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Nico Collins placed on IR, hamstring injury
Will miss at least the next four games
By: Mike Krueger | Oct 9 2024, 10:30 am
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Texans are placing WR Nico Collins on injured reserve due to his hamstring injury. He will be sidelined a minimum of four games. (Adam Schefter on X)
FFToday's Take: The hamstring bites another. Collins was injured in Week 5 on a 67-yard TD catch but will now miss the next 4 games. The earliest he could return would be Week 10 against the Lions. The Texans don't have their bye until Week 14. Xavier Hutchinson finished out the game in Nico's role so he's worth a look if you need WR help. Perhaps more target will flow to Tank Dell in the coming weeks.
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Rashee Rice undergoes LCL surgery
Typical recovery makes regular-season return unlikely
By: Doug Orth | Oct 8 2024, 6:30 pm
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Good news for Rashee Rice following surgery, as the ACL, meniscus, and MCL didn’t need to be repaired. (NFL Network - Ian Rapoport)
FFToday's Take: The typical timeline for a return to action following LCL surgery is four to six months, which likely ends any hope he will return during the regular season. With that said, no official timeline has been given yet. JuJu Smith-Schuster played very well in the team's Week 5 victory and should be one of the most sought-after adds off the waiver wire this week.
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Drake Maye expected to start in Week 6
Expected to supplant Jacoby Brissett
By: Doug Orth | Oct 8 2024, 6:20 pm
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The future is now in New England: Sources say the #Patriots are planning to start Drake Maye against the #Texans, the first start for the No. 3 overall pick.
Jacoby Brissett, who started the first five games, heads to the bench. (NFL Network - Ian Rapoport)
FFToday's Take: Maye was almost certainly going to start some games as a rookie, but the timing of the announcement is odd, to say the least. It was thought one of the major reasons why Maye was not named the starter to begin the season was that the organization was trying to do right by him and not set him up for failure behind a bad offensive line. Giving him his first NFL start against a Texans' defense that has been very good at rushing the passer this season is a curious decision at best. Fantasy managers would do well to continue streaming their DST units against New England.
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Derek Carr likely to miss a couple of weeks
Oblique injury
By: Doug Orth | Oct 8 2024, 6:00 pm
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Sources to me and @RapSheet: #Saints QB Derek Carr is expected to miss multiple games with an oblique injury he suffered against the #Chiefs.
New Orleans has two games in the next nine days, and the likelihood is Carr misses Sun vs. the #Buccaneers and Thurs vs. the #Broncos. (NFL Network - Mike Garafolo)
FFToday's Take: Carr missing multiple games was the most likely scenario once it was confirmed he injured his oblique. It would not be terribly surprising if he misses more than two games, but there is almost no chance he can return before then Week 8 because the team plays on Thursday in Week 7. Jake Haener took over for Carr as soon as he left the game on Monday night, but early reports suggest rookie Spencer Rattler is "a strong candidate" to get the nod as well. While Carr was not exactly setting the world on fire with his recent play, his absence figures to lower the ceilings of Chris Olave and Rashid Shaheed.
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Aaron Jones expected to be fine
Exited London game early with hip injury
By: Doug Orth | Oct 7 2024, 11:30 pm
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Aaron Jones left Sunday’s 23-17 win over the Jets with a hip injury. Initially, he was questionable to return. Then, he was ruled out.
Initial word is that, by the time the Vikings return to action after their Week 6 bye, Jones should be good to go. (Pro Football Talk - Mike Florio)
FFToday's Take: The likelihood is that Jones suffered a minor hip flexor injury, but no official diagnosis has been given yet. Either way, fantasy managers have to be thrilled he will have at least the Vikings' Week 6 bye to rest and recover. If Jones needs a bit more time to recover, Ty Chandler will be expected to handle the bulk of the workload. Regardless of who starts in Week 6, expectations need to be dialed back against a stingy Detroit run defense.
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Christian McCaffrey will not play in Week 6
RB continues to "push" rehab on Achilles tendinitis
By: Doug Orth | Oct 7 2024, 11:00 pm
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RB Christian McCaffrey also will remain on injured reserve and not be available for the team’s game on Thursday.
