October 24, 2025
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver
Calvin Austin III (shoulder) has missed each of his team's last two games due to a shoulder injury. However, he's been able to log two full practices so far this week and appears to be trending towards returning to the field in Week 8 against the Green Bay Packers. In four games before getting injured, Austin III recorded 10 catches for 139 yards and two touchdowns. Upon his return to the lineup, Austin III should slot in as Pittsburgh's WR2 alongside
DK Metcalf. Steelers quarterback
Aaron Rodgers has been productive this season, recording 1,270 passing yards and 14 touchdowns across six games. If Rodgers has another big game this week against Green Bay, Austin III could be one of the beneficiaries. In Week 8, Austin III profiles as a low-end flex option for fantasy managers in deeper leagues.
--Will BradySource: RotoBaller
October 24, 2025
Memphis Grizzlies point guard
Ja Morant (ankle) is considered questionable to play on Friday versus the Miami Heat. The oft-injured guard is currently on the injury report with left ankle soreness. Morant kicked off the new campaign in style, producing 35 points in just 29 minutes against the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday night.
Ty Jerome (calf) and
Scotty Pippen Jr. (toe) remain out against Miami, meaning the Memphis backcourt must rely on the untested duo of
Javon Small and
Cam Spencer if Morant can't play. Of the two players, Spencer had the better opening-night performance, finishing with seven points and two assists in 12 minutes.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
October 24, 2025
Cincinnati Bengals running back
Samaje Perine recorded a season-high seven carries in his team's Week 7 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers. The veteran back has been eating into the workload of Bengals RB1
Chase Brown in recent weeks, as Perine has logged at least 28 offensive snaps in three straight games for Cincinnati. Perine's upside remains limited, as he's recorded just 123 yards from scrimmage on 28 touches across seven games so far this season. However, the Bengals get a favorable matchup in Week 8 against the New York Jets, which helps Perine's fantasy outlook. Still, expectations for what Perine's upside should remain limited. He's currently ranked as RB45 by RotoBaller in half-PPR scoring heading into Week 8.
--Will BradySource: RotoBaller
October 24, 2025
The New York Jets could be without both star wide receiver
Garrett Wilson (knee) and rookie tight end
Mason Taylor (quad) in Week 8, as both players missed practice on Thursday due to injury. That would likely put veteran wide receiver
Josh Reynolds in position to be his team's top option in the passing game in a favorable matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. With Wilson sidelined in Week 7, Reynolds was targeted nine times, hauling in three catches for 29 yards. New York has yet to name a starter at quarterback for Week 8, and neither
Tyrod Taylor (knee) nor
Justin Fields projects to provide Reynolds with top-tier quarterback play. Still, the opportunity for massive target volume makes Reynolds a viable streaming option for fantasy managers. In Week 8 against Cincinnati, Reynolds profiles as a low-end PPR flex option in deep leagues.
--Will BradySource: RotoBaller
October 24, 2025
Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end
Cade Otton has emerged as a more consistent feature in his team's offense in recent weeks. Over his last three games, Otton has recorded 16 catches for 197 yards on 20 targets. Given that Tampa Bay will be without wide receivers
Mike Evans (collarbone) and
Chris Godwin (leg) for its Week 8 matchup against the New Orleans Saints and possibly longer, Otton could have an extended runway as one of the lead target-earners for the Buccaneers. In the three games that both Evans and Godwin missed in 2024, Otton recorded 22 catches for 193 yards and three touchdowns on 29 targets. He profiles as a low-end starting tight end option for fantasy managers in Week 8.
--Will BradySource: RotoBaller
October 24, 2025
Memphis Grizzlies guard
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (ankle) has been listed as questionable for their Friday night matchup with the Miami Heat. In their opening night win, Caldwell-Pope received the most minutes in the starting five and registered 15 points, four rebounds, three assists, and three turnovers while shooting 2-for-8 from the floor, 2-for-7 from deep, and 9-for-9 from the free throw line. If the 13-year vet can't suit up for this one, his minutes will likely be distributed over a wide variety of bench players. Nine players received 15 or more minutes in the first game, but fantasy managers could look to
Santi Aldama to likely receive the biggest bump in opportunities.
