while Tyson Bagent remains in the concussion protocol and is not in the building.
| Footballguys view: "We know Case is the one that's practicing today," Johnson said, referring to veteran backup QB Case Keenum, who has not played in a regular-season game since 2023. Johnson said there are currently no plans to add a quarterback this week and the team will not issue its first injury report until Thursday. With this game on Monday night, Fantasy GMs will have other options ready. |
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Commanders | Quinn has 'no update' on Daniels as QB sees another specialist Wednesday Wed Sep 23, 12:54 PM
Myles Simmons of ProFootballTalk.com reports that Commanders QB Jayden Daniels is out for at least this week's game against the Seahawks, with no clear timeline for his return. Head coach Dan Quinn told reporters he has no update on Daniels, who is seeing another specialist on Wednesday, September 23, for his dislocated left elbow, which was re-injured on the last play of the second quarter in Sunday's loss to the Cowboys. "I'm not going to assume on the timeline," Quinn said. "Once I know, I'll share it with you to go... But as far as a timeline, or what, or who else to add, we'll wait on that." Marcus Mariota is set to start for Washington against Seattle, and Quinn also ruled out S Nick Cross for Week 3 with an internal injury, while RG Sam Cosmi is in the concussion protocol.
| Footballguys view: A variety of experts are being consulted about Daniels' injury. We'll see if the injury consultants recommend a surgical repair for Daniels. That's only speculation at this time, but it's clear that Daniels is going to be out in the short term. That makes Mariota the starter for the Commanders, but he's only a fantasy option in start-2QB/Superflex leagues. |
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Jaguars | Coen: Jaguars 'gonna look at giving' Hunter more offensive snaps in Week 3 Wed Sep 23, 12:25 PM
Jaguars head coach Liam Coen said on Wednesday that Jacksonville WR/CB Travis Hunter will see increased offensive usage against the Patriots in Week 3. Josh Alper of ProFootballTalk.com reports that Coen called Hunter's role "a balancing act that you're continuously working through," adding, "We're gonna look at giving him some more this week." In Week 2, Hunter played cornerback on 60 percent of defensive snaps but was on the field for only 10 percent of offensive snaps.
| Footballguys view: Hunter is barely playing on offense this year. The Jaguars have a jam-packed wide receiver room when everyone is healthy, and Hunter has struggled to find a spot in the pecking order. Coen is one of the most creative offensive minds in the NFL, so he'll be figuring out a way to use Hunter a bit more. However, there may not be much fantasy potential even if/when Hunter does get a larger role. |
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Steelers | Michael Pittman Jr 'set to return' to practice after missing time Wed Sep 23, 12:22 PM
Mike Nicastro of SBNation.com reports that Steelers WR Michael Pittman Jr is set to return to practice. Pittman was inactive for Pittsburgh's Week 2 game against the Patriots on Sunday, September 20, after missing practice time earlier in the week.
| Footballguys view: After not practicing at all last week, getting a limited practice on Wednesday is a step in the right direction. Steelers HC Mike McCarthy said he is unsure if Pittman will play in Week 3 against the Bengals. A full practice by Friday at the latest would make us feel better about Pittman's status. He's on the right track barring any setbacks. |
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Colts | Alec Pierce lands on IR with heel injury, out at least four weeks Wed Sep 23, 11:49 AM
Ryan Dodson of USAToday.com reports that Indianapolis Colts WR Alec Pierce (heel) was placed on injured reserve on Wednesday, September 23. Pierce will miss a minimum of four games. The Colts recently signed WR Darius Slayton, reuniting him with QB Daniel Jones, in response to Pierce's injury.
| Footballguys view: We'll see how Slayton works his way into the mix. Without Pierce for at least the next four weeks, the Colts turn to guys like Josh Downs, Laquon Treadwell, and Tyler Warren in the passing game. Downs could operate as their top wide receiver, while Treadwell should continue providing a deep threat to the offense. Warren is already a security-blanket tight end for Jones, but could see at least a slight uptick in targets. |
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Panthers | Jonathon Brooks needs core muscle surgery, out at least six weeks Wed Sep 23, 08:00 AM
Panthers RB Jonathon Brooks' groin injury suffered on Sunday was worse than initially believed. Michael David Smith of ProFootballTalk.com reports that, per Ian Rapoport, Brooks will need core muscle surgery and will miss at least six weeks rather than being just week-to-week. Carolina will place Brooks on injured reserve.