McCaffrey has not played this season due to Achilles tendinitis in both legs.
“(McCaffrey will) continue his rehab,” Shanahan said. “Every day you try to push the rehab more and more.”
(NBC Sports Bay Area)
FFToday's Take: McCaffrey has not played all season, so he wasn't going to make his season debut on a short week. He also has not practiced since early August, so a return in Week 7 seems unlikely as well. With that said, there seems to be cautious optimism that he will return no later than Week 10. It is difficult to assess whether McCaffrey is a good trade target at this point and it seems extremely unlikely the 49ers will ask him to carry a heavy workload anytime before December. As such, Jordan Mason's value should remain high all season.
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A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith likely to play in Week 6
Eagles top two WRs both missed Week 4 with injuries
By: Doug Orth | Oct 7 2024, 7:40 pm
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My understanding is the #eagles are expecting to have their top WRs A.J. Brown (hamstring) and DeVonta Smith (concussion) back this week vs the #browns. (Underdog Fantasy - James Palmer)
FFToday's Take: Philadelphia's Week 5 bye came at a great time. Brown injured his hamstring late in the week before Week 2 and has not played since. Smith was concussed in Week 3 and sat out Week 4. With both receivers back, the Eagles' offense should quickly return to the unit that rolled up 410 total yards against the Packers in Brazil to begin the season. Brown boasts WR1 upside every time he takes the field, while Smith is not far off that - especially given his increased slot usage so far in 2024.
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Houston offers updates on Joe Mixon, Nico Collins
RB still in limbo for Week 6, WR week-to-week with hamstring issue
By: Doug Orth | Oct 7 2024, 7:30 pm
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DeMeco Ryans on Nico Collins: "He's in good sprits. It takes a couple of weeks for a hamstring. So we'll evaluate him on a week-to-week basis."
Ryans said he's not sure if Joe Mixon will be available this week. Still trying to figure that out.
(Jonathan Alexander on Twitter)
FFToday's Take: Collins' injury occurred on his 67-yard touchdown catch late in the first quarter and did not appear to be too significant at the time, so it comes as a surprise that he might miss more than one game. Xavier Hutchinson stepped up in his absence, but fantasy managers should expect much more Stefon Diggs and Tank Dell if Collins cannot play in Week 6. As far as Mixon, he did not practice at all last week, which probably means he is off to a bad start if he hopes to play this weekend against the Patriots. Cam Akers, Dare Ogunbowale and maybe even Dameon Pierce could see work in his absence.
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Evan Engram expected back in Week 6
Sidelined with answering issue since pregame injury in Week 2
By: Doug Orth | Oct 7 2024, 7:20 pm
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Jaguars HC Doug Pederson believes TE Evan Engram, who has not played since Week 1 due to a hamstring injury, is likely to return for Sunday’s game in London vs. the Bears. “I think the chances of him getting back in here this week are pretty good,” Pederson said. (ESPN - Adam Schefter)
FFToday's Take: While Engram's absence has not been the sole reason Trevor Lawrence has struggled for parts of the 2024 season, it has contributed. Engram went over the century mark in catches last season and, in theory, should take some defensive attention away from Brian Thomas Jr. and Christian Kirk when he is not supposed to be the primary read. Brenton Strange has filled in nicely during his absence, but Engram offers more game-breaking ability and should serve as a top 10 option at tight end moving forward.
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Khalil Shakir's Week 6 status uncertain
Ankle injury sidelined him in Week 5
By: Doug Orth | Oct 7 2024, 7:10 pm
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Khalil Shakir is day-to-day, according to HC Sean McDermott. (ESPN.com - Alaina Getzenberg)
FFToday's Take: Assuming Shakir is dealing with a low-ankle sprain, it would be surprising if he's not ready to face the Jets on Monday night to wrap up Week 6. There within lies the rub, however, as fantasy managers may have to make an educated guess based off practice reports if he will return. Even then, the matchup is not a great one. With that said, Josh Allen seemed to miss his top wideout in a Week 5 loss to the Texans. Consider Shakir a WR4/flex option this week with WR3 upside based on how much practice work he logs.
