Is Rashod Bateman Playing in Week 9 Fantasy Football? Who Can I Replace Rashod Bateman With?

Is Rashod Bateman playing in Week 9 against the New Orleans Saints? How long will Bateman be out with his foot injury? Who should I replace Rashod Bateman with in fantasy football?

Baltimore Ravens WR Rashod Bateman's foot injury took a turn for the worse after suiting up for last Thursday's game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Bateman originally suffered the foot injury in Week 4 against the Buffalo Bills, missed Baltimore's next two games, and then reaggravated the injury in his Week 7 return. On a short week of recovery, Bateman logged a full practice on Wednesday and was given the green light to play in Week 8's matchup with the Bucs. Nevertheless, Bateman left the game early with one target, no catches, and devastating news.

Is Rashod Bateman playing in Week 9? Who can I replace Rashod Bateman with in fantasy football if he is out?

Is Rashod Bateman Playing in Week 9 Fantasy Football?

Rashod Bateman was ruled out for the season on Thursday. After originally downplaying the severity of the injury, head coach John Harbaugh announced Bateman will undergo season-ending Lisfranc surgery.

Bateman's breakout season was derailed by the foot injury. In the three weeks before Bateman's injury issues began, the second-year receiver from Minnesota was averaging 28.3 yards per reception and had two touchdowns.

Bateman can comfortably be deemed an invalid fantasy option for the remainder of the season. Devin Duvernay and Demarcus Robinson will see an uptick in opportunities within the Baltimore offense while Bateman is sidelined.

Who Can I Replace Rashod Bateman With For Fantasy Football?

Devin Duvernay is owned in roughly half of the fantasy leagues on Sleeper, ESPN, and Yahoo! Duvernay's versatility makes him a great fantasy replacement for Bateman. Duvernay has scored a rushing touchdown, receiving touchdown, and kickoff return touchdown this season. The 25-year-old should be the first replacement for Rashod Bateman.

Teammate Demarcus Robinson is another viable alternative. Robinson reeled in six of eight targets last week in relief for Bateman. The longtime Kansas City Chief is a solid fantasy asset after receiving a boost in opportunities.

If neither Duvernay nor Robinson is available to replace Bateman, look for Joshua Palmer on your waiver wire. Palmer is a top-two wide receiver for the Chargers with Mike Williams sidelined for the extended future. Rookies Wan'Dale Robinson, Alec Pierce, and Jahan Dotson are other options to replace Bateman.

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