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TE Dalton Schultz misses practice Thursday
Ankle injury
By: Mike Krueger | Sep 12 2024, 1:01 pm
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#Texans Thursday practice, not including tight end Dalton Schultz (ankle) and safety M.J. Stewart (knee slash quad) @KPRC2 (Aaron Wilson on X)
FFToday's Take: Schultz has now missed two straight practices putting his availability for Week 2 against the Bears in question. Brevin Jordan would be the next man up and hold some TE2 value if Schultz isn't able to play.
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Raheem Mostert Out Week 2, Achane game-time decision
Miami getting thin in running back room
By: Mike Krueger | Sep 11 2024, 10:43 am
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#Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel told reporters that RB Raheem Mostert (chest) is out Thursday night vs the #Bills. As for RB De'Von Achane (ankle), he’s a game-time decision. “We’ll see.” (Ian Rapoport on X)
FFToday's Take: The Dolphins will have their running back depth tested this Thursday night against the Bills. Jeff Wilson was active last week and expect rookie Jaylen Wright to make his NFL debut after being Inactive in Week 1. Achane will be the back to own but he may not get a full workload on the short week if he plays. If he sits, expect Wilson and Wright to share touches.
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Jake Ferguson trending toward playing in Week 2?
Jerry Jones expresses optimism TE will play through knee injury
By: Doug Orth | Sep 10 2024, 6:00 pm
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Jerry Jones says he’s optimistic about Jake Ferguson (knee) playing Sunday vs Saints. (Calvin Watkins on Twitter)
FFToday's Take: Good ole Jerry might be optimistic, but that does not mean fantasy managers should be. Even the most minor MCL sprains tend to sideline players 2-4 weeks, so it would be a major upset for Ferguson to play through this injury. At the very least, he would not be a great candidate to create separation or do much with the ball in his hands once he got it. Managers would be wise to let him prove his health and go in another direction for at least one week. Luke Schoonmaker would likely draw the start if Ferguson is ruled out.
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Shanahan updates Christian McCaffrey's status
Achilles tendinitis more of an issue than his calf injury
By: Doug Orth | Sep 10 2024, 5:50 pm
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Kyle Shanahan on Christian McCaffrey’s health status: I believe they’re similar. Calf then, a calf now. You can ask Chrsitian more. Definitely if it was a playoff game, I believe he would have played. It’s not just the calf. It’s Achilles tendinitis and that stuff comes and goes. (Cam Inman on Twitter)
FFToday's Take: According to Shanahan, the tendinitis is the main issue and the severity of it is what is holding CMC back. ESPN's Adam Schefter suggested managers should plan to be without McCaffrey again in Week 2 versus the Vikings, although it is important to note that CMC is considered day-to-day for now. While he is not in McCaffrey's class as an all-purpose back, Jordan Mason stepped up in a big way in Week 1 and belongs in the fantasy RB1 discussion in Week 2 if McCaffrey sits again.
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Rome Odunze to miss time with knee injury
Sprained MCL
By: Doug Orth | Sep 9 2024, 9:30 pm
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Bears first-round pick Rome Odunze sprained his MCL and will be considered week to week, per source. (ESPN - Adam Schefter)
FFToday's Take: Odunze becomes the second prominent player to be sidelined by a sprained MCL this week, joining Jordan Love. The rookie logged plenty of snaps in his debut but did not factor heavily into the outcome of the team's win over the Titans. His absence figures to open up more of the target pie for D.J. Moore and Keenan Allen and should allow Cole Kmet to see a few more targets as well.
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Christian McCaffrey Inactive for Week 1
Jordan Mason expected to start
By: Mike Krueger | Sep 9 2024, 6:54 pm
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Christian McCaffrey is Inactive. With no McCaffrey, Jordan Mason will start the game with Patrick Taylor Jr. and rookie Isaac Guerendo also active and available. Guerendo likely will return kicks. (Matt Barrows on X)
FFToday's Take: McCaffrey was listed as Questionable with a calf injury that bothered him during training camp. He was limited in practice this week but was confident he would play. Mason becomes a viable RB2 as he gets the start. No word yet, if McCaffrey's calf issue will cause him to miss multiple games.