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Travis Etienne playing through pain
Recurring shoulder issue
By: Doug Orth | Oct 7 2024, 7:00 pm
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Travis Etienne got popped in the shoulder again and that’s why he was held out at the end of the game. Pederson says he’ll be okay. (Jordan de Lugo on Twitter)
FFToday's Take: Etienne's volume has dipped over the last two games, which has contributed somewhat to Tank Bigsby's resurgence. It would seem as though Jacksonville wants the two backs to split the workload as much as possible and it may be moving in that direction. Etienne will remain the clear starter for the Jags, but it is clear that Bigsby has earned himself a role. As such, Etienne needs to be treated as a RB2 in fantasy until further notice.
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Anthony Richardson downgraded to Doubtful for Week 5
Joe Flacco expected to start
By: Mike Krueger | Oct 5 2024, 1:39 pm
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The #Colts downgraded Anthony Richardson to doubtful. Joe Flacco in line to start Sunday vs. Jacksonville. (Tom Pelissero on X)
FFToday's Take: Richardson (oblique) got in limited practices all week but he didn't do much on Friday. Flacco at QB gives life to Michael Pittman Jr. and Josh Downs who both saw a 32% target share last week with Flacco playing most of the game. The Jaguars have given up the 5th most fantasy points to receivers this season.
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Brian Robinson Jr. will be a gametime decision
Trending in the right direction
By: Mike Krueger | Oct 4 2024, 12:21 pm
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Dan Quinn said RB Austin Ekeler has cleared the concussion protocol and will be good for Sunday. He added that RB Brian Robinson Jr. is trending in the right direction, but he'll be a game-time decision.
WR Noah Brown - OUT
DE Clelin Ferrell - OUT (Nicki Jhabvala on X)
FFToday's Take: Robinson missed practice Wednesday and Thursday with a knee issue but did return on Friday. Even if he does play, it wouldn't be surprising to see Ekeler get a little more work than usual given Robinson won't be 100 percent. The Commanders play the Browns in the early window on Sunday, so we'll have a good idea of his status on Sunday morning.
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Malik Nabers ruled Out for Week 5
Has yet to clear concussion protocol
By: Mike Krueger | Oct 4 2024, 11:33 am
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Giants HC Brian Daboll announced that Malik Nabers remains in concussion protocol and is out Sunday vs. the Seahawks. (Adam Schefter on X)
FFToday's Take: Since Nabers was concussed Thursday of last week, there was some optimism that would be ready to go for Week 5. Not the case. The Giants passing game will feature Darius Slayton, Wan'Dale Robinson and perhaps Jalin Hyatt who has 3 targets and has yet to catch a pass this season. Robinson is a viable PPR option while Slayton is a risky Flex.
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Khalil Shakir Out for Week 5 with ankle injury
Missed practice all week
By: Mike Krueger | Oct 4 2024, 11:08 am
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Bills HC Sean McDermott ruled out Khalil Shakir and Ed Oliver for Sunday’s game against the Texans. (Adam Schefter on X)
FFToday's Take: Shakir injured his ankle in Week 4, but later returned to the game. Expect the Bills to be run-focused against the Ravens this week but we could see a few more opportunities for rookie Keon Coleman and tight end Dalton Kincaid.
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Joe Mixon, Dameon Pierce miss practice Thursday
Texans still struggling at RB
By: Mike Krueger | Oct 3 2024, 1:34 pm
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#Texans’ Joe Mixon misses second practice in a row with ankle injury, Laremy Tunsil returns to practice, Tank Dell, Jimmie Ward practice second day in a row, Dameon Pierce sidelined again
@KPRC2 (Aaron Wilson on X)
FFToday's Take: Mixon was a limited participant in practice on Friday of last week but was ultimately ruled Out for Week 4. Two missed practices to begin Week 5 isn't promising for chances to play on Sunday against the Bills. If both Mixon and Pierce aren't able to play, it will once again be Cam Akers leading the backfield for the Texans. He's been underwhelming the last few weeks in the lead-back role.
