Emmanuel Sanders Excused From Friday's Practice

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders was excused from practice on Friday for personal reasons. Presumably, this is related to the death of Demaryius Thomas, the former NFL wide receiver who passed away on Thursday at the young age of 33. Sanders and Thomas, both members of the 2010 draft class, were teammates in Denver […]

David Njoku Trending In Wrong Direction

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (COVID-19) is "not trending in the right direction" in regards to his status for Week 14 against Baltimore. The 25-year-old is asymptomatic but would need to be activated by Saturday at 4 p.m. in order to play this Sunday. Of course, he can't be activated unless he remains asymptomatic […]

J.D. McKissic Spotted At Friday's Practice

Washington Football Team running back J.D. McKissic (concussion) is practicing on Friday. He did not practice on Wednesday and was limited on Thursday, so the fact that he is practicing in some capacity again on Friday is a good sign. Through 11 games this season, the 28-year-old has posted 212 rushing yards, 397 receiving yards, […]

Joe Mixon Misses Third Consecutive Practice

Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon (illness) is absent from practice for the third consecutive day this week. Although official injury statuses have not been released yet, the expectation is that Mixon's availability this weekend will be far from a guarantee. If he suits up, fantasy managers should treat him as a high-end RB1. However, […]

Davis Mills Officially Named Week 14 Starter

Houston Texans rookie quarterback Davis Mills has officially been named the team's starter by head coach David Culley. The move was widely expected but not yet confirmed until Friday morning. The announcement indicates another passing of the torch to Mills, who completed 146 of 223 passes for 1,406 yards, seven touchdowns, and eight interceptions while […]

Elijah Moore Officially Questionable For Week 14

New York Jets rookie wide receiver Elijah Moore (quad) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Saints. He won't practice on Friday but will instead participate in a separate walkthrough with the medical staff. The second-round pick has been phenomenal as of late, totaling 459 receiving yards and five touchdowns over the course of his […]

Tevin Coleman Ruled Out For Week 14

New York Jets starting running back Tevin Coleman (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Saints. The 28-year-old had been filling in for the injured Michael Carter (ankle) and totaled 147 scrimmage yards over his last two games. Now, Ty Johnson will likely serve as the lead back on Sunday, though Austin […]

D'Andre Swift 'Unlikely' To Play In Week 14

Detroit Lions running back D'Andre Swift (shoulder) is "unlikely" to play against the Broncos on Sunday, head coach Dan Campbell told the media. The second-year back did not practice on Wednesday or Thursday, and the expectation surrounding his involvement remains the same for Friday. With Swift expected to miss his second straight game, the Lions […]

Tyrod Taylor Practices In Full On Thursday

Houston Texans quarterback Tyrod Taylor (left wrist) practiced in full for the second consecutive day on Thursday. Although he should be active for Week 14 and Houston has yet to officially name a starter, the expectation is that Davis Mills will get the nod. The 32-year-old Taylor went 60-for-106 with just 550 passing yards, two […]

Jets Cut Matt Ammendola, Sign Alex Kessman

New York Jets kicker Matt Ammendola was released on Saturday. He'll be replaced on the active roster by Alex Kessman as the team looks for a change in the kicking game. Through 11 games, Ammendola, a rookie, made 14 of 15 extra points but just 13 of 19 field goals (including zero of three from […]

Austin Walter Elevated To Active Roster

New York Jets running back Austin Walter was elevated from the practice squad to the active roster ahead of Sunday's game against the Eagles. The 25-year-old logged his first touches of the season last week, ultimately finishing with nine rushes, 38 yards, and a touchdown. Although he remains the third-string back behind Tevin Coleman and […]

DeSean Jackson Expected To Play Sunday

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver DeSean Jackson (groin) is expected to suit up against Washington on Sunday afternoon, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The veteran deep threat hauled in three of four targets for 102 yards and a touchdown against the Cowboys on Thanksgiving Day. Jackson's big-play upside makes him a respectable FLEX […]

Josh Jacobs Expected To Play In Week 13

Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs (ankle) is expected to play in Week 13, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The 23-year-old was limited in practice on Thursday and Friday before drawing a "questionable" tag. Through nine contests this season, Jacobs has posted 420 rushing yards, six rushing touchdowns, and 198 receiving yards. […]

Odell Beckham Jr. Heading For Bigger Role In Week 13

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (hip) is expected to play against the Jaguars on Sunday despite being listed as questionable, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The 29-year-old has appeared in two games since signing with Los Angeles. During this time, he has caught seven passes for 99 yards, though the […]

David Johnson Unlikely To Play In Week 13

Houston Texans running back David Johnson (thigh, illness) is not expected to play against the Colts on Sunday, reports Adam Schefter of ESPN. This is hardly a surprise considering Johnson did not practice this week. With the 29-year-old set for the inactive list, Houston will deploy Rex Burkhead as its starter, followed by Royce Freeman […]

Danny Amendola Lands On Injured Reserve

Houston Texans wide receiver Danny Amendola (knee) has been placed on Injured Reserve after undergoing arthroscopic knee surgery this past week. The 36-year-old is expected to miss four to six weeks. Through seven games this season, he caught 17 passes for 135 yards and one touchdown. He's not on the fantasy radar whatsoever.