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Puka Nacua lands on IR
Aggravation of preseason knee injury
By: Doug Orth | Sep 9 2024, 4:20 pm
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Rams WR Puka Nacua aggravated his summer knee injury Sunday night vs. the Lions and, while he still is going through additional testing, he is expected to be considered week to week, per sources. (ESPN - Adam Schefter)
FFToday's Take: While this is not a season-ending bad kind of injury for Nacua, it is not a great sign that he was unable to make it through a full game after going the rest-and-rehab path for about a month in August. Fantasy managers should probably not expect Nacua to return before the start of October. Tyler Johnson filled in very capably after Nacua's exit and appeared to be the direct backup for Nacua - as opposed to preseason standout Jordan Whittington - and should be targeted on waivers this week. Cooper Kupp should continue to see alpha usage moving forward, while Demarcus Robinson should also enjoy a slight bump in his fantasy stock.
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Jordan Love dealing with relatively minor MCL sprain
Green Bay QB expected to miss at least three weeks
By: Doug Orth | Sep 9 2024, 3:50 pm
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Jordan Love reportedly suffered a Grade 1/Grade 2 MCL sprain in Week 1 against the Philadelphia Eagles. (NFL Network - Ian Rapoport)
FFToday's Take: The Packers are not expected to bring in another quarterback, so it appears Green Bay is comfortable going with Malik Willis for the next month. Willis has been with Green Bay for less than two weeks. While HC Matt LaFleur has proven himself to be a strong play-caller, fantasy managers need to downgrade every pass-catcher in Green Bay, which figures to rely more heavily on Josh Jacobs for the next month.
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Likely high-ankle sprain for David Njoku
Expected to miss 4-6 weeks
By: Doug Orth | Sep 9 2024, 3:45 pm
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David Njoku is feared to have suffered a high-ankle sprain, according to NFL Media's Ian Rapaport. (NFL Network - Ian Rapoport)
FFToday's Take: Given how bad Deshaun Watson looked again versus the Cowboys, Njoku may not have had much upside even if he was healthy over the next month. Jordan Akins will likely absorb most of the snaps at tight end in Njoku's absence. With that said, it is hard to get overly excited about any pass-catcher for the Browns right now - outside of Amari Cooper and maybe Jerry Jeudy.
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Kenneth Walker dealing with abdominal issue
Coach, player optimistic he will be ready for Week 2 vs. NE
By: Doug Orth | Sep 9 2024, 3:40 pm
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Kenneth Walker was not, however, on the field late in the fourth quarter due to what was announced as abdominal pain. But after the game, Walker said he was fine when asked about the injury.
"I'm good," he said.
When Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald was later asked if Walker was OK, he said, "We think so, yeah. He got a little muscle thing. We'll see, we'll figure it out moving forward, but optimistic." (Seahawks.com - John Boyle)
FFToday's Take: There is not much information to go on here regarding Walker's injury, so we will have to assume his and Macdonald's optimism is legitimate for now. For what it is worth, Walker took questions ina presser after the game, so the injury has to be relatively minor. Zach Charbonnet finished out the game in Walker's stead and logged 23 offensive snaps, but it was clearly Walker's backfield for the most part before he left the game.
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Jordan Addison's ankle in rough shape
Limited to 28 snaps before exiting in Week 1
By: Doug Orth | Sep 9 2024, 3:30 pm
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Jordan Addison has "pretty significant soreness" in his injured ankle, per Kevin O'Connell. Vikings will be "smart" with Addison, he said, but also know he healed quickly from his previous ankle injury during training camp. (ESPN.com - Kevin Seifert)
FFToday's Take: This injury is NOT on the same side he suffered the high-ankle sprain on this summer. To his credit, he healed quickly from that injury, but it would be a lot to ask for him to play against the 49ers in Week 2. Jalen Nailor filled in very capably for him and is worth stashing in all but the shallowest of leagues after he enjoyed a strong preseason with the team.