| Footballguys view: The Panthers will now be without Brooks for at least six weeks, and that makes Chuba Hubbard their primary back. He should get a sizable workload with Brooks out of action, and Hubbard can produce like a flex play (if not RB2) on a weekly basis. AJ Dillon will now move into the no.2 spot, and he could give Hubbard a breather from time to time. |
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Falcons | Penix confirms he'll start Thursday: 'Being healthy was what I was targeting' Wed Sep 23, 06:57 AM
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. is set to make his first start since last November when Atlanta faces the Packers on Thursday night. Josh Alper of ProFootballTalk.com reports that Penix said his return was purely health-based, not related to bye-week timing or the team's slow start. "Being healthy is what I was targeting. I was never no week-to-week thing," Penix said, adding that lingering soreness went away late last week after he pushed his knee to the limit in a workout and it "responded good." "I knew I wasn't where I needed to be the first two weeks and now I feel like I'm where I want to be, so that's why you'll see me up this week," he said.
| Footballguys view: This should help the fantasy value of guys like TE Kyle Pitts and WR Drake London in the Falcons' passing game. Penix, a first-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, could be the team's franchise quarterback, but he's got to stay healthy and play better football than we've seen during his brief NFL career. Tua Tagovailoa has been cleared to be the no.2 quarterback behind Penix. |
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Raiders | Brock Bowers 'expected' to make season debut Sunday Wed Sep 23, 03:27 AM
Pro Football Talk reports that Raiders TE Brock Bowers is expected to make his season debut this Sunday. Bowers has not played since December 21, 2025.
| Footballguys view: The Raiders have been working towards a Bowers return, and we're likely to get it in Week 3 against the Saints. Bowers hasn't played yet this year, but he should be featured in the Klint Kubiak offense. He's a clear-cut TE1 for Fantasy GMs when on the field. |
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Jets | Mason Taylor 'week-to-week' with thumb injury, could miss Week 3 Wed Sep 23, 03:21 AM
The New York Jets placed three players on injured reserve on Tuesday and may also be without TE Mason Taylor for their Week 3 game against the Lions in Detroit. Taylor is reportedly considered week-to-week with a thumb injury.
| Footballguys view: Taylor was a "DNP" on Wednesday. While leading the Jets' tight ends in snaps, rookie TE Kenyon Sadiq is leading the team in targets at the position. If Taylor can't go, Sadiq becomes a better option for Fantasy GMs looking for some TE production. |
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Rams | Ferguson's snap count suggests he's staking claim to TE1 role Wed Sep 23, 03:21 AM
Yahoo Sports' Rams snap count review notes that second-year TE Terrance Ferguson is emerging as the Los Angeles Rams' top tight end. Ferguson caught 6-of-9 targets for 54 yards and a touchdown in the Rams' Week 2 win over the Giants.
| Footballguys view: We saw Ferguson get more work for the Rams in Week 2 with WR Puka Nacua out of action. It's unclear whether or not Nacua will be able to play on Sunday night against the Broncos in Week 3. Ferguson could perform nicely, regardless of Nacua's status, due to the Broncos being historically weak against the tight end position. |
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Steelers | Rico Dowdle 'day-to-day' with toe injury after exiting Week 2 loss Wed Sep 23, 03:21 AM
Steelers RB Rico Dowdle was ruled out of Sunday's Week 2 loss to the Patriots after suffering a toe injury in the first half. Dowdle briefly returned to the game after being listed as questionable before ultimately being held out for the remainder of the contest. He is considered day-to-day with the injury.
| Footballguys view: Jaylen Warren did more in Week 2 with Dowdle battling this toe injury. Even with Warren battling a shoulder injury this week, it seems like he'll be the top back for the Steelers in Week 3. Dowdle begins the week on the wrong side of questionable. If Dowdle can't play, we'd see Travis Homer get some work behind Warren. |
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Packers | Reed remains out with neck injury Wed Sep 23, 03:20 AM
Josh Alper of Pro Football Talk reports that Packers WR Jayden Reed was again out of practice on Wednesday, September 23, with a neck injury after being carted off during Sunday's game.
| Footballguys view: Neck injuries are nothing to mess around with. Reed is not practicing, and there's no telling when he will be able to resume practicing. The team's evaluations are ongoing with the hope that Reed can get back at some point this season. |
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Bears | Bagent enters concussion protocol, Keenum in line to start Week 3 vs. Eagles Tue Sep 22, 02:22 PM
Per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, Chicago Bears QB Tyson Bagent has been diagnosed with a concussion and is now in the league's concussion protocol.
| Footballguys view: With starter Caleb Williams week-to-week with a hamstring injury -- but not yet ruled out -- QB Case Keenum is now the likely starter against the Eagles next Monday night. Keenum, 38, has not appeared in a game since starting two for Houston in 2023. The Bears also have rookie QB Miller Moss on their practice squad. |
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Cardinals | LaFleur downplays Harrison Jr.'s 4 targets: 'It's a long season' Tue Sep 22, 12:59 PM
Cardinals head coach Mike LaFleur addressed WR Marvin Harrison Jr.'s low target total through two games. LaFleur said, 'It's a long season, we're two games in,' when asked about Harrison having just four targets so far this season.
