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Only two weeks of the fantasy football season have wrapped up, yet there are already tons of high-profile names dealing with bumps and bruises. Our injury updates and reports for Week 3 as of Thursday, September 19, 2024, will give you the latest updates on key guys.
Some players on this list are at greater risk of missing Week 3 than others, but you never know who could be a surprising scratch on game day. Kenneth Walker, Cooper Kupp, CeeDee Lamb, A.J. Brown, Nico Collins, and more are banged up heading into Week 3. Fantasy managers should be ready to pivot should things go south.
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Kenneth Walker III Injury Update
Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III (oblique) did not practice on Wednesday. As the Seahawks prepare for Week 3 versus the Miami Dolphins, they're at risk of being without their star running back. The 23-year-old ran free for 103 yards and a touchdown during the Seahawks' season opener, but he emerged from Week 1 with an oblique injury and didn't play last week against New England.
First injury report of the week for Dolphins – Seahawks
Dolphins fans, here is proof that the injury report could always be longer pic.twitter.com/m2cArDcJEq
— Marcel Louis-Jacques (@Marcel_LJ) September 18, 2024
When healthy, he's a low-end RB1 option. However, injuries have plagued his young career, and if he isn't able to get back on the practice field in the next couple of days, fantasy managers can expect another week of Zach Charbonnet leading Seattle's backfield.
Cooper Kupp Injury Update
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp (ankle) is not expected to go on injured reserve after sustaining an ankle injury during the Week 2 loss to the Arizona Cardinals. Kupp injured his ankle when a defender landed on him during a tackle late in the second quarter, forcing him to hobble off the field.
Rams placed OL Jonah Jackson and S John Johnson III on injured reserve, sidelining them for a minimum of four games.
There currently are no plans to place WR Cooper Kupp on injured reserve.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 18, 2024
He was later seen leaving the stadium in a walking boot. While this is positive news, as earlier rumors suggested Kupp could miss extended time, his status for Sunday's game against the 49ers remains doubtful. With Puka Nacua and Kupp likely to be sidelined, Demarcus Robinson and Tyler Johnson emerge as quarterback Matthew Stafford's top targets for Week 3 against San Francisco.
CeeDee Lamb Injury Update
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb (ankle) did not practice on Wednesday, according to Patrik Walker. However, this injury is not viewed as a serious concern and the star wideout is on track to start in their Week 3 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens.
#Cowboys injury report (Wednesday) vs. Ravens:
🔑 Jake Ferguson (knee) returned to practice in a limited capacity
🔑 Trevon Diggs DNP (foot)
🔑 Mazi Smith DNP (back) after leaving practice early
🔑 CeeDee Lamb DNP (ankle) but no indication there's any concernFull report: pic.twitter.com/mS3NowwHUI
— Patrik [No C] Walker (@VoiceOfTheStar) September 18, 2024
Fantasy managers should continue to monitor the Dallas practice report in case the 25-year-old has a further setback. After catching five passes for 61 yards in the season opener, Lamb enjoyed an excellent game on Sunday as he tallied 90 yards and a score against the New Orleans Saints. Lamb should be locked into all starting lineups and viewed as a high-end WR1 for the remainder of the season.
A.J. Brown Injury Update
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown (hamstring) did not practice on Wednesday. Brown picked up the injury during practice ahead of the Eagles' Week 2 game against the Atlanta Falcons. He has previously stated that the injury would likely cost him "a couple of weeks". As such, the lack of practice activity comes as no surprise.
Eagles listed WR A.J. Brown — who told @saltersl that he expected to miss a couple of games due to his hamstring injury — as a did not practice today.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 18, 2024
Unless Brown can ramp up his activity later in the week, it would appear that he is in line to miss his second game in a row. Hopefully, Brown's injury does not drag out too long. He was his usual self in Week 1 on his way to five receptions for 119 yards and a touchdown. Fantasy managers will be eager to get that kind of production back.
Nico Collins Injury Update
Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (hip/foot) did not practice on Wednesday. The lack of practice is worrisome considering there was no sign of injury during the Texans' Week 2 game against the Chicago Bears. It is possible that the lack of practice is more maintenance-related. Fantasy managers will need to keep an eye on Collins' practice activity throughout the week.
#Texans not practicing: Nico Collins (hip, foot), Foley Fatukasi (shoulder), Joe Mixon (ankle), Dameon Pierce (hamstring), Juice Scruggs (groin), Kris Boyd (hip), Jarrett Patterson (calf)
— Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) September 18, 2024
Collins has been a stud thus far in 2024. He leads the league with 252 receiving yards and has scored one touchdown. He has been every bit the player that fantasy managers wanted coming into this season. If Collins were to miss time, then wide receivers Stefon Diggs and Tank Dell would see a massive uptick in opportunities.
Josh Jacobs Injury Update
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs (undisclosed) was a limited participant in practice on Wednesday. The Packers did not reveal the nature of Jacobs' injury, although head coach Matt LaFleur downplayed the limited tag, telling reporters, "I think he'll be fine." Jacobs could just be getting some veteran rest after taking 32 carries in Sunday's win over the Indianapolis Colts.
