December 5, 2025
Vancouver Canucks defenseman Pierre-Olivier Joseph (illness) won't play on Friday night against the Utah Mammoth. After making two consecutive appearances, Joseph is forced to exit the lineup due to illness. The 26-year-old has been a bit-part player for the Canucks all season, making 11 appearances. He has recorded one assist, 10 shots, eight blocks, and four hits. Elias Pettersson will return to the lineup after being a healthy scratch for a pair of games. Fantasy managers should ignore him, as Pettersson hasn't scored a single goal this season with 14 shots and has logged only two assists in 24 outings.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 5, 2025
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver
Parker Washington (hip) was limited in practice for the second straight day on Friday and is officially questionable to play this Sunday against the division-rival Indianapolis Colts in Week 14. Washington injured his hip in the first half of Sunday's victory over the Tennessee Titans and did not practice on Wednesday. Even if the 23-year-old gets the green light to play in a big divisional clash this weekend, fantasy managers shouldn't consider him much more than a low-upside WR4/flex option now that
Brian Thomas Jr. has returned from an ankle sprain that kept him out for multiple weeks. Before getting injured last week, Washington caught only one pass on three targets for 26 yards. If Washington is ruled out on Sunday,
Tim Patrick would likely operate as the Jags' WR3 behind Thomas and
Jakobi Meyers. Washington has been outside the top 50 wideouts in half-PPR points per game in 2025 at 7.4.
--Keith HernandezSource: Jacksonville Jaguars
December 5, 2025
Vancouver Canucks left wing Evander Kane (forearm, illness) is doubtful to play on Friday against the Utah Mammoth. He suffered a skate cut on his forearm during Tuesday's loss to the Colorado Avalanche and couldn't practice on Thursday and Friday due to illness. Kane is averaging nearly two hits per game and has contributed five goals and nine assists in 27 appearances. While Kane's absence would be a blow for the team, Vancouver's attack will get a boost on Friday night with the return of Conor Garland (upper body).
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 5, 2025
Utah Jazz center
Jusuf Nurkic (right rib contusion) is questionable to play Friday night when his team visits the New York Knicks. The veteran center already sat out of Thursday night's game against Brooklyn. Nurkic started for the Jazz throughout November after
Walker Kessler (shoulder) was ruled out for the season. The 31-year-old averaged eight points, 10.1 rebounds, and 4.6 assists across his 14 starts last month.
Kyle Filipowski picked up the start in Nurkic's place on Thursday and would likely do so again if Nurkic can't play.
Kevin Love, who rested on Thursday, will also be available to eat up frontcourt minutes.
--Andrew BallSource: Utah Jazz
December 5, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver
Quentin Johnston (shoulder) was a full participant in Friday's practice after being limited on Thursday due to a shoulder injury. Barring a setback at Saturday's practice, Johnston should be cleared to play in Week 14 against the visiting Philadelphia Eagles on Monday Night Football. The 24-year-old found the end zone for the seventh time this year in Sunday's win over the Las Vegas Raiders, but he had only three catches for 23 yards. Johnston scored four times in the first four games of 2025, but he's cooled off in the second half. He has been skunked twice in the last five weeks and has gone over 50 receiving yards just once in the last seven contests. The Eagles present a middle-of-the-road matchup for the Chargers' receivers, but with quarterback
Justin Herbert trying to play through a broken left hand, Johnston is setting up as a boom/bust WR3/flex for fantasy managers.
--Keith HernandezSource: Los Angeles Chargers
December 5, 2025
Vancouver Canucks right wing Conor Garland (upper body) will rejoin the lineup on Friday against the Utah Mammoth. He has missed two games due to an upper-body injury. Garland is projected to start the contest as the partner of Brock Boeser and Max Sasson on the second line. He will skate on the second power-play unit. So far this season, Garland has produced 15 points (six goals, nine assists) in 21 outings, firing 54 shots on the net. After recording points in each of his last two appearances, Garland has an opportunity to post his second three-game scoring streak of the season.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 5, 2025
Miami Heat guard
Tyler Herro (toe) won't play Friday night when the team visits the Orlando Magic. The All-Star told reporters he's taking it "day by day right now" as he manages irritation and pain in his right big toe. Herro has played in just five games this year, making his season debut on November 24th after offseason surgery. He scored at least 20 points in all five of those games.