--Alex Fischbein - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
October 24, 2025
With star quarterback
Jayden Daniels (hamstring) out for Week 8, the Washington Commanders will turn to veteran quarterback
Marcus Mariota to make his third start of the season against the Kansas City Chiefs. Mariota has been reasonably productive across three games' worth of action so far this season, completing 60.3% of his pass attempts for 426 yards, three touchdowns, and two interceptions. The 32-year-old also remains a threat with his legs, as he's recorded 94 yards and a touchdown on 10 rush attempts. The Commanders have a tough matchup in Week 8, as they will travel to Kansas City to face the Chiefs. On the bright side, Washington could get back both of its top wide receivers in
Terry McLaurin (quad) and
Deebo Samuel Sr. (heel). Both wideouts practiced in full on Thursday after being sidelined in Week 7. In Week 8, Mariota profiles as a low-end starting fantasy quarterback in single-QB formats and a must-start player in two-quarterback formats.
--Will BradySource: RotoBaller
October 24, 2025
Miami Heat center/forward
Kel'el Ware (ankle) is listed as available for Friday's matchup with the Memphis Grizzlies despite dealing with an ankle sprain. The second-year big man didn't see too many minutes in their season opener as he fell behind
Nikola Jovic,
Jaime Jaquez Jr., and
Simone Fontecchio in the rotation. Ware showed some decent flashes during his rookie season, but head coach Erik Spoelstra has been vocal about the improvements he wants to see out of him. The former 15th-overall pick isn't much of a fantasy option outside of deeper leagues until he can receive more minutes on a nightly basis.
--Alex Fischbein - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
October 24, 2025
Minnesota Vikings running back
Aaron Jones Sr. returned in Week 8 from a hamstring injury that sidelined him for four games. The 30-year-old had a quiet game in his team's 37-10 Week 8 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers, recording five carries for 15 yards and hauling in two catches for 15 yards on four targets. It was a miserable night for the Minnesota offense overall, as it recorded just 164 yards of total offense. On the positive side for Jones Sr., he earned more total touches (seven) than fellow Vikings running back
Jordan Mason (five). That could change in future weeks when Minnesota has a more neutral or positive game script. Most likely, Jones Sr. and Mason will split backfield work relatively equally, making the Vikings' backfield a difficult one for fantasy managers to parse.
--Will BradySource: ESPN.com
October 24, 2025
Minnesota Vikings tight end
T.J. Hockenson caught two of three targets for 26 yards in Thursday night's 37-10 loss to the Chargers. After back-to-back games with six receptions, Hockenson took a step back in this game with his quietest performance since Week 2 against the Falcons. It was a struggle for the Vikings offense as a whole, as the Chargers dominated them up front. Veteran quarterback
Carson Wentz was under heavy pressure most of the night, and the team averaged just 3.1 yards per carry. The 28-year-old tight end tied
Jordan Addison for the second-most receiving yards on the night, which speaks to the struggles of the passing game. Hockenson will look to get back on track against his former team, the Detroit Lions, in Week 9.
--Kyle McCarthySource: ESPN.com
October 24, 2025
Cleveland Cavaliers guard
Darius Garland (toe) has been ruled out for Friday's contest against the Brooklyn Nets. The dynamic combo guard is still recovering from toe surgery during the offseason, but his return is on the horizon. While he remains sidelined,
Lonzo Ball will see some more minutes off of the bench while
Jaylon Tyson stays in the starting five. The lineup could be a bit different, however, if
De'Andre Hunter (knee) is upgraded from questionable. Ball and Hunter would be the top two options for fantasy managers looking for early streamers.
