Lamar Jackson's Week 11 Status Up In The Air

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (illness) is far from a lock to play on Sunday. When discussing the former MVP's status heading into Sunday, one source told ESPN's Adam Schefter, "I'd say it's 50-50." Jackson logged a full practice session on Friday and did not carry an injury designation into the weekend, so it appeared […]

Cam Newton Can Compete For Starting Job In 2022

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton isn't merely a fill-in until Sam Darnold (shoulder) returns next season. Rather, Adam Schefter of ESPN writes, "Newton will have a chance to cement his status as Carolina's starter for the remainder of this year and potentially the 2022 season as well. If Newton plays well this season, he would […]

Sam Darnold Likely Done For The Season

Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold (neck) is likely done for the remainder of the year. The team placed the former first-round pick on Injured Reserve this past week and is "operating as if the quarterback will not play again this season," writes Adam Schefter of ESPN.com. Traded from the Jets to the Panthers this past […]

Colt McCoy In Line To Start On Sunday

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Colt McCoy should start in Week 10 due to Kyler Murray's (ankle) expected absence, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. This is the second straight week in which McCoy will be called into action. Last Sunday, he impressed against the 49ers, going 22-for-26 with 249 passing yards and one touchdown. He's a […]

Von Miller Won't Be Rushed Back

Los Angeles Rams linebacker Von Miller (ankle) won't be rushed back into action. In fact, ESPN.com's Adam Schefter reports that the Rams "will not play Miller unless the team believes his ankle injury is close to fully healed." Prior to being dealt from the Broncos to the Rams at the trade deadline, Miller had appeared […]

James Robinson Remains True Game-Time Decision

Jacksonville Jaguars running back James Robinson (heel) is a true game-time decision for Sunday's game against the Colts, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The 2020 undrafted free agent did not play last Sunday and missed practice this past Wednesday, but he was able to log limited sessions on Thursday and Friday. He has […]

Ryan Fitzpatrick Not Expected To Return This Season

Washington Football Team quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (hip) is not expected to return in 2021, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The veteran quarterback exited Week 1 and hasn't taken the field since then. Rapoport writes that Fitzpatrick "is dealing with swelling and pain in the hip and groin area." He also notes that the 38-year-old […]

Patrick Surtain II Expected To Play In Week 10

Denver Broncos cornerback Patrick Surtain II (knee) "is trending in the right direction to play" in Week 10, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The rookie did not practice on Wednesday or Thursday, though he logged a limited session on Friday. Rapoport also adds that Surtain participated in Saturday's walk-through. He has appeared in […]

Tim Patrick On Track To Play In Week 10

Denver Broncos wide receiver Tim Patrick (knee) "should play" on Sunday despite being listed as questionable, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The 27-year-old missed practice on Wednesday before logging limited sessions on Thursday and Friday. Through nine games this season, he has hauled in 34 passes for 509 yards and four touchdowns. Although he's […]

Rondale Moore Expected To Play On Sunday

Arizona Cardinals rookie wide receiver Rondale Moore (neck) "should be OK" to play against the Panthers in Week 10, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Moore did not practice on Wednesday or Thursday before logging a limited session on Friday, so the fact that he should suit up is very good news. The 21-year-old has […]

DeAndre Hopkins Expected To Miss Week 10

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (hamstring) is not expected to play against the Panthers on Sunday, per NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. The star wideout's status will be confirmed during pregame warmups. He has appeared in eight games this season, catching 35 passes for 486 yards and seven touchdowns. With Hopkins, Kyler Murray (ankle), and […]

Kyler Murray Unlikely To Play On Sunday

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (ankle) is officially a game-time decision for Week 10 vs. the Panthers, but NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports that the team is "pessimistic" about his status. Additionally, he notes that "Murray wants to take it up to game-time and Arizona will give him a chance." Still, as of now, it's […]

DeSean Jackson Meets With Raiders, Could Sign By Monday

Free-agent wide receiver DeSean Jackson had a Zoom meeting with the Las Vegas Raiders this past week, according to Mike Silver of Bally Sports. The veteran wideout could sign a contract as soon as Monday, but he hasn't made an official decision yet. Jackson was granted his release by the Rams last week. Through seven […]

Donovan Peoples-Jones Suiting Up On Sunday

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Donovan Peoples-Jones (groin) will play on Sunday despite being listed as questionable, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. He's in line for an expanded workload with Odell Beckham Jr. inactive and expected to be released. Drafted last year, Peoples-Jones hauled in nine passes for 171 yards and two touchdowns in Weeks […]

Kenny Golladay Expected To Play On Sunday

New York Giants wide receiver Kenny Golladay (knee) had a "good week of practice and is expected to play" against the Raiders on Sunday, per Jordan Raanan of ESPN. Golladay hasn't suited up since Week 5 when he was unable to haul in any of his three targets. The 28-year-old has totaled just 17 catches […]

