Biggest Fantasy Football Busts of the Week - Fantasy Outlooks for Lamar Jackson, Bijan Robinson, Cooper Kupp, Travis Kelce, more

The ninth Sunday of the 2023 NFL season has come and gone. Hopefully, you woke up on Monday morning feeling very good about how your matchup went. However, this week's slate of games was certainly stress-inducing for many fantasy football managers. Part of that stress was caused by a group of players who drastically underachieved […]

JuJu Smith-Schuster Catches Season-High Six Passes

New England Patriots wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster caught six of seven targets for 51 yards during Sunday's loss to the Washington Commanders. He led the team in receptions and finished second to Demario Douglas in receiving yards. All eyes were on Smith-Schuster as he vied to become one of Mac Jones' new favorite targets after […]

Demario Douglas Leads Patriots Receivers Again

New England Patriots wide receiver Demario Douglas caught five of seven targets for a team-leading 55 yards during Sunday's loss to the Washington Commanders. The passing game was merely mediocre, but Douglas served as one of the few bright spots. The rookie seems to have taken over as Mac Jones' new favorite target after Kendrick […]

Hunter Henry Scores Touchdown In Productive Week 9

New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry caught four of seven targets for 39 yards and one touchdown during Sunday's loss to the Washington Commanders. It was a much-needed bounce-back game from Henry after he hadn't scored double-digit fantasy points since Week 2. It's too early to tell whether Henry might have returned to fantasy […]

Rhamondre Stevenson Breaks Off Big Touchdown Run

New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson rushed nine times for 87 yards and one touchdown in Week 9 versus the Washington Commanders. He also caught four of six targets for an additional 42 yards through the air. It was a big game from the 25-year-old, headlined by a 64-yard touchdown run in the second […]

Mac Jones Struggles Again In Week 9

New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones completed 24 of 44 passes for 220 yards, one touchdown, and one interception during Sunday's loss to the Washington Commanders. He also rushed for three yards and did not take a sack. If there was any week to start Jones, Week 9 seemed like a good one, especially against […]

Cam Akers Feared To Have Torn Achilles

Minnesota Vikings running back Cam Akers (Achilles) is feared to have torn his Achilles during Week 9 versus the Atlanta Falcons, according to head coach Kevin O'Connell. He exited during the second half and was quickly ruled out, finishing the game with 25 rushing and 13 receiving yards. This is a tough break for the […]

Christian Watson Suffers Myriad Of Injuries In Week 9 Win

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson suffered chest, back, and head injuries during Sunday's win over the Los Angeles Rams. He entered the locker room late in the fourth quarter to be evaluated for a concussion, leaving more opportunities for fellow receivers Romeo Doubs and Jayden Reed. Watson finished the day with just one […]

Rashaad Penny Active For Week 9

Philadelphia Eagles running back Rashaad Penny is active for just the second time this season. He'll suit up against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday with Boston Scott sidelined due to personal reasons. Penny's only game experience this season came back in Week 2 when he totaled 14 scrimmage yards. Given his role as the No. […]

Cam Akers Injures Ankle Sunday, Quickly Ruled Out

Minnesota Vikings running back Cam Akers (ankle) exited during the second half of Week 9 versus the Atlanta Falcons. He was quickly ruled out, finishing the game with 25 rushing and 13 receiving yards. The injury appeared to be quite serious, and NFL Network's Tom Pelissero speculated that the former Rams running back might have […]

Kendre Miller Questionable To Return In Week 9

New Orleans Orleans rookie running back Kendre Miller (ankle) is officially questionable to return in Week 9 versus the Chicago Bears. He departed in the second half after totaling one rush, one catch, and 31 receiving yards. This injury has minimal implications for fantasy football or the Saints' backfield. Jamaal Williams will continue to operate […]

Tyron Smith Active For Week 9 Versus Eagles

Dallas Cowboys left tackle Tyron Smith (neck) is officially active for Week 9 versus the Philadelphia Eagles. He had been listed as questionable after practicing in a limited capacity on Friday. The presence of Smith is key for the Cowboys as they look to compete with the NFC East-leading Eagles, and it bodes well for […]

Cordarrelle Patterson Returns In Week 9

Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson (ankle) returned during the second half of Sunday's game versus the Minnesota Vikings. He had been listed as questionable but made his way back to the sidelines before re-entering the game on offense and special teams. The veteran playmaker remains the No. 3 running back in Atlanta and can […]

Marquise Goodwin Won't Return In Week 9

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Marquise Goodwin (head) underwent concussion testing and has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Arizona Cardinals. He had zero catches on two targets prior to his departure. Depth receivers Cedric Tillman and James Proche should see more snaps for the duration of Goodwin's absence.