--Alex Fischbein - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
October 24, 2025
New York Knicks forward
OG Anunoby (ankle) is likely to play again on Friday against the Boston Celtics. He's still listed on the injury report with a left ankle sprain, but has picked up a probable tag. The 28-year-old had the same injury status heading into their season opener and played 38 minutes in the win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. Anunoby went on to post 24 points, 14 rebounds, two assists, three steals, and one block. He's a great start in any fantasy format if he's on the floor, especially if
Josh Hart (back) or
Karl-Anthony Towns (quad) are downgraded from questionable. If something happens and he doesn't suit up, look for
Jordan Clarkson and
Guerschon Yabusele to get some added minutes off of the bench.
--Alex Fischbein - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
October 24, 2025
Minnesota Vikings running back
Jordan Mason had only four carries for three yards and one catch for three yards in Thursday night's blowout loss to the Chargers. Mason was outcarried by
Aaron Jones Sr. as he made his return off injured reserve from a hamstring injury. Jones wasn't overly efficient on his touches either, handling five carries for 15 yards and adding two catches for 15 yards. It was a good matchup on paper coming into the game for the Vikings' ground game with the Chargers being ranked 28th in yards per carry and 31st in rushing touchdowns allowed, but Minnesota averaged just 3.1 yards per carry in the game. Mason and Jones will likely see a pretty even split moving forward, with Jones handling most of the pass-down duties. They will head on the road again in Week 9 for another tough matchup in Detroit.
--Kyle McCarthySource: ESPN.com
October 24, 2025
Milwaukee Bucks forward
Giannis Antetokounmpo (toe) is back on the injury report, but he should still be in the lineup on Friday. He's listed as probable while dealing with a toe sprain on his left foot. Over the last few seasons, Antetokounmpo's appearance on the injury report has been a common theme. Most of the time, he's listed as probable and goes to play as normal. If there's some sort of setback, however,
Kyle Kuzma and
Bobby Portis would likely see a boost in minutes. Kuzma would be the best option for managers looking for some scoring and rebounding as he'd probably move into the starting five in this scenario.
--Alex Fischbein - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
October 24, 2025
Minnesota Vikings quarterback
Carson Wentz completed 15 of 27 pass attempts for 144 yards with one touchdown and one interception in Thursday night's 37-10 loss to the Chargers. He took five sacks for a loss of 27 yards and fumbled, but was able to recover it. It was not a pretty game for Wentz as he clearly battled through the left shoulder injury that he entered the game with. The 32-year-old was under heavy duress for much of the night, with the Minnesota offensive line also missing multiple starters. And he also wasn't helped out by the run game, as the running backs combined for just 34 yards on 11 carries for the game. Wentz was able to at least provide decent floor games for
Justin Jefferson and
Jordan Addison, but it was a game to forget for the Vikings.
J.J. McCarthy (ankle) should be expected to be ready for Week 9's matchup in Detroit, but more will be known on his status in the coming days.
--Kyle McCarthySource: ESPN.com
October 24, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver
Keenan Allen caught four of his five targets for 44 yards in the team's 37-10 win on Thursday night over the Minnesota Vikings. Allen was coming off a vintage performance in Week 7 against the Colts, catching 11 of 14 targets for 119 yards and a touchdown. But the 33-year-old took a backseat to the young Chargers' playmakers in Week 8, with second-year wide receiver
Ladd McConkey leading the way with 88 yards and a touchdown, while rookie tight end
Oronde Gadsden continued his emergence with 77 yards and a score. The Chargers played from ahead for the vast majority of this game, leading to the running backs carrying the ball 36 times as they aimed to milk the clock for the most part. The 33-year-old wideout should bounce back in Week 9 as the Chargers face the Titans on the road.
--Kyle McCarthySource: ESPN.com
October 24, 2025
Atlanta Hawks forward
Zaccharie Risacher (ankle) has drawn a questionable tag ahead of Friday's matchup with the Orlando Magic. The former number-one pick was able to play in the team's season opener and registered 16 points, two rebounds, and one block across 21 minutes. Since then, he appeared on the injury report with a right ankle sprain. If he's forced to miss this contest,
Nickeil Alexander-Walker or
Luke Kennard could move up into the starting five, but both of them should see enough minutes to be streaming options in deeper leagues. Alexander-Walker would be the better option for managers looking for some added defensive numbers.