Packers HC Matt LaFleur downplays Josh Jacobs only participating on a limited basis during Wednesday's practice.
"I think he'll be fine."
— Jason B. Hirschhorn (@by_JBH) September 18, 2024
That said, his status will be worth monitoring over the next two days as the Packers continue preparing to take on the Tennessee Titans on the road in Week 3. With MarShawn Lloyd (ankle) landing on injured reserve earlier in the week, Emanuel Wilson would be in line for a larger workload if Jacobs were to be inactive in Week 3.
Amon-Ra St. Brown Injury Update
Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (quadriceps) was a full participant in practice on Wednesday. St. Brown injured his leg during the Lions' Week 2 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The injury was never considered serious, and it is great to see that St. Brown should not carry any question marks into the weekend.
St. Brown has 14 receptions for 132 yards thus far this season. The Lions' passing offense has struggled to fully get going after an incredible 2023 season. With St. Brown not slated to miss any time, hopefully, the passing offense can get back on track this weekend. (NFL.com)
Deebo Samuel Sr. Injury Update
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. (calf) did not practice Wednesday after suffering a calf strain in Sunday's loss to the Vikings. Despite the injury, Samuel had a solid Week 2 performance, recording eight catches for 110 yards.
Deebo Samuel (calf) won’t practice today. Everyone else on the 53-man roster is full go, including Talanoa Hufanga.
— Matt Barrows (@mattbarrows) September 18, 2024
While reports suggest Samuel could miss multiple weeks, no official word has been given, and the team has yet to place him on injured reserve. All signs point to Samuel missing the Week 3 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams, with his status listed as doubtful. In his absence, fantasy managers can consider 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings as a potential streaming option for Week 3.
Aaron Jones Injury Update
Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones (hip) was limited in practice on Wednesday. Jones had a solid debut with the Vikings in Week 1 but was less effective in Week 2. He has 126 rushing yards and a touchdown to go along with seven receptions for 51 yards through two games.
#Vikings WR Justin Jefferson (quad) and RB Aaron Jones (hip) were officially limited in practice today, while WR Jordan Addison (ankle), RT Brian O'Neill (elbow) and edge Dallas Turner (knee) DNP.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) September 18, 2024
Jones has been dominant in his snap share over third-year running back Ty Chandler which should continue in Week 3. The hip injury is new. However, given that Jones was able to practice in some capacity on Wednesday, the alarm for fantasy managers should not be too high just yet.
DK Metcalf Injury Update
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (hand) did not participate in practice on Wednesday. The star pass-catcher bounced back from a quiet season opener by catching 10 passes for 129 yards and one touchdown last Sunday. Now, as the Seahawks begin preparation for Week 3 versus the Miami Dolphins, Metcalf is nursing an injury.
First injury report of the week for Dolphins – Seahawks
Dolphins fans, here is proof that the injury report could always be longer pic.twitter.com/m2cArDcJEq
— Marcel Louis-Jacques (@Marcel_LJ) September 18, 2024
As of now, it's too early to say whether he might miss Sunday's contest. It's possible Seattle is being extra cautious with Metcalf and just giving him extra time to rest or heal. On the other hand, it's always a concern when a player misses practice. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status as NFL Sunday gets closer. If he plays, he's a strong WR2 option.
Jake Ferguson Injury Update
Dallas Cowboys tight end Jake Ferguson (knee) was seen at practice today and participated in a limited capacity. This is a great sign for the 25-year-old who missed last week's game due to an MCL sprain. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor Ferguson's status heading into the weekend, but this is a promising sign that the Wisconsin product could return to the field on Sunday. In the season opener, Ferguson caught only three of his five targets for a mere 15 yards.
#Cowboys injury report (Wednesday) vs. Ravens:
🔑 Jake Ferguson (knee) returned to practice in a limited capacity
🔑 Trevon Diggs DNP (foot)
🔑 Mazi Smith DNP (back) after leaving practice early
🔑 CeeDee Lamb DNP (ankle) but no indication there's any concernFull report: pic.twitter.com/mS3NowwHUI
— Patrik [No C] Walker (@VoiceOfTheStar) September 18, 2024
However, he was a focal point of the Dallas offense last season and should be started in all standard leagues if he suits up. If Ferguson misses Sunday's game, Luke Schoonmaker will once again slot in as the No.1 tight end in Dallas and could be a solid TE2 given the six targets he saw in Week 2.
Josh Downs Injury Update
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs (ankle) was a full participant in practice on Wednesday. Downs had yet to take the field this season due to the injury. After previously stating that he plans to play in Week 3, Downs' official practice participation suggests that that is true. Downs is a talented young receiver for an offense that is growing together.
He recorded 68 receptions for 771 yards and two touchdowns in 2023. Downs is not someone you should start in Week 3 but he is worth a stash if you have space on your bench. Either way, he should substantially help quarterback Anthony Richardson as a short-yardage target. (NFL.com)
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