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Malik Nabers misses practice Thursday, concussion
Still in concussion protocol
By: Mike Krueger | Oct 3 2024, 12:45 pm
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Daboll said WR Malik Nabers is making progress in the concussion protocol but he won’t be out on the field during practice. Daboll said they’ll wait as long as possible before making a determination for Sunday, but time is obviously running low to clear the remaining steps. I don’t see Nabers getting cleared for Sunday. (Dan Duggan on X)
FFToday's Take: It's looking more and more like Nabers is going to miss Week 5 against Seattle. Nabers suffered a concussion last Thursday in Week 4. If he misses, Darius Slayton will likely see the biggest benefit in the passing game although he'll be nothing more than a desperation Flex option.
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Davante Adams expected to sit in Week 5
Hamstring injury?
By: Mike Krueger | Oct 2 2024, 6:26 pm
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Raiders WR Davante Adams is not expected to play Sunday vs. the Broncos due to his hamstring injury, per league sources. (Adam Schefter on X)
FFToday's Take: We can speculate on whether or not Adams has an injury, but regardless, he won't be on the field in Week 5. In his absence, Jakobi Meyers and Tre Tucker will have a difficult task against the Broncos defense that's given up the 2nd fewest fantasy points to wide receivers.
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Brandin Cooks Out for Week 5, knee injury
Complications after surgery could cause extended absence
By: Mike Krueger | Oct 2 2024, 11:56 am
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The Cowboys will be without WR Brandin Cooks for at least this week vs. Pittsburgh and potentially longer after an infection developed in his right knee following a procedure he had after remaining in NY following the win against the Giants, according to multiple sources. (Todd Archer on X)
FFToday's Take: Cooks' best game this season came back in Week 1 when he posted a 4-40-1 line. Since then he hasn't topped 19 receiving yards in a game. In his absence, Jalen Tolbert and KaVontae Turpin should see more action at wide receiver.
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Davante Adams asking out of Las Vegas
Star WR asks to be traded
By: Doug Orth | Oct 1 2024, 11:30 pm
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Raiders star WR Davante Adams informed the team that he preferred to be traded, per me and @MikeGarafolo.
There is nothing imminent, but a situation to watch for sure. (NFL Network - Ian Rapoport)
FFToday's Take: ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the asking price would be something in the neighborhood of the second-round draft pick and additional compensation. Adams' cap number is $25.35 million. While that number can be tweaked to a certain degree, it might make it difficult for cap-strapped teams like the Chiefs and Bills to do a deal. Unsurprisingly, one of the teams Adams would be open to going to is Aaron Rodgers' Jets. Considering how all-in the Jets are this year, New York may be the favorite for his services.
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Anthony Richardson considered day-to-day
Oblique and abdominal strains
By: Doug Orth | Sep 30 2024, 11:50 pm
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Colts QB Anthony Richardson is considered day to day with oblique and abdominal strains, and he has a shot to play this week against the #Jaguars, sources said after today’s tests.
Good news overall after Richardson left Sunday’s win. (NFL Network - Tom Pelissero)
FFToday's Take: The good news is that the toughest part of Richardson's schedule should be finished. The bad news is he will begin the second quarter of it at less than 100 percent. Richardson has been a disappointment overall fantasy, but October should tell us more about him than September did. There is a distinct possibility if Richardson plays in Week 5, he will do so without Jonathan Taylor (ankle). It might be just what he needs for him to show himself and HC Shane Steichen that he can put the team on his shoulders. If Richardson cannot play in Week 5, however, Joe Flacco is worth a spot start in deeper leagues.
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Jonathan Taylor exits near the end of Week 4 win
"Mild" high-ankle sprain
By: Doug Orth | Sep 30 2024, 11:30 pm
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RB Jonathan Taylor’s high ankle sprain is mild, per @RapSheet. He will be evaluated throughout the week. (NFL Network - Tom Pelissero)
FFToday's Take: HC Shane Steichen told reporters on Monday the team is not considering a short-term IR stint for Taylor, which is good news. The bad news is there really is no such thing as a "mild" ankle sprain, so Taylor's fantasy managers should probably expect him to miss at least a game or two. Trey Sermon came on in relief of Taylor late in the fourth quarter and should be considered a high-priority add ahead of Week 5, especially if we get confirmation over the next two days that Taylor will not play in Week 5.