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Sprained MCL for TE Jake Ferguson
Week-to-Week
By: Mike Krueger | Sep 9 2024, 11:08 am
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Tests revealed an MCL sprain for #Cowboys TE Jake Ferguson, which means he'll miss time. But overall good news and not season-ending. (Ian Rapoport on X)
FFToday's Take: The Cowboys will be without their starting tight end for awhile which means we'll likely see more of Luke Schoonmaker in the coming weeks. He'll be a person of interest on the waiver wire this week but it remains to be seen how much fantasy value he'll actually have. The team could lean more on Brandin Cooks in the coming weeks.
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Ja'Marr Chase active for Week 1, will play
Illness, contract dispute
By: Mike Krueger | Sep 8 2024, 11:30 am
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Sources: Ja'Marr Chase will be active today vs the #Patriots. Chase decided he wants to play even without a contract in place, despite also dealing with an illness and being limited practice. (Jordan Schultz on X)
FFToday's Take: Ummm, Chase does have a contract. He just didn't get a revised contract. In any case, Chase will be needed on the field today as fellow widout Tee Higgins will miss this game with a groin injury. Even if Chase doesn't play a full amount of snaps, he should see a high target share against the Patriots and capable of being a WR1.
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Justin Fields will start at QB for the Steelers
Russell Wilson out with calf injury
By: Mike Krueger | Sep 8 2024, 11:22 am
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BREAKING: The #Steelers plan to start Justin Fields at QB vs the #Falcons.
Russell Wilson is still dealing with a calf issue that the team felt was too risky to play on after an examination this morning. (Jordan Schultz on X)
FFToday's Take: We were trending in this direction since Friday but now it's official. Fields can be a fantasy force given his rushing ability so he's worth the roster spot in case Wilson's calf is a lingering issue. He's probably more of mid-range QB2 in Week 1 against the Falcons until we see how much Arthur Smith is willing to trust him throwing the ball.
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DeAndre Hopkins expected to play Week 1
Fighting through an MCL tear
By: Mike Krueger | Sep 7 2024, 5:21 pm
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#Titans WR DeAndre Hopkins (questionable, knee) is set to play Sunday at Chicago, per source, though how much he plays is uncertain and could come down to pain management.
Hopkins revealed to reporters this week that he’s fighting through an MCL tear. (Jeremy Fowler on X)
FFToday's Take: It sounds like Hopkins could be limited in some fashion tomorrow against the Bears making him more of a WR3 option in Week 1. Hopkins originally suffered the injury in late July and acknowledged it usually takes a full year for the injury to heal. Expect Calvin Ridley to be the main target in the Titans passing game.
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MCL injury for Jordan Love
Timeline is TBD
By: Mike Krueger | Sep 7 2024, 3:35 pm
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#Packers QB Jordan Love suffered an MCL injury in Friday’s loss to the #Eagles in Brazil, per sources. The ACL is OK. The timeline for Love’s return is TBD. They’ll gather additional info. But all in all, good news for the #Packers’ franchise QB. (Tom Pelissero on X)
FFToday's Take: Love left Friday night's game against the Eagles with 5 seconds left in the contest after getting tackled awkwardly by two defenders. He will undoubtedly miss games but the injury is not expected to be season-ending. Malik Willis is currently the backup QB for the Packers. He's never been a fantasy asset and his presence will downgrade the values of the entire Green Bay offense.
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Russell Wilson listed as Questionable, calf injury
limited in practice Thursday, Friday
By: Mike Krueger | Sep 6 2024, 7:48 pm
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From @NFLGameDay Kickoff: It appears more likely that Justin Fields starts on Sunday for the #Steelers than Russell Wilson, though Wilson will be examined Saturday. (Ian Rapoport on X)
FFToday's Take: Wilson was added to the injury report Thursday with a calf issue and was listed as a limited participant on Friday. Reading the tea leaves, it appears that Wilson is going to sit this week which means Justin Fields is likely to get the start against the Falcons. Fields rushing ability puts him on the fantasy radar but he would be an uncomfortable play given his shortcomings as a passer.
