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Jalen Coker Ruled Out for Sunday Night Football Vs. Lions
Carolina Panthers wide receiver Jalen Coker (quadriceps) has been ruled out for the Week 4 matchup against the Detroit Lions on Sunday Night Football, the team announced ahead of the game. Coker is dealing with an injury to his quadriceps and did not practice on Wednesday before logging limited practice sessions on Thursday and Friday. He entered the weekend with a questionable designation, but ultimately won't be able to play. Coker leads the Panthers in receiving with 18 receptions for 222 yards and two touchdowns in 2026. The Panthers also recently placed fellow wide receiver Xavier Legette (knee) on injured reserve. Carolina will lean on wide receivers Tetairoa McMillan and John Metchie III, tight ends Darren Waller and Tommy Tremble and others in the passing game.
Source: Carolina Panthers
Source: Carolina Panthers
Ladd McConkey Ruled Out with Foot Injury
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Ladd McConkey (foot) has been downgraded to out with a foot injury, according to the team. The team's No. 1 wideout was listed as questionable heading into this game with a foot injury and appears to have faced a further setback. Before exiting the contest, the pass catcher drew two targets but did not catch any of them. Fantasy managers should watch his status, as he could be in danger of missing Week 5. For the remainder of the contest, Tre' Harris and Quentin Johnston should see most of the targets from Justin Herbert.
Source: Los Angeles Chargers
Source: Los Angeles Chargers
Dak Prescott has Throwing Hand Wrapped After Sunday's Victory
Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott had his throwing hand wrapped after their thrilling victory over the Houston Texans on Sunday afternoon. Per Nick Harris of The Star-Telegram, the quarterback said he took off a cleat on his throwing hand and is trying to avoid further swelling. Prescott noted that he is "fine" other than that minor injury. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on this at the start of the week, but it appears Prescott avoided any serious injury. In their victory, the 33-year-old went 32-for-45 for a season-high 355 passing yards and a score. He added another seven yards on the ground. Prescott leaned heavily on CeeDee Lamb, who tallied 189 of those yards. Prescott remains a high-end QB1 in all formats ahead of a Week 5 tilt against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Source: Nick Harris
Source: Nick Harris
Jalen Nailor Ruled Out with a Concussion
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Jalen Nailor (concussion) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's contest against the Kansas City Chiefs with a concussion. Nailor did not draw a single target before sustaining the injury. Since catching three passes in Week 1, Nailor has brought in only two passes for a mere 25 yards. For the remainder of the contest, Brock Bowers, Michael Mayer, and Tre Tucker should operate as the top options for Kirk Cousins.
Source: Ryan McFadden
Source: Ryan McFadden
Rashee Rice Downgraded to Doubtful with Hamstring Injury
According to the team, Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice (hamstring) has been downgraded to doubtful with a hamstring injury. The team's No. 1 wideout suffered this injury in the opening frame and has yet to return to the field. Before exiting the contest, Rice did not draw a single target. Managers should pay close attention to this status after the contest, as he appeared to be in pain after suffering the non-contact injury. For the remainder of the contest, the Chiefs' passing attack should revolve around Travis Kelce, Xavier Worthy, and Tyquan Thornton.
Source: Kansas City Chiefs
Source: Kansas City Chiefs
Jeremiyah Love Sees Workload Decrease in Sunday's Loss
Arizona Cardinals rookie running back Jeremiyah Love saw his workload decrease significantly in their loss to the New York Giants on Sunday afternoon. The former Notre Dame standout entered Week 4 riding a breakout performance in Week 3, but saw his fantasy value take a massive step back on Sunday afternoon. Last weekend, Love ran the ball a season-high 21 times for 90 yards, caught five passes for 19 yards and a touchdown. However, this weekend, Love took just 14 carries for 63 yards, while No. 2 back Tyler Allgeier logged eight carries and punched in a touchdown. While this result is a major disappointment for fantasy managers, Love should still be expected to remain the lead back in this offense, even if his workload is limited at times. He still projects to hold high-end RB2 upside in a Week 5 tilt against the Detroit Lions.
Source: ESPN.com
Source: ESPN.com
Patrick Surtain II is Helped off the Field with Injury
Denver Broncos defensive back Patrick Surtain II (lower body) needed to be helped off the field by the training staff during Sunday's Week 4 matchup against the San Francisco 49ers. Surtain went down with a non-contact lower body injury late in the second half of this game. He looked like a calf or foot injury, but fantasy managers should get another update in the second half of this game. Before leaving, Surtain recorded four tackles in the first half. His absence will be a huge hole in this Broncos defense if he's not able to return in the second half.