James Robinson Trying To Play On Sunday

Jacksonville Jaguars running back James Robinson (heel, knee) plans to try to play against the Rams on Sunday. Adam Schefter of ESPN notes that the second-year back "has been hobbled for weeks now, but was feeling better Saturday." Through 10 games this year, Robinson has posted 654 rushing yards, seven rushing touchdowns, and 198 receiving […]

Rams Pessimistic About Darrell Henderson's Week 13 Status

Los Angeles Rams running back Darrell Henderson (thigh) likely faces an uphill battle to play against the Jaguars on Sunday. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, the team will evaluate his injury pregame but "is not optimistic about him being able to play." Assuming Henderson does miss his second game of 2021, the Rams will […]

Clyde Edwards-Helaire Expected To Suit Up For SNF

Kansas City Chiefs running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire (illness) is expected to play against the Broncos on Sunday despite being listed as questionable, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. The 22-year-old returned from injury in Week 11 and had a strong performance, rushing 12 times for 63 yards and a touchdown while also hauling in both […]

Kyler Murray Expected To Play On Sunday

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (ankle) is expected to start against the Bears on Sunday, reports Adam Schefter of ESPN. He had been listed as questionable. Murray ultimately missed three games and was given extra time to recover thanks to the Cardinals' conveniently-positioned bye in Week 12. Through eight games this season, the 24-year-old star […]

DeAndre Hopkins Likely To Play Sunday, Could Be Used Sparingly

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (hamstring) is likely to play in Week 13 but could be used sparingly due to his injury and concerns about the weather conditions, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. It's hard to tell exactly what type of role Hopkins will have, but the lack of clarity certainly drops him into […]

Kadarius Toney Not Playing In Week 12

New York Giants wide receiver Kadarius Toney (quad), who was listed as doubtful heading into the weekend, will indeed be inactive for Sunday's game against the Eagles, confirms Dan Duggan of The Athletic. Toney was unable to practice all week, so his absence is not surprising. The Giants will be without Toney and Sterling Shepard […]

Kyle Rudolph Won't Play In Week 12

New York Giants tight end Kyle Rudolph (ankle) is listed as doubtful and won't play in Sunday's game against the Eagles, confirms Dan Duggan of The Athletic. Rudolph has caught a pass in nine of 10 games this season and will miss his first contest since joining New York. Interestingly, despite both Rudolph and Kaden […]

Hunter Henry Expected To Play On Sunday

New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry (neck) is listed as questionable but should be active for Sunday's game against the Titans, reports NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Henry has been a touchdown machine this season, finding paydirt seven times over seven games from Weeks 4 to 10. The former Charger will continue to serve as […]

Rhamondre Stevenson Suiting Up In Week 12

New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson (knee) is expected to play against the Titans on Sunday despite being listed as questionable, according to a report from Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Stevenson has emerged as a talented back as of late and has drastically taken a chunk of the touches that previously belonged to […]

Damien Harris Will Play Versus Tennessee

New England Patriots running back Damien Harris (neck) is expected to play against the Titans on Sunday, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Harris was listed as questionable but should suit up. Of course, the 24-year-old will have competition from rookie Rhamondre Stevenson (knee), who has emerged as a talented runner. This backfield is likely […]

Donovan Peoples-Jones Will Play In Week 12

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Donovan Peoples-Jones (groin) is expected to play on Sunday night despite being listed as questionable, according to a report from Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The 22-year-old is hard to trust in fantasy football, but he does have big-play upside and has totaled 273 yards and three touchdowns over his last […]

Cordarrelle Patterson "Feeling Much Better" But Remains Game-Time Call

Atlanta Falcons playmaker Cordarrelle Patterson (ankle) is "feeling much better" but remains a true-game time decision, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Patterson missed last Thursday's game against the Patriots, and although he has had 10 days to recover, Atlanta wants to ensure "they are smart about it." Fantasy managers will have an official word […]

CeeDee Lamb Will Return In Week 13

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb (concussion) is expected to return for next Thursday's game against the Saints, reports ESPN's Adam Schefter. Lamb exited Dallas' Week 11 contest and was inactive for Week 12 versus Las Vegas. The 22-year-old has totaled 50 catches for 740 yards and six touchdowns through 10 games this season. As […]

Elijah Mitchell Expected To Play In Week 12

San Francisco 49ers running back Elijah Mitchell (rib, finger) is expected to be active for Sunday's game against the Vikings, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. Mitchell suffered the injury in Week 10 and did not suit up against the Jaguars last week. Through seven games, the rookie has totaled 633 scrimmage yards and three […]