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Josh Downs ruled Out for Week 1
Missed practice all week
By: Mike Krueger | Sep 6 2024, 1:02 pm
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The Colts on Friday ruled out wide receiver Josh Downs (ankle) for their Week 1 game against the Houston Texans on Sunday at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Downs, who sustained an ankle injury during an Aug. 7 training camp practice, did not participate in practice this week. Head coach Shane Steichen said Downs is progressing well and added the team hopes to have him back sooner rather than later. (Colts.com)
FFToday's Take: Downs is going to have to get some practice time in before getting on the field on Sunday's. Expect rookie Adonai Mitchell and Alec Pierce to have a larger role in Downs' absence but both are nothing more than flex options in an offense that may have limited pass attempts.
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Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins playing Week 1? "We'll See"
Chase calls himself a game-time decision
By: Mike Krueger | Sep 6 2024, 12:16 pm
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Zac Taylor says Higgins had little hamstring “tweak” yesterday. As far as him playing Sunday: “We’ll see.”
As for Chase playing: “We’ll see.” (Paul Dehner Jr. on X)
FFToday's Take: Chase spoke to the media today and declared himself a gametime decision and that he'd likely be limited if he does play. Tee Higgins popped up on the injury report yesterday with a hamstring issue which is a familiar ailment for him. He'll likely be listed as Questionable when the injury report comes out later today. Chase now sits in the WR2 category for Week 1 while we wait for more clarity on Higgins.
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Russell Wilson limited in practice Thursday, calf injury
Same calf that bothered him in pre-season
By: Mike Krueger | Sep 5 2024, 2:38 pm
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Something to watch for Sunday: #Steelers coach Mike Tomlin told reporters that QB Russell Wilson reported some calf tightness and is going to get checked out by doctors. He was limited in practice. (Ian Rapoport on X)
FFToday's Take: Wilson was bothered by a calf injury in camp so this will be something to watch as we get closer to Sunday. For now, there are no indications that he will miss Week 1. If he did, Justin Fields would be the starter at quarterback for the Steelers.
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Kyle Pitts limited Wednesday with hamstring issue
Not great, but no time to panic
By: Mike Krueger | Sep 4 2024, 11:41 am
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Raheem Morris says Kyle Pitts will be limited with a hamstring injury to start the week. He and Nate Landman (quad) are the two players he mentioned would be limited. Raheem Morris when asked if there was any concern about Kyle Pitts' hamstring - "not for me." He practiced on Monday and will be out there again today. Just limited. (Will McFadden on X)
FFToday's Take: Let's not hit the panic button. We don't like hamstring injuries for their potential lingering effect, but it seems like the Falcons are just being cautious here. Pitts apparently tweaked his hamstring a couple weeks ago but hasn't been a big issue since. We'll monitor his practice reports as the week moves on.
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CMC, Brandon Aiyuk practice on Tuesday
RB was sidelined with minor calf issue; WR returns after long hold-in
By: Doug Orth | Sep 3 2024, 11:50 pm
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49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk and RB Christian McCaffrey back at practice on Tuesday… (ESPN.com - Nick Wagoner)
FFToday's Take: The news millions of fantasy managers wanted to hear. By all accounts, McCaffrey's calf issue was a minor one that either he or the team (if not both) treated conservatively. All fantasy managers - especially those with CMC - would be wise to stash Jordan Mason just in case. As far as Aiyuk is concerned, managers may want to sit him if possible this week. The Jets' secondary is about as stingy as it gets and Aiyuk could be on something of a snap count.
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Joe Mixon ready to roll
Missed most of the preseason with a quad injury
By: Doug Orth | Sep 3 2024, 11:00 pm
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Texans Pro Bowl RB Joe Mixon missed the majority of the preseason with a quadriceps injury and was held out of all of the games. Mixon is fully healthy now and displayed explosiveness during a joint practice session with the Los Angeles Rams. Signed to a three-year, $27 million extension after an offseason trade from the Cincinnati Bengals, Mixon is expected to have a heavy workload as a runner and receiver out of the backfield.