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Jonathon Brooks not quite ready to practice yet
RB in final stages of recovery from ACL surgery
By: Doug Orth | Sep 30 2024, 5:30 pm
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Panthers RB Jonathon Brooks is in the final stages of returning from a torn ACL last November but the team doesn't plan to open his 21-day practice window this week. (ESPN.com - David Newton)
FFToday's Take: It would appear that we are probably about a month away from Brooks making his NFL debut, as it seems unlikely the Panthers will not use most of the 21-day window to complete his recovery and work on his overall conditioning. Chuba Hubbard is coming off consecutive 100-yard games as well, which only decreases any urgency of rushing Brooks back. Fantasy managers should not be surprised either if Carolina asks Brooks and Hubbard to share the load for the first few weeks upon his return.
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Joe Mixon, Tank Dell trending in right direction for Week 5
RB nursing an ankle sprain, WR dealing with a chest issue
By: Doug Orth | Sep 30 2024, 5:25 pm
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Texans coach DeMeco Ryans says RB Joe Mixon and WR Tank Dell will be 'day-to-day' this week.
"We'll see this week with a week of practice." (Jonathan Alexander on Twitter)
FFToday's Take: Mixon made a surprise return to a limited practice on Friday, suggesting he has a realistic shot at playing in Week 5 against the Bills. Dell did not practice all of last week, but he is also more likely than not to play. Mixon was saying enough volume before his injury to be considered a high-end RB2, so his return will be important for fantasy managers. Dell was having his best game of the season in Week 3 before getting hurt, but he appears to be a clear third option behind Nico Collins and Stefon Diggs at the moment.
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Nick Chubb inching closer to a return
Browns plan to open RB's 21-day practice window
By: Doug Orth | Sep 30 2024, 5:00 pm
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Browns HC Kevin Stefanski said the team is opening the practice window for RB Nick Chubb. (ESPN - Adam Schefter)
FFToday's Take: Chubb suffered what was thought to be a potential career-ending injury in Week 2 of last season, so it is great news that he appears to have a legitimate shot at contributing to the team at some point before midseason. Expectations obviously need to be tempered based on the seriousness of his injury and the time he has missed, but he has a chance to return RB2 value if he can come reasonably close to picking up where he left off. Of course, that assumes the offensive line gets healthy at some point as well. Jerome Ford will continue to do most of the heavy lifting in Cleveland until Chubb is ready.
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Joe Mixon Out for Week 4, ankle injury
Cam Akers expected to start
By: Mike Krueger | Sep 29 2024, 10:18 am
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Source: #Texans RB Joe Mixon will be OUT today vs the #Jaguars due to his ankle injury. Mixon tested it this morning, and while he's feeling better, everyone agreed to take the safe route and give him another week. (Jordan Schultz on X)
FFToday's Take: Mixon got in a limited session on Friday but needs another week to get healthy. With Dameon Pierce (hamstring) also out, it will be Cam Akers at running back for the Texans against the Jaguars today. Akers got 10 touches in a similar role last week against the Vikings. He's a Flex option in a much better matchup.
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Deebo Samuel expected to play in Week 4
Calf injury
By: Mike Krueger | Sep 28 2024, 11:28 pm
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San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel is expected to play Sunday against the New England Patriots, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Samuel missed the 49ers' loss to the Los Angeles Rams last weekend with a calf injury. (ESPN)
FFToday's Take: Deebo missed last week with a calf issue but is expected to play along with TE George Kittle (hamstring) in Week 4. The two returning pass catchers offer a nice boost to QB Brock Purdy who is on the low-end QB1 radar. It remains to be seen if Deebo will be limited in his return, but he's a viable WR2 play if at full strength.
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Kenneth Walker off the injury report, will play Week 4
Oblique injury
By: Mike Krueger | Sep 28 2024, 3:12 pm
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The Seahawks ruled out four defensive players for their Monday night game at Detroit: OLBs Uchenna Nwosu and Boye Mafe, DE Leonard Williams and DT Byron Murphy.
ILB Jerome Baker is questionable.
