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With the fantasy football playoffs underway in many leagues for Week 15 of the NFL season, injuries continue to impact the upcoming schedule. These play a huge factor in start/sit decisions for fantasy managers. Our injury updates and reports for Week 15 as of Sunday, December 17, 2023, will give you the latest updates on key fantasy football assets and help you to make informed roster decisions.
The injury news for Week 15 of the NFL season has featured many notable fantasy football players such as Tyreek Hill, De'Von Achane, Chris Olave, and more.
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Tyreek Hill Injury Update
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill (ankle) has officially been ruled out for the Week 15 matchup against the New York Jets. Hill was unable to practice all week due to the ankle issue. His absence will likely mean an increased target share for Jaylen Waddle in the receiving game, and the Dolphins running game overall.
De'Von Achane Injury Update
Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane (toe) is officially active for the game against the New York Jets on Sunday.
The rookie offers game-changing speed but has struggled to stay healthy in his first pro campaign. All the while, he has had to share touches with Raheem Mostert, who is on the leaderboard for many rushing categories. Even if he plays, Achane finds himself in the low-end RB2 range.
Chris Olave Injury Update
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave (ankle) has officially been ruled out for the game versus the New York Giants in Week 15.
The Saints will roll out Rashid Shaheed and A.T. Perry as their top wide receivers. The former could sneak into low-end WR3/FLEX territory this week.
C.J. Stroud Injury Update
Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (concussion) did not travel with the team and has officially been downgraded to out for Sunday's game against the Tennessee Titans. He had previously been listed as doubtful, so this news doesn't come as much of a surprise. With the rookie sidelined, Houston is expected to start veteran Case Keenum under center.
T George Fant (hip/illness) and QB C.J. Stroud (concussion) did not travel to Tennessee and have been downgraded to out for #HOUvsTEN.
CB Steven Nelson (wrist) has been added to the injury report and is now questionable.
— Houston Texans (@HoustonTexans) December 16, 2023
Due to Houston's extensive injuries, Tennessee is favored to win in Week 15, and no Texans player should be viewed as an absolute must-start at fantasy football. Managers can treat Noah Brown, Devin Singletary, and Dalton Schultz as FLEX-range players this week.
Nico Collins and Noah Brown Injury Updates
Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (calf) is officially out for the Week 15 matchup with the Tennessee Titans. The 24-year-old has played well this season, amassing 60 receptions for 1,004 yards and six touchdowns. However, fantasy managers had a feeling Collins wouldn't be active on Sunday, considering he didn't practice during the week.
Nevertheless, with Tank Dell (fibula) also out, and Noah Brown (knee) officially playing, he should operate as the No. 1 wideout for the Texans. Unfortunately, C.J. Stroud (concussion) was ruled out, so Brown's ceiling isn't as high with Case Keenum under center.
Aaron Jones and A.J. Dillon Injury Updates
Green Bay Packers running back AJ Dillon (broken thumb) has officially been ruled out for the game in Week 15 versus the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Dillon had been listed as questionable, and while Rapoport notes that he was "trying to play," the powerful running back will ultimately watch Sunday's game from the sideline. Therefore, all eyes are on Aaron Jones (knee).
Aaron Jones (knee) will officially be active and play in Week 15 versus the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The veteran has battled various injuries this season, with his most recent ailment, an MCL sprain, keeping him off the field for the last three games. But he'll return for a matchup with a Bucs defense that's held opposing running backs in check this season. Of course, Jones is one of the best running backs in the National Football League, so he should always be starting in all fantasy setups, no matter who the Packers are up against.
Tutu Atwell Injury Update
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Tutu Atwell (head) isn't expected to play in Sunday's meeting with the Washington Commanders. The wideout suffered a concussion during the Week 14 overtime loss to the Baltimore Ravens and is currently listed as questionable heading into Sunday's contest. There was hope he'd be available. However, it appears fantasy managers won't see Atwell on the field in Week 15.