Source: Chris Tomasson
Source: Chris Tomasson
Drake Maye Bounces Back in Huge Win
New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye came into Week 4 with zero touchdowns and three interceptions over his last two games. The 24-year-old rebounded hugely during Sunday's victory over the Buffalo Bills. He completed 22-of-37 passing attempts for 269 yards with three touchdowns and one interception during the three-point dub. The Pats were on the verge of losing this game until Maye charged down the field and connected with Efton Chism for a 23-yard touchdown late in the fourth quarter. This was a much-needed bounce-back performance for Maye. Fantasy managers can be hopeful that Maye can carry this momentum into next week's matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Garrett Wilson is Quiet in Week 4 Loss
New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson was unable to carry his momentum from Week 3 into this weekend's matchup against the Chicago Bears. Wilson was quiet with three receptions on four targets for 27 yards in the loss. It wasn't all his fault, as the Jets only possessed the ball for 17 minutes in this game. His four targets actually led the team, with quarterback Geno Smith only attempting 15 total passes. Fantasy managers should expect better days ahead for Wilson with a matchup against the Cleveland Browns in Week 5. Wilson should bounce back into WR1 territory for that one.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Emeka Egbuka is Barely Involved in Week 4
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Emeka Egbuka was expected to lose value with the change at quarterback, but the second-year wideout was non-existent on Sunday. Egbuka hauled in two of his four targets for 13 yards in the loss to the Green Bay Packers. The Bucs whole offense didn't look good with rookie Jalon Daniels under center. Egbuka saw a season-low four targets in the three-point loss. Tampa Bay has a quick turn around with a matchup in Dallas versus the Cowboys on Thursday. This offense looked a little better in the second half, but Egbuka might fall into flex territory until he builds more chemistry with Daniels.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Lamar Jackson Seen Leaving in Walking Boot
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (ankle) is considered day-to-day after exiting early during Sunday's win over the Tennessee Titans. The superstar quarterback was seen leaving the stadium with a walking boot on his left foot, per Brian Wacker. Head coach Jesse Minter seemed optimistic that Jackson would be fine for next week's matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. Before leaving, Jackson completed 16-of-21 passing attempts for 230 yards with two touchdowns and zero interceptions. He also rushed the ball twice for an additional 20 yards. Fantasy managers will need to monitor Jackson's progress throughout the week ahead of next week's matchup in Atlanta.
Source: Brian Wacker
Source: Brian Wacker
Rashee Rice Questionable to Return With Hamstring Injury
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice (hamstring) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Las Vegas Raiders, according to Sam McDowell. Rice had been on the injury report with a knee issue during the week, but he practiced fully all three days and entered Sunday without a designation. The hamstring is a new concern for Rice, who came into Week 4 with 13 catches for 190 yards and a touchdown through three games.
Source: Sam McDowell
Source: Sam McDowell
Lamar Jackson Considered Day-to-Day With Ankle Injury
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (ankle) is believed to be day-to-day after leaving Sunday's 24-18 win over the Tennessee Titans, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The injury will be monitored and treated throughout the coming week. Jackson did not return after halftime, with Tyler Huntley taking over for Baltimore in the second half. Before leaving, Jackson completed 15 of 20 passes for 222 yards and two touchdowns while adding 20 yards on two carries. Baltimore visits Atlanta on Sunday night in Week 5.
Source: Ian Rapoport
Source: Ian Rapoport
Tee Higgins Dealing With Abductor Injury
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins is dealing with an abductor injury, head coach Zac Taylor said after Sunday's 22-17 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, according to Charlie Clifford. Higgins was hurt after making a 19-yard catch late in the fourth quarter and needed attention from the training staff. He missed the next play but returned later in the drive, catching a pass on his first snap back. Higgins finished with 11 receptions for 157 yards, easily his best receiving total through four games. Taylor did not provide a timetable or any additional details on the injury immediately after the game.
Source: Charlie Clifford
Source: Charlie Clifford
Kyle Monangai's Fantasy Value Jumps After Week 4 Breakout
Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai just made this backfield much more interesting for fantasy managers. Monangai entered Sunday with exactly 10 carries in each of Chicago's first three games, then handled 30 of them for 146 yards and two touchdowns in the 23-12 win over the Jets. He scored from one yard out in the first quarter and found the end zone again from five yards in the third. The second score came after D'Andre Swift lost a fumble on Chicago's previous possession, and the Bears continued to lean heavily on Monangai the rest of the afternoon. Swift still had 15 carries for 58 yards, so this does not automatically make Monangai the unquestioned lead back going forward. It does make the split much harder to predict. Monangai matched his carry total from the first three weeks in one game and made the most of it, giving his fantasy value a significant boost coming out of Week 4.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