Sam Darnold Will Be Active, Might Not Start

Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold (concussion) has been cleared to play this week and will be active against the Patriots. However, according to NFL.com's Ian Rapoport, there is still a legitimate possibility that Darnold does not start and instead backs up P.J. Walker. Regardless of Darnold's status, neither quarterback is worth starting in fantasy football […]

Jaguars Don't Sound Optimistic About James Robinson In Week 9

Jacksonville Jaguars running back James Robinson (ankle) is likely facing an uphill battle. ESPN's Adam Schefter reports that the Jaguars "don't sound optimistic that Robinson will play Sunday." The team will wait to make an official decision until 11:30 a.m. Eastern and Robinson's pain threshold will likely play a large role in his status. Assuming […]

A.J. Brown Expected To Play On Sunday

Tennessee Titans wide receiver A.J. Brown (knee) "should be fine" for Sunday's game against the Rams, per Ian Rapoport of NFL.com. Brown missed practice on Friday, prompting the team to list him as questionable heading into the weekend. The 24-year-old has been fantastic as of late, catching 25 passes for 379 yards and two touchdowns […]

Drew Lock Will Be Inactive On Sunday

Denver Broncos backup quarterback Drew Lock has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Cowboys due to COVID-19 protocols. The 24-year-old has seen limited action this season, throwing 12 passes for 113 yards, zero touchdowns, and one interception after Teddy Bridgewater suffered an injury in Week 4. Brett Rypien will serve as the Broncos' […]

Amari Cooper Suiting Up In Week 9

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Amari Cooper (hamstring) is listed as questionable but will play against the Broncos on Sunday, according to NFL.com's Tom Pelissero. Cooper has been steady this season, catching 38 passes for 495 yards and five touchdowns through seven games. With Dak Prescott returning to action, fantasy managers can feel comfortable starting Cooper […]

CeeDee Lamb Set To Play In Week 9

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb (ankle) is expected to be active for Sunday's game against the Vikings, per Ian Rapoport of NFL.com. He had been listed as questionable. Lamb has appeared in all seven games this year, catching 39 passes for 609 yards and four touchdowns. The second-year wideout, who has posted double-digit fantasy […]

Sammy Watkins Has Good Shot To Play On Sunday

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Sammy Watkins (thigh) "is considered a game-time decision with a good shot to go," according to NFL.com's Ian Rapoport. The veteran hasn't played since Week 5. Through the first handful of games this season, Watkins hauled in 18 passes for 292 yards but failed to find the end zone. His return […]

Odell Beckham Jr. Wants To Join Postseason Contender

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr., who will be waived on Monday afternoon, hopes to join a team that is in postseason contention. Before he hits free agency, he will be subject to a waiver process, during which any NFL team can put in a claim for Beckham and the $7.25 million that he […]

Jalen Ramsey Suiting Up On Sunday

Los Angeles Rams cornerback Jalen Ramsey (knee) will be active for Sunday Night Football against the Titans. Although he had been listed as questionable, there was little doubt about his availability this week's game. The 27-year-old has racked up 43 tackles, two interceptions, and one forced fumble through eight contests. He has missed just five […]

Robert Woods Will Play On Sunday

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Robert Woods (foot) will play against the Titans on Sunday. He had been listed as questionable, but there was little doubt surrounding his status. The 29-year-old has hauled in 38 passes for 458 yards and four touchdowns through eight games thus far. He has posted double-digit fantasy points in seven […]

Von Miller Expected To Be Game-Time Decision

Los Angeles Rams linebacker Von Miller (ankle) is expected to be a true game-time decision against the Titans this week, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. He is currently listed as questionable. Acquired from the Broncos this past week, Miller has racked up 19 tackles and 4.5 sacks through seven games. When he returns, he […]

George Kittle Will Have Pitch Count In Week 9

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (calf) will play on Sunday after he was activated from injured reserve. However, he will "be on a pitch count" against Arizona and is only "expected to play roughly half the game," per Adam Schefter of ESPN. As such, Kittle falls into the low-end TE1 category. He offers […]

Deebo Samuel Will Play In Week 9

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel (calf) is expected to be active for Sunday's game against the Cardinals. Although head coach Kyle Shanahan said Samuel's injury has gotten worse this week, it appears the star receiver is healthy enough to play. He has truly been fantastic in 2021, hauling in 44 passes for 819 […]

Elijah Mitchell Will Be Active For Week 9

San Francisco 49ers running back Elijah Mitchell (rib) will play on Sunday despite being listed as questionable. The rookie has looked fantastic this season, averaging 92.6 scrimmage yards and 0.6 touchdowns per game played. Over the last two weeks alone, he has rushed for 244 yards and a pair of scores. With that said, a […]

Pessimism Surrounding DeAndre Hopkins' Week 9 Status

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (hamstring) remains a true game-time decision against the 49ers this week, but the team "doesn't sound as optimistic" that he'll play, according to Adam Schefter. We'll have official word on his status around 2:55 p.m. Eastern. If he doesn't play, Arizona would rely on Christian Kirk, Rondale Moore, Chase […]