Rams’ WR Tutu Atwell, listed as questionable for Sunday due to a concussion, is unlikely to play vs. the Commanders, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 17, 2023
Nonetheless, Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua will remain the top two options for Matthew Stafford. Yet, Demarcus Robinson, who caught three of his 10 targets for 46 yards and a touchdown versus Baltimore, could see more attention, putting him in play as a flex option in deep fantasy setups.
Darren Waller Injury Update
New York Giants tight end Darren Waller (hamstring) has been activated from injured reserve ahead of Week 15 versus the New Orleans Saints, and will suit up on Sunday afternoon. Although the Giants' offense has some question marks with Tommy Devito at quarterback, Waller should slot in as one of his top targets. Therefore, he's a low-end TE1 in fantasy football for the time being.
Brandin Cooks Injury Update
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Brandin Cooks (illness) is expected to play versus the Buffalo Bills in Week 15 despite being listed as questionable, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. The veteran has looked promising in his age-30 season, catching 30 passes for 461 yards and five touchdowns over the course of his last eight games. His strong rapport with Dak Prescott as the No. 2 wide receiver in Dallas makes him a fine FLEX option in fantasy football this week.
D.J. Moore Injury Update
Chicago Bears wide receiver DJ Moore (ankle) is expected to suit up for the Week 15 matchup against the Cleveland Browns. Moore is listed as questionable for this contest, but was able to get a full practice session in to end the week. Fantasy managers are hopeful that Moore suits up considering how well he has been playing.
#Bears WR D.J. Moore (questionable, ankle) is playing Sunday vs. Cleveland, per source.
This was the expectation, as Moore expressed confidence during the week.
— Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) December 17, 2023
Moore has caught five passes or more in four straight games. He'll be a must-start in all fantasy formats, assuming he suits up. Fantasy managers will have to check back closer to game time for another update on his status.
Marquise Brown and Michael Wilson Injury Updates
Arizona Cardinals wide receivers Marquise Brown (heel) and Michael Wilson (neck) are expected to play against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 15 despite being listed as questionable, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Brown has produced mixed results this season, ultimately catching just 51 of 101 targets for 574 yards and four touchdowns. When the 26-year-old last faced the Niners, he caught seven of 10 passes from Josh Dobbs for a total of 96 yards through the air.
Cardinals’ WR Marquise Brown, listed as questionable for Sunday due to a heel injury, is expected to play vs. the 49ers, per source.
Cardinals’ WR Michael Wilson, listed as questionable for Sunday due to a neck injury, is expected to play vs. the 49ers, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 17, 2023
Meanwhile, Wilson is making his return from a three-game absence. The promising rookie has 28 catches for 435 yards and a pair of touchdowns over the course of nine contests. He had the best game of his young career earlier this season against San Francisco, catching all seven of his targets for 76 yards and two touchdowns.
While both Brown and Wilson are solid players, a tough matchup against the 49ers does create some concern regardless of how well they performed during the first meeting earlier this season. Fantasy managers should view both as WR3/FLEX options this week.
JuJu Smith-Schuster and DeVante Parker Injury Updates
New England Patriots wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster (ankle) has been ruled out against the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 15:
Teammate DeVante Parker (knee) is officially active:
From a fantasy football perspective, Demario Douglas is the only pass-catcher that managers can trust this week. Parker and Hunter Henry could also sneak onto the fantasy radar in deep leagues, but both players have low floors.
Chris Godwin Injury Update
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (knee) will suit up for the Week 15 meeting with the Packers. The veteran missed practice on Wednesday and Thursday, so things appeared to be heading in the wrong direction. Yet, he was a full participant in Friday's session. Godwin has played below expectations during the 2023-24 campaign, amassing 58 grabs for 659 yards and just one touchdown.
Buccaneers’ WR Chris Godwin, listed as questionable for Sunday due to a knee injury, is expected to play vs. the Packers, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 17, 2023
However, despite a challenging matchup versus a Packers defense that has kept opposing wideouts in check this season, Godwin's upside can't be ignored. With this in mind, he has a place in all fantasy lineups in Week 15.
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