No listing for RB Kenneth Walker, so he’ll return after missing the last two games. (Brady Henderson on X)
FFToday's Take: Walker has missed the last two games with an oblique injury but is set to return Week 4 against the Lions on Monday night. This pushes Zach Charbonnet off the must-start list and down into Flex consideration. The Lions have given up the fewest fantasy points to running backs through three games.
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Tyler Huntley gets the start at QB for the Dolphins
Miami's 3rd QB of the season
By: Mike Krueger | Sep 28 2024, 11:17 am
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Dolphins QB Tyler Huntley will start Monday night versus the Tennessee Titans. (Adam Schefter on X)
FFToday's Take: Quarterback number three for the Dolphins this season will be Huntley as Skylar Thompson injured his ribs in Week 3 against Seattle. While Huntley is new to the Dolphins system his does have some rushing ability which makes him more appealing than the other QBs on the roster. Still, a mid-range QB2 performance would be the likeliest outcome. Tim Boyle will work as the backup. Miami hosts Tennessee on Monday night.
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George Kittle expected to play in Week 4
TE missed Week 3 with a hamstring injury
By: Mike Krueger | Sep 27 2024, 4:57 pm
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49ers TE George Kittle and QB Brock Purdy are off the injury report and expected to play Sunday vs. the Patriots.
Deebo Samuel is being listed as questionable for Sunday. (Adam Schefter on X)
FFToday's Take: The 49ers will get at least one of their offensive weapons back and may get Deebo back as well. Kittle missed Week 3 with a hamstring injury and Deebo has missed the last two games with a calf issue. Samuel practiced on a limited basis both Thursday and Friday. We should get more info on his status Saturday evening or Sunday morning.
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Davante Adams Out Week 4, hamstring injury
TE Michael Mayer Out as well
By: Mike Krueger | Sep 27 2024, 2:34 pm
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#Raiders WR Davante Adams (hamstring) and DE Maxx Crosby (ankle) and TE Michael Mayer will all be OUT, says coach Antonio Pierce: (Paul Gutierrez on X)
FFToday's Take: The hamstring injury strikes again. The Raiders will be without two of their best players against the Browns this week. Without Adams, TE Brock Bowers and Jakobi Meyers are likely to be the top passing game targets with extra snaps given to Tre Tucker and D.J. Turner. Meyers is a reasonable Flex or WR3 option this week.
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Trey McBride Out Week 4 with a concussion
Cardinals down a pass catcher against Commanders
By: Mike Krueger | Sep 27 2024, 11:59 am
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#AZCardinals coach Jonathan Gannon tells reporters that TE Trey McBride is out Sunday because of a concussion. (Ian Rapoport on X)
FFToday's Take: McBride is second on the team in targets (21) so this will be a big loss for Arizona and fantasy owners. Backup tight ends Elijah Higgins and Tip Reiman played a similar amount of snaps last week but Reiman is still looking for his first target of the season. Higgins is the better fantasy option if you're looking for a fill-in.
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Evan Engram Doubtful for Week 4
Hamstring injury
By: Mike Krueger | Sep 27 2024, 10:41 am
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Jaguars HC Doug Pederson told reporters that TE Evan Engram is doubtful to play Sunday due to his hamstring injury, but that Engram could return in Week 5. (Adam Schefter on X)
FFToday's Take: Engram hasn't played since Week 1 as he was ruled out during warmups prior to the Jags Week 2 game against the Browns. Jacksonville's offense has struggled to start the season, so perhaps and Engram return in Week 5 can give them a boost. In the meantime, Brenton Strange will be a TE2 option against the Texans in Week 4.
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Tank Dell unlikely to play in Week 4
Missed practice Thursday, ribs
By: Mike Krueger | Sep 26 2024, 1:34 pm
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#Texans’ Tank Dell managing pain of bruised ribs, unlikely to play against Jaguars; Joe Mixon, Dameon Pierce still sidelined @KPRC2 (Aaron Wilson on X)
FFToday's Take: Dell has missed practice both Wednesday and Thursday due to a rib injury. If he misses Week 4 against Jacksonville, expect more receiving production from Nico Collins, Stefon Diggs and TE Dalton Schultz. Cam Akers is trending to get another start as well.