--Alex Fischbein - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
October 24, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver
Quentin Johnston did not see a target in Thursday night's 37-10 win over the Minnesota Vikings. Johnston has trended in the wrong direction after a remarkable first four games of the season, catching 22 of 36 targets for 337 yards and four touchdowns. The third-year wide receiver missed Week 6, but he has totaled just six catches on 10 targets for 70 yards and a touchdown in three games since, with Week 8 marking the low point. It was the first game of his career in which he was held without a target and the third game without a reception. The emergence of rookie tight end
Oronde Gadsden has made it difficult for all the Chargers' pass catchers to be involved consistently, and Johnston may be the odd man out. He'll look to bounce back in Week 9 when the Chargers go on the road to face the Tennessee Titans.
--Kyle McCarthySource: ESPN.com
October 24, 2025
Indiana Pacers guard
Andrew Nembhard (shoulder) was forced to exit Thursday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second quarter due to left shoulder soreness. While defending
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nembhard got his arm tied up and bent a bit further than it should have. Before leaving, Nembhard posted four points, four assists, one rebound, and two turnovers while shooting 0-for-5 from the floor and 4-for-4 from the charity stripe. After leaving,
Bennedict Mathurin and
Ben Sheppard received the most opportunities. If Nembhard has to miss any more time, these two would be the top adds in the meantime.
--Alex Fischbein - RotoBallerSource: Indiana Pacers
October 24, 2025
Kansas City Chiefs rookie running back
Brashard Smith played his highest snap share of the season in Week 7 against the Raiders and could continue to see his role expand in the coming weeks. Head coach Andy Reid spoke glowingly of Smith in Thursday's press conference, noting that "we're going to keep utilizing his talents." The star quarterback shared a similar feeling about the rookie running back, saying, "he's made a ton of progress." The seventh-rounder out of SMU handled a season high 19 touches for 81 total yards last week against the Raiders and figures to be a big piece of the puzzle in Week 8 against the Washington Commanders on Monday Night Football. Veteran running back
Kareem Hunt (knee) also missed Thursday's practice, which would open up opportunities for Smith if he is unable to go. He is a viable flex play in Week 8 with many teams on bye.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Around the NFL
October 24, 2025
Washington Capitals defenseman Rasmus Sandin (upper body) has been ruled out for Friday's contest against the Columbus Blue Jackets. He's nursing an upper-body injury that he suffered in Tuesday's 4-1 victory over the Seattle Kraken. On Thursday, Capitals head coach Spencer Carbery said that Sandin is considered day-to-day. In seven outings this season, Sandin has posted two assists, 10 blocks, and 16 hits. Dylan McIlrath and Declan Chisholm are the options to replace Sandin on Friday. Sandin's first chance to return will be Saturday's matchup against the Ottawa Senators.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
October 24, 2025
New York Rangers right wing Matt Rempe (upper body) suffered an injury during a fight with San Jose Sharks forward Ryan Reaves on Thursday. The two came to blows less than six minutes into the game after Rempe had spent just 19 seconds on the ice during his first shift. Following the contest, Rangers head coach Mike Sullivan told reporters that Rempe was being evaluated for an upper-body injury. This was Rempe's first fight of the season. In nine outings this campaign, he has recorded seven penalty minutes with one assist and 30 hits.
--Taavi PailkSource: ESPN
October 24, 2025
San Jose Sharks defenseman Nick Leddy (upper body) was hurt on his first shift in Thursday's clash against the New York Rangers. He exited the game following a hit by Rangers forward Will Cuylle. This season, Leddy has played in seven games, recording two assists and blocking ten shots. The Sharks return to action on Friday night against the New Jersey Devils, and Leddy should be considered questionable for the game. If he's unable to play, John Klingberg (lower body) may take his place in the lineup, provided he's ready to return from injury. Sam Dickinson is another potential replacement option.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
October 24, 2025
Anaheim Ducks defenseman Radko Gudas (lower body) played only a handful of minutes in Thursday's 7-5 road victory against the Boston Bruins. He suffered a lower-body injury in the first period and was quickly ruled out for the rest of the game. Gudas has delivered two assists in seven games this season and leads the Ducks blue line with 23 hits. If Gudas is unable to play in Saturday's meeting against the Tampa Bay Lightning, Ian Moore is poised to take his place in the lineup. Fantasy managers should leave Moore on the waiver wire, as he's had a very limited role with the Ducks.