Andrew Thomas, Evan Neal Officially Returning Sunday

New York Giants left tackle Andrew Thomas (hamstring) and right tackle Evan Neal (ankle) are active for Week 9 versus the Las Vegas Raiders. Both players had been listed as questionable. Thomas makes his return following a seven-game absence while Neal is back after missing two contests. Getting both tackles back is huge for a […]

DeeJay Dallas Questionable To Return In Week 9

Seattle Seahawks running back DeeJay Dallas (shoulder) exited during the second half of Sunday's game against the Baltimore Ravens. He is officially questionable to return. The 25-year-old had not logged a touch prior to his departure, so his injury shouldn't prove to be too costly for the Seahawks or fantasy managers. Kenneth Walker III and […]

Jedrick Wills Jr. Carted Off With Knee Injury

Cleveland Browns left tackle Jedrick Wills Jr. (knee) was carted off the field while wearing an air cast during the second half of Sunday's game against the Arizona Cardinals. He will not return. This appears to be a severe injury for the 24-year-old, and a long-term absence of any variety would be a crushing blow […]

Jimmie Ward, M.J. Stewart Won't Return Sunday

Houston Texans safeties Jimmie Ward (hamstring) and M.J. Stewart (shoulder) have been ruled out for the remainder of Week 9 versus the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Both players had initially been listed as questionable to return before having their statuses downgraded. This is a crushing loss for the Houston secondary, which will now need mid-week addition […]

DJ Chark Jr. Active For Week 9

Carolina Panthers wide receiver DJ Chark Jr. (elbow) is officially active for Week 9 versus the Indianapolis Colts. He had been listed as questionable, though the expectation was that he would be able to play on Sunday. Indeed, the 27-year-old will be active, suiting up as Carolina's No. 2 wide receiver behind Adam Thielen. His […]

Ka'imi Fairbairn Ruled Out, Dare Ogunbowale To Handle Kickoffs

Houston Texans kicker Ka'imi Fairbairn (quad) has been ruled out for the remainder of Week 9 versus the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Running back Dare Ogunbowale is the team's emergency kickoff specialist, and he kicked the ball off to open the second half. It's too early to tell whether the Texans will attempt another field goal […]

Jimmie Ward, M.J. Stewart Questionable To Return Sunday

Houston Texans safeties Jimmie Ward (hamstring) and M.J. Stewart (shoulder) exited during the first half of Week 9 versus the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Both players are questionable to return. The two defensive playmakers had combined for four tackles prior to their departures. Look for DeAndre Houston-Carson, who was signed to the active roster this past […]

Zaire Franklin Officially Inactive Sunday

Indianapolis Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin (knee) is officially inactive for Week 9 versus the Carolina Panthers. This was widely expected after the team downgraded him to "doubtful" on Saturday. He has been a playmaker on defense this year, amassing 1.5 sacks, one forced fumble, and a whopping 102 tackles. In his absence, E.J. Speed should […]

Josh Downs Officially Active For Week 9

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs (knee) is officially active for Week 9 versus the Carolina Panthers. He had been listed as questionable but was widely expected to play. He will indeed suit up, ranking as a solid fantasy WR3 after totaling 23 catches for 315 yards and two touchdowns over the last four weeks. […]

Cordarrelle Patterson, Mack Hollins Questionable To Return

Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson (ankle) and wide receiver Mack Hollins (ankle) exited during the first half of Week 9 versus the Minnesota Vikings. Both players are listed as questionable to return. Patterson delivered a three-yard catch prior to his departure while Hollins hauled in three passes for 36 yards. Prior to his injury, […]

K.J. Osborn Carted Off Field, Ruled Out

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver K.J. Osborn (concussion) was carted off the field after suffering a serious injury during the first half of Week 9 versus the Atlanta Falcons. Osborn was on the receiving end of multiple concurrent hits from Atlanta defenders and was briefly motionless on the ground. Players from both teams were quite emotional […]

Khari Blasingame Evaluated For Concussion Sunday

Chicago Bears fullback Khari Blasingame (head) exited during the first half of Week 9 versus the New Orleans Saints. He is being evaluated for a concussion. The 27-year-old didn't touch the ball before departing but had offered steady protection for quarterback Tyson Bagent. Chicago doesn't have any other fullbacks on the roster, so look for […]

Tyquan Thornton Active For Week 9

New England Patriots wide receiver Tyquan Thornton (foot) is officially active for Week 9 versus the Washington Commanders. He had been listed as questionable. The second-year receiver could be in line for an expanded role after Mac Jones lost his top target, Kendrick Bourne (knee), to an ACL tear. Thornton isn't involved enough to justify […]

Richie James Won't Return In Week 9

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Richie James (knee) remains on IR and was not activated for Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins. He had been listed as questionable but will not play. The 28-year-old hasn't been healthy since Week 2, and now he'll have to wait at least one more week before he can make […]

Robbie Chosen Won't Play In Week 9

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Robbie Chosen (coach's decision) is a healthy scratch for Sunday's game against the Kansas City Chiefs in Germany. Chosen continues to be the odd man out when the Dolphins decide which receivers will play. The 30-year-old is off the fantasy radar in all leagues. In the meantime, Chase Claypool, Cedrick Wilson […]

Durham Smythe, Braxton Berrios Suiting Up Versus Chiefs

Miami Dolphins tight end Durham Smythe (ankle) and wide receiver Braxton Berrios (hamstring) are active for Week 9 versus the Kansas City Chiefs. They had both been listed as questionable heading into the weekend. Given that Miami's offense runs through Tyreek Hill, Jaylen Waddle, and Raheem Mostert, having Smythe and Berrios healthy won't necessarily be […]