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Bucky Irving misses practice, says he'll play Sunday
Hamstring injury
By: Mike Krueger | Sep 26 2024, 12:20 pm
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Bucky Irving, limited Wednesday with a hamstring injury, did not practice today. Irving declines to say how or when he hurt his hamstring but reiterates: I’ll be ready for the game on Sunday.” (Greg Auman on X)
FFToday's Take: Missing a Thursday practice is never a good sign and players are always optimistic about their availability. We'll get a better idea of Bucky's true status after practice on Friday. Rachaad White has been highly inefficient this season but should still get a decent workload against the Eagles on Sunday.
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Austin Ekeler ruled Out for Week 4, concussion
Didn't travel with the team to Arizona
By: Mike Krueger | Sep 25 2024, 3:35 pm
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Dan Quinn said RB Austin Ekeler (concussion) is OUT for Sunday’s game in Arizona. (Nicki Jhabvala on X)
FFToday's Take: Ekeler played just 13 snaps out of 59 snaps before leaving Week 3's game against the Bengals. In his absence, expect a heavy dose of Brian Robinson Jr. against the Cardinals. Jeremy McNichols will also be worked in but likely won't see enough volume to be fantasy relevant.
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Jaylen Warren expected to miss some time
Knee injury; underwent MRI on Monday
By: Doug Orth | Sep 24 2024, 5:40 pm
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RB Jaylen Warren’s knee injury week to week. (Gerry Dulac on Twitter)
FFToday's Take: Monday's MRI must have revealed enough inflammation or damage to convince the team to call him week-to-week on Tuesday. Warren's absence should be a slight boon to Najee Harris' fantasy stock, although Pittsburgh's offense has been so conservative that no one outside of George Pickens and maybe Justin Fields have been usable in fantasy. Cordarrelle Patterson figures to assume most of Warren's role in the offense and is worth adding off waivers this week.
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Bucky Irving making push for more playing time
HC: Rookie RB has "earned more snaps moving forward"
By: Doug Orth | Sep 23 2024, 5:30 pm
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Todd Bowles says rookie RB Bucky Irving has earned more snaps going forward. (Buccaneers.com - Scott Smith)
FFToday's Take: Irving (6.2 yards per carry) has been a far superior runner to Rachaad White (2.1) through three weeks. White is so gifted as a receiving option out of the backfield that he will likely continue seeing a heavy dose of work on passing downs, but no one should be surprised if HC Todd Bowles opts for a hot-hand approach on running downs. White has quickly become more of a dicey RB2 option, while Irving has emerged as a serviceable flex with upside.
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Jordan Addison could return in Week 4
WR has been sidelined since Week 1 with ankle injury
By: Doug Orth | Sep 23 2024, 5:25 pm
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Kevin O'Connell said they're "optimistic" about Jordan Addison this week. Addison hasn't played since third quarter of Sept 8 win at the Giants (Star Tribune - Andrew Krammer)
FFToday's Take: Addison got hurt in the third quarter of Week 1 and has yet to practice since. This week's practice reports figure to tell fantasy managers what they need to know, but even three limited practices may be enough to get him back on the field. Jalen Nailor has started the season with touchdowns in three straight and is a worthy WR4/flex option if Addison needs one more game before he is ready.
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Najee Harris, Jaylen Warren both ailing
Harris nursing likely arm injury; Warren dealing with a knee issue
By: Doug Orth | Sep 23 2024, 5:05 pm
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Najee Harris had a sling on his right arm in the Steelers locker room today.
Jaylen Warren is getting an MRI on his knee.
The top two RBs for Pittsburgh are banged up. (PennLive - Nick Farabaugh)
FFToday's Take: HC Mike Tomlin has yet to speak on the issue with the media, so there's not much to report yet. With that said, the fact Harris has his arm in a sling suggests he is more likely than not to miss a game for the first time in his NFL career against the Colts in Week 4. Warren dealt with a hamstring injury right before the start of the season, so his season has not gotten off to the greatest start. Cordarrelle Patterson would be the next man up for the Steelers and would be worth starting as a flex option in deeper leagues if Harris and Warren are both sidelined.
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