“Joe will be Joe,” HC DeMeco Ryans said. “Joe will be doing what he’s done his entire career. I don’t think you’ll see anything different. He’s a strong, physical back. He’s going to get yards. So, I’m excited about seeing Joe run the ball behind our offensive line.” (KPRC - Aaron Wilson)
FFToday's Take: It remains to be seen how productive Mixon will be in Houston after an inefficient back for most of his time in Cincinnati. With that said, Mixon should see the lion's share of backfield touches with Cam Akers (multiple Achilles injuries) and Dameon Pierce (bad fit for OC Bobby Slowik's offense) unlikely to convince the Texans to spread the workload. Consider Mixon a volume-based RB2 with occasional RB1 upside in what should be a high-scoring offense this season.
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Jaylen Warren anticipates playing in opener
Recovering from a preseason hamstring injury
By: Doug Orth | Sep 2 2024, 8:00 pm
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Steelers RB Jaylen Warren (hamstring) said he did individuals and special teams work in practice today, and he anticipates joining team periods on Wednesday.
He said he'll be good to go for the season opener Sunday. (ESPN - Brooke Pryor)
FFToday's Take: Warren came at a discount during August drafts due to the hamstring injury. While his fantasy managers should rejoice because of that, Pittsburgh's offensive line may not be what most expected due to the injuries it has dealt with so far. With that said, Warren still profiles as a capable flex option who will likely dabble with RB2 production on occasion. Najee Harris should still be drafted a bit earlier based on his expected workload.
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Josh Downs rehabbing well
Suffered high-ankle sprain about a month ago
By: Doug Orth | Sep 2 2024, 7:40 pm
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Josh Downs ‘progressing well’ while rehabbing high ankle sprain. No indication if he’ll practice Wed. (FOX 59 - Mike Chappell)
FFToday's Take: Fantasy managers should get a pretty good idea about his Week 1 availability based on his practice participation level on Wednesday. Even if he cannot play this week or next, he needs to be a high-priority target in the later rounds. Early camp reports suggested he looked the best of all the Indy receivers, including Michael Pittman Jr. Downs may begin the season as a WR5/6, but he is one of the best bets to become a weekly starter among players drafted after pick 100.
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RB Clyde Edwards-Helaire out 4 games, NFL list
Chiefs RB battled PTSD during camp
By: Mike Krueger | Sep 2 2024, 11:25 am
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The #Chiefs have placed RB Clyde Edwards-Helaire, Clyde on the Reserve/Non-Football Illness list. He’s out the first four games. (Ian Rapoport on X)
FFToday's Take: CEH has experienced symptoms of PTSD during camp this Summer, stemming from a self-defense incident back in 2018. His absence will vault Samaje Perine and Carson Steele into bigger roles early in the season. It's likely Andy Reid will want Perine to take on as much of the work as he can handle, but for now, Isaiah Pacheco figures to be rock solid RB1 the first few weeks of the season.
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Elijah Mitchell done for the season
Jordan Mason set to serve as Christian McCaffrey's primary backup
By: Doug Orth | Aug 27 2024, 8:30 pm
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49ers placed RB Elijah Mitchell on the season-ending injured reserve list. (ESPN - Adam Schefter)
FFToday's Take: Jordan Mason was reportedly making a strong push to overtake Mitchell anyway, so this just confirms that Mason is now one of the most valuable handcuffs in fantasy. With Mitchell both set to hit free agency at the end of the season, he has likely taken his last snap with the 49ers.
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Marshawn Lloyd likely to begin season on IR
Rookie suffered hamstring injury in preseason debut
By: Doug Orth | Aug 26 2024, 11:00 pm
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Rookie Marshawn Lloyd (hamstring) is expected to start the season on IR -- they can do that now without missing 2024. (Peter Bukowski on Twitter)
FFToday's Take: Lloyd's likely absence leaves only AJ Dillon and Emanuel Wilson behind Josh Jacobs, who should begin the season in a featured role. Considering Lloyd was anything but a featured back in his college days and how little Dillon has relatively done as a pro, it would be a shock if Jacobs did not end up playing at least 60 percent of the snaps most weeks. What it all means is that Jacobs is probably a very good low-end RB1 option who is typically coming off the board in the fourth round.