--Taavi PailkSource: Anaheim Ducks
October 24, 2025
Carolina Hurricanes left wing William Carrier (lower body) will be forced to miss time after exiting Thursday's clash against the Colorado Avalanche early. Eric Robinson (upper body) didn't finish the game either, and Hurricanes head coach Rod Brind'Amour told reporters after the contest that both players will be out "for an extended period." Carrier operates as a fourth-line grinder, but has chipped in with one goal and two assists in seven games this season. He leads all Hurricanes forwards with 14 hits. Due to injuries on the front line, Mark Jankowski is set to enter the lineup, and Carolina is likely to call up reinforcements from the minors.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
October 24, 2025
Carolina Hurricanes left wing Eric Robinson (upper body) is facing an extended absence after leaving Thursday's clash against the Colorado Avalanche. A good night turned sour for Robinson on Thursday, as he scored the first goal in a 5-4 shootout victory. He has three goals in total for the season, as well as one assist through seven games. Carolina will also miss Robinson's physicality, as he has delivered nine hits this season. Additionally, the Hurricanes lost William Carrier (lower body) during Thursday's game, which means Mark Jankowski is expected to see regular playing time in the coming weeks. He is not considered a recommended option for fantasy leagues.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
October 24, 2025
Texas Tech quarterback Will Hammond, who started in a losing effort against Arizona State last weekend, is again expected to start this weekend. No. 14 Texas Tech will host Oklahoma State on Saturday evening. Hammond completed 22 of 37 passes for 167 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception. He also carried 15 times for 47 yards and a touchdown. Starting QB Behren Morton will be available for Texas Tech on Saturday in an emergency capacity.
--Mike Marteny - RotoBallerSource: Pete Thamel on X
October 24, 2025
Kansas State running back Dylan Edwards (undisclosed) is listed as out for the Sunflower Showdown against Kansas in Lawrence on Saturday. Edwards has suffered a variety of injuries in 2025, having only played one full game and parts of three others. This injury is undisclosed, as has been the case since he left the Iowa State game in Dublin in Week 0. Joe Jackson will operate as the lead back. He has 40 carries for 161 yards and seven receptions while starting the last two games.
--Mike Marteny - RotoBallerSource: USA Today
October 24, 2025
The Big 12's leading receiver, Arizona State's Jordyn Tyson (hamstring), is listed as out on the initial injury report for Week 9. Tyson leads the conference in receptions (57), yards (628), and touchdowns (eight). Tyson suffered a hamstring injury straight in the Week 8 win over No. 7 Texas Tech, but returned to catch a pass on the game-winning drive for the Sun Devils. Tyson has 39.3% of Arizona State's receptions this year. Derek Eusebio is the next leading wide receiver on the team with just seven receptions. Expect Arizona State to lean heavily on TE Chamon Metayer and sophomore receiver Jaren Hamilton in Tyson's absence against Houston.
--Mike Marteny - RotoBallerSource: Houston Chronicle
October 24, 2025
San Francisco 49ers quarterback
Brock Purdy (toe) is not expected to play in Sunday's Week 8 contest against the Houston Texans, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com. Specifically, Rapoport said that Purdy is "not quite yet" ready to return from his multi-game absence. The 25-year-old has been sidelined since Week 4 and has only appeared in two games so far, leaving
Mac Jones as the team's fill-in starter. Jones has been serviceable through five starts, completing 67 percent of his passes for 1,404 yards, six touchdowns, and four interceptions. He'll get the nod again in Week 8, while Purdy directs his focus toward a potential return against the New York Giants in Week 9.
--Andersen PickardSource: Ian Rapoport
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