| Footballguys view: Harrison Jr. was held without a catch in Arizona's loss to Seattle. According to Late-Round Fantasy's JJ Zachariason, Harrison Jr. has been targeted on 6.9% of his routes run so far this season. Among 90 wide receivers with 30 or more routes run this year, that number is only better than what we've seen from Bryce Lance, Jakobi Meyers, and Calvin Ridley. Without a major shift, it's going to be hard to trust Harrison as more than a spot player. |
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49ers | Shanahan: Robinson's high ankle sprain 'most likely an IR candidate' Tue Sep 22, 11:00 AM
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan told reporters on Monday that WR Demarcus Robinson's high ankle sprain will 'most likely be an IR candidate,' noting such injuries typically require three to six weeks to heal.
| Footballguys view: Shanahan said that with Robinson potentially sidelined, wide receivers Jordan Watkins, Jacob Cowing and KhaDarel Hodge could take on larger roles in the offense. "Pretty much all our guys who are up, we always mix them in on offense, but as you lose starters, those guys have to be able to do more and more," Shanahan said. While that sounds good, it doesn't make them viable fantasy plays. Instead, it might give you more optimism about the front-line players here, like Christian McCaffrey, George Kittle, and Mike Evans (if available this week). |
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Chiefs | Reid: Walker 'wants a ball every play,' but Johnson's role set to grow Tue Sep 22, 10:19 AM
Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said in his Monday video conference that RB Kenneth Walker III "wants that ball" and "he wants a ball every play... he's not asking to be relieved or anything else," but added that rookie RB Emmett Johnson will "continue to get more snaps" as the season progresses to take some load off Walker.
| Footballguys view: Reid said the goal is to create "a nice balance with those two in there" to keep both backs fresh. Even with Johnson chipping in, Walker leads the league in carries, rushing yards, touches, and yards from scrimmage through two weeks. The Chiefs face the Dolphins on the road in Week 3 after an overtime win over the Colts on Sunday night. |
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Colts | Slayton agrees to terms with Colts as Pierce set to miss weeks with heel Tue Sep 22, 02:23 AM
Free agent WR Darius Slayton has agreed to terms with the Indianapolis Colts.
| Footballguys view: The move comes with Colts WR Alec Pierce expected to miss at least several weeks after aggravating his surgically-repaired heel. The Colts needed depth at receiver, and Slayton reunites with QB Daniel Jones in Indianapolis. |
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Rams | Stafford throws for 327 yards, four TDs in win over Giants Tue Sep 22, 12:56 AM
Rams QB Matthew Stafford bounced back from a disappointing Week 1 outing in Australia by throwing for 327 yards and four touchdowns on Monday night. The performance came in a win over the Giants.
| Footballguys view: Stafford, who had a passer rating of 61.2 in the Game 1 loss to the San Francisco 49ers, registered a passer rating of 131.3 on Monday night. Stafford had success throwing 10 or more yards downfield, something he struggled with against the Niners. After going 3-for-10 for 74 yards with one interception on those passes in the opener, Stafford went 9-for-13 for 219 yards and two touchdowns with one pick in Week 2. |
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Rams | Adams erupts for 195 yards, two TDs Tue Sep 22, 12:56 AM
Rams WR Davante Adams caught 8 of 10 targets for 195 receiving yards and two touchdowns in Monday night's win over the Giants.
| Footballguys view: Adams' first-quarter touchdown was his first with the Rams that came on a pass not thrown into the end zone, according to ESPN Research. Each of Adams' 15 receiving scores last season (14 in the regular season, one in the playoffs) was thrown into the end zone. His big Monday night performance came with Puka Nacua inactive due to a hip injury. |
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Giants | Nabers' quiet game vs. Rams may stem from shoulder injury, not coverage Tue Sep 22, 12:14 AM
Yahoo Sports examines whether Giants WR Malik Nabers' subdued performance in the Week 2 loss to the Rams was due to a shoulder injury rather than standout coverage.
| Footballguys view: Nabers said after the game that his shoulder was "OK," but that he had to "pop it back in" during the contest and was scheduled for X-rays. It's fair to believe his one-catch, 1-yard output (on four targets) could be tied to that injury rather than the opposing secondary's play. In addition, Nabers played most of the game with Jameis Winston at quarterback after starter Jaxson Dart was injured on the Giants' first series. |
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Giants | Jaxson Dart set for MRI Tuesday on sprained knee Tue Sep 22, 12:01 AM
Giants QB Jaxson Dart is expected to undergo an MRI on Tuesday once the team returns to its facility following the Week 2 game.
| Footballguys view: Dart left Monday night's loss to the Rams after suffering what is believed to be a sprained MCL. The Giants have signaled that they expect Dart to be OK, though the results of Tuesday's MRI will provide more clarity on the severity of the injury. If it is an MCL sprain, a four-to-six week timetable is a good starting point. Jameis Winston will start at quarterback in Dart's absence. |
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