Norman Powell (ankle) will play after missing Wednesday's loss to the Mavericks. He will be tasked with handling the bulk of Miami's scoring.
--Andrew BallSource: Marc Stein
December 5, 2025
Dallas Stars defenseman Thomas Harley (lower body) will remain out for an 11th consecutive game on Friday against the San Jose Sharks. However, Stars head coach Glen Gulutzan delivered some good news on Friday morning, noting that Harley could return to action next week. Nils Lundkvist (lower body) might also be back on the Dallas' blue line next week. Due to injuries, Vladislav Kolyachonok and Ilya Lyubushkin are working as the second defensive pairing for the Stars. Meanwhile, Kyle Capobianco has received opportunities on the second power-play unit. He has notched four points (one goal, three assists) across the past seven games.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 5, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback
Justin Herbert (hand) was listed as a limited participant in practice again on Friday, according to the team. Herbert suffered a metacarpal fracture in his left (non-throwing) hand in the Week 13 win over the Las Vegas Raiders and had a plate and screws put into his hand on Monday to stabilize the fracture. The 27-year-old plans to play in Week 14 against the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday Night Football, but he could carry a questionable designation into that contest if he cannot upgrade to a full practice on Saturday. Herbert should be active on Monday, even if he doesn't practice in full this week. Behind a porous offensive line in a matchup against a strong Philly defensive line, though, Herbert could find himself without much time to throw the football. Herbert should be considered more of a high-end QB2 in fantasy this week.
--Keith HernandezSource: Los Angeles Chargers
December 5, 2025
Dallas Mavericks center
Daniel Gafford (right ankle injury management) won't play in Friday night's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Gafford reaggravated his ankle injury during Wednesday's win over the Miami Heat. He missed the two games prior with the ankle issue. With
Dereck Lively II (foot) also sidelined,
Anthony Davis will see plenty of minutes at the center position. He's averaged 24.5 points, 15 rebounds, four assists, and 3.5 stocks in his last two games. The Mavericks play again Saturday night, when they host the Houston Rockets.
--Andrew BallSource: Kevin Gray Jr.
December 5, 2025
Los Angeles Chargers rookie first-round running back
Omarion Hampton (ankle) ditched his non-contact jersey on Friday and was upgraded to a full participant in practice, according to the team. Hampton returned to practice last week and put in four straight limited sessions (including Thursday) before being a full-go on Friday, which is a sign that he's on track to be activated from Injured Reserve in order to play on Monday night versus the Philadelphia Eagles. The 22-year-old former Tar Heel has not played since fracturing his ankle in Week 5. Hampton is feeling good and is trending toward a return in Week 14, but will he immediately have a workhorse role in the Bolts' backfield? The Chargers' coaching staff has hinted that he'll be in more of a timeshare with
Kimani Vidal in his first game back, which would make him a more volatile RB3/flex in fantasy, especially against strong Eagles defense.
--Keith HernandezSource: Los Angeles Chargers
December 5, 2025
Anaheim Ducks forward Mikael Granlund (lower body) will hop back into the lineup for Friday's tilt against the Washington Capitals. A lower-body injury has kept Granlund on the sidelines for 10 games. The Ducks are expected to use Granlund on the third line next to Frank Vatrano and Ryan Strome, who will re-enter the lineup following a two-game stint as a healthy scratch. Granlund has collected nine points (three goals, six assists) in as many appearances this season. However, his numbers are deceiving, as Granlund had a huge five-point performance against the Boston Bruins on Oct. 23. He has finished five of his nine outings without any points.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 5, 2025
Dallas Mavericks forward
P.J. Washington (ankle) isn't ready to return to the lineup on Friday when the team visits the Oklahoma City Thunder. This will be the fourth straight game that Washington has sat out. Veteran forward
Naji Marshall has started in Washington's place over the last three contests, averaging 15 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 4.3 assists. Washington's next chance to play will be Saturday night when the Mavericks host the Houston Rockets.
--Andrew BallSource: Brandon Rahbar
December 5, 2025
Washington Capitals defenseman John Carlson (upper body) will miss a second consecutive game on Friday versus the Anaheim Ducks. He exited the lineup earlier this week due to an upper-body injury, opening a spot for Declan Chisholm. In his return to action, Chisholm recorded an assist in Wednesday's 7-1 win over the San Jose Sharks. He will now attempt to score points in back-to-back games for the first time since December 2024. For the season, Chisholm has managed two assists in 11 games, failing to find the back of the net with eight shots on goal. Rasmus Sandin also benefits from Carlson's absence and has joined the second power-play unit.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 5, 2025
Chicago Bears second-year wide receiver
Rome Odunze (foot), who has already been ruled out for the Week 14 divisional tilt against the Green Bay Packers this Sunday, has been playing with a stress fracture in his foot, sources tell Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. Odunze needs some rest and is considered week-to-week, but the belief is that he'll be back soon. If the 23-year-old only misses one game, he'll return to a tough matchup next weekend against the Cleveland Browns. Odunze came out guns blazing to begin his sophomore season, scoring five touchdowns in the first four games. However, he's scored just once since and has been in a rut the last three games, with only seven catches on 21 targets for 102 yards while gutting through his foot injury.
DJ Moore, rookie
Luther Burden III, and
Olamide Zaccheaus will all have higher fantasy ceilings in Chicago's passing attack for however long Odunze is sidelined.
--Keith HernandezSource: NFL Network - Tom Pelissero
December 5, 2025
Charlotte Hornets guard/forward
Brandon Miller (shoulder) has been upgraded to probable ahead of the team's Friday night date with the Toronto Raptors. The 23-year-old was sidelined for the last two games with a left shoulder issue. That's the same shoulder that caused him to miss 13 games earlier this season. His anticipated return likely means rookie guard
Sion James moves back to the bench. Miller is averaging 17 points, two rebounds, and three assists in 25 minutes of play in his six appearances this season.
--Andrew BallSource: Rod Boone - The Charlotte Observer
December 5, 2025
Green Bay Packers running back
MarShawn Lloyd (calf) has been ruled out and will not come off Injured Reserve to play on Sunday at Lambeau Field against the division-rival Chicago Bears in Week 14, according to the team. Lloyd finally returned to practice for the first time earlier this week, but he's not ready to play in games just yet. The 24-year-old former third-round pick in 2024 out of USC hasn't played at all this season and managed to suit up in just one game in his rookie campaign last year due to injuries. He has reportedly put in plenty of time and effort to get his body right so that he can hopefully put his injuries in the rearview mirror for good. The Packers had high hopes for Lloyd when they drafted him, but he just hasn't been able to stay on the field. It's unclear how much more time he'll need, but when he is activated from IR, he'll merely be vying for a backup role alongside
Emanuel Wilson and
Chris Brooks behind starter
Josh Jacobs.
--Keith HernandezSource: Green Bay Packers
December 5, 2025
Philadelphia 76ers forward
Paul George (injury management) will play on Friday night when his team visits the Milwaukee Bucks. The veteran forward has intermittently missed games after sitting out the first 12 games of the season. The 76ers are on the second night of a back-to-back; however, George did not play in Thursday's win over Golden State. George is seeing about 22 minutes of action in his six appearances (all starts) this year, averaging 13.5 points, 4.8 rebounds, 2.8 assists, and 1.8 steals per game.
--Andrew BallSource: Adam Aaronson
December 5, 2025
Green Bay Packers rookie wide receiver
Matthew Golden (wrist) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the divisional-rival Chicago Bears. Golden was limited for the third straight day on Friday and is in danger of missing his third consecutive game. The rookie first-rounder has dealt with multiple injuries this year, missing time with a shoulder injury as well. It's been a disappointing first season for the speedy wideout, as he's recorded only 24 receptions for 286 yards on 32 targets, and he is still looking for his first career touchdown through nine games. He has yet to see consistent playing time with Green Bay having multiple other capable pass-catchers, and it will only get tougher with the eventual return of
Jayden Reed (shoulder, foot). Golden is a risky fantasy option if he is able to play in Week 14.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Green Bay Packers
December 5, 2025
Houston Rockets center
Alperen Sengun (illness