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Nick Chubb expected to remain on PUP list to start season
Will miss at least the first four games of the season
By: Mike Krueger | Aug 26 2024, 8:19 am
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Cleveland is expected to leave Nick Chubb on the Physically Unable to Perform List, which means he is ineligible to be active during the first four games of the season, per league sources. (Adam Schefter on X)
FFToday's Take: We were expecting this to take place but now we know for sure Chubb will miss at least the first four games. We're likely to get some kind of committee between Jerome Ford, D'Onta Foreman (ribs) and Pierre Strong Jr. (ribs) with Ford being the lead back and the most fantasy relevant. Both Foreman and strong are currently dealing with rib issues.
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Diontae Johnson suffers minor foot injury Tuesday
Returned to practice shortly after limping off
By: Doug Orth | Aug 20 2024, 11:55 pm
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Diontae Johnson just limped to the opposite field following an 11 on 11 rep. He’s walking it off for now.
Update (10:32 am): He’s back and just caught a pass. (Charlotte Observer - Mike Kaye)
FFToday's Take: It's been a rough week or two for Johnson, who just returned from a recent groin injury. Thankfully, Johnson did not appear to miss much practice time. HC Dave Canales has been consistent in saying Johnson will be the focal point of the passing game this season, so he should have no issue performing like a high-end WR3 - if not a low-end WR2 - assuming he can stay healthy.
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DeAndre Hopkins should be ready to go for opener
Suffered knee injury early in camp
By: Doug Orth | Aug 19 2024, 8:45 pm
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Brian Callahan said DeAndre Hopkins should be back soon. The #Titans expect to have him back for the season opener. (ESPN.com - Turron Davenport)
FFToday's Take: This should be good news for every major player involved in the passing game. The Titans undoubtedly want Will Levis to have his top two options in the passing game and Calvin Ridley should benefit from having a player of Hopkins' stature and ability taking defensive attention away from him. We can probably no longer expect Hopkins to be a focal point of a passing game at age 32 and injuries becoming a factor, but it would also be a mistake for fantasy managers to fade him as a potential WR3 option.
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Mike Williams getting closer to return
WR in final stages of return from ACL tear
By: Doug Orth | Aug 19 2024, 8:35 pm
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WR Mike Williams told reporters he expects to join team drills next week, the last hurdle before he's cleared for Wk 1.
"I think I'm ready to do some team stuff, just getting in a rhythm, doing things with the team, just lining up and going through some plays." (ESPN.com - Rich Cimini)
FFToday's Take: Most fantasy managers know the story with Williams at this point. He will likely beat his current 12th-round ADP when he is in football shape, but his lack of durability will always be a concern. Especially considering Williams will not have the benefit of having gone through an entire training camp with Aaron Rodgers, managers should also expect him to start slow. With that said, Williams could consistently perform at a WR3/4 level if he can stay on the field in 2024.
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Curtis Samuel dealing with turf toe
WR listed week-to-week
By: Doug Orth | Aug 19 2024, 8:30 pm
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According to Buffalo Bills HC Sean McDermott, WR Curtis Samuel is considered week-to-week with a turf toe injury. (ESPN - Adam Schefter)
FFToday's Take: Much depends on the grade of the sprain, as a Grade 1 sprain will likely allow Samuel to play in Week 1. A Grade 2 sprain could bother him for a while after that. Hopefully, neither the Bills nor Samuel rush his return, as this is an issue that could linger all season if not managed properly. Fantasy managers should expect a heavier dose of Khalil Shakir and Dalton Kincaid over the first couple weeks of the season.
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Jaylen Warren expected to miss multiple weeks, hamstring
Week 1 status in doubt
By: Mike Krueger | Aug 18 2024, 8:37 pm
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Following a breakout second season, Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren's status to open his third year is in doubt.
Warren will be out multiple weeks due to a hamstring injury sustained Saturday and his status for the season opener is up in the air, NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero reported Sunday. (NFL.com)
FFToday's Take: With Week 1 exactly three weeks away, it sounds like Warren is going to be questionable for the Steelers opener against the Falcons. This could mean more work Najee Harris early in the season if Warren isn't able to go. Cordarrelle Patterson is waiting in the wings.
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Jaylen Warren leaves preseason game No.2, hamstring injury
Doubtful to return
By: Mike Krueger | Aug 17 2024, 7:55 pm
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Steelers RB Jaylen Warren sustained a hamstring injury tonight and the team says he now is doubtful to return vs. the Bills. (Adam Schefter on X)
FFToday's Take: We don't know the severity of the injury as of now, but we're sure to get more updates soon. Warren is set to split carries with Najee Harris in the Arthur Smith offense of the Steelers. Stay tuned...
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Christian Kirk dealing with mild calf injury
Will be held out of preseason game Week 2
By: Mike Krueger | Aug 15 2024, 9:38 am
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Jaguars WR Christian Kirk has a mild calf injury that has kept him out of joint practices vs. Bucs + Saturday’s preseason game, per HC Doug Pederson. He will be re-evaluated next week.
Pederson said QB Trevor Lawrence won't play Sat. Happy with joint practice reps this week. (Cameron Wolfe on X)
FFToday's Take: This will be something to monitor next week. If Kirk is able to back on the field, then there's no need panic about his fantasy value. More meaningful reps incoming for rookie Brian Thomas Jr., Gabe Davis and Parker Washington in the meantime.
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J.J. McCarthy out for the 2024 season, knee injury
Torn meniscus
By: Mike Krueger | Aug 14 2024, 1:43 pm
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#Vikings rookie QB J.J. McCarthy will miss the entire 2024 season after having his torn meniscus repaired today by Dr. Chris Larson at Twin Cities Orthopedics, sources tell me and @RapSheet.
Disappointing end to Year 1, but repair gives McCarthy the best chance at a long career. (Tom Pelissero on X)
FFToday's Take: The Vikings were hoping that a full repair wasn't necessary but unfortunately the rookie will now miss the entire season, leaving the starting quarterback duties to Sam Darnold, who now becomes a viable fantasy option late in drafts as a backup quarterback. Nick Mullens and Jaren Hall are also currently on the roster.
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Giants' RB Tyrone Tracy suffers low-ankle sprain
Week-to-Week
By: Mike Krueger | Aug 13 2024, 4:06 pm
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#Giants rookie RB Tyrone Tracy Jr., who is primed to get significant playing time in the backfield and was carted off the field on Tuesday, was diagnosed with a low-ankle sprain, sources say. Much better than anticipated.
He’s in a boot and is week-to-week. But not long-term. (Ian Rapoport on X)
FFToday's Take: Tracy seemed to have the leg up in the battle for the back-up running back job for the Giants. Eric Gray should get that work for the remainder of camp with Devin Singletary slated to be the Week 1 starter.
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J.J. McCarthy expected to undergo knee surgery
Torn meniscus in his right knee
By: Mike Krueger | Aug 13 2024, 12:27 pm
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ESPN Sources: Vikings rookie first-round pick J.J. McCarthy is expected to be undergo knee surgery that will determine how much time he will be sidelined. McCarthy complained about knee soreness over the weekend, and underwent an MRI on Monday night. McCarthy has a torn meniscus in his right knee, per HC Kevin O’Connell. (Adam Schefter on X)
FFToday's Take: Sam Darnold was already slated to begin the season as the Vikings starting quarterback and this injury will delay McCarthy's advancement up the QB depth chart. The timeline for McCarthy will depend on whether or not the meniscus needs a full repair or just a cleanup. In the meantime, Darnold and the Vikings face a difficult early-season schedule with NYG, SF, HOU, GB and the Jets on tap before a bye in Week 6.
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Hamstring injury for Jahmyr Gibbs
Leaves practice Monday
By: Mike Krueger | Aug 12 2024, 8:39 pm
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Source: Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs suffered a hamstring injury at today’s practice. (Adam Schefter on X)
FFToday's Take: We don't know the severity of the injury yet so we can't determine how much time, if any, he'll miss during the regular season. It's safe to say that the Lions will be cautious with one of their stars on the offensive side of the ball for the rest of the pre-season. More updates to come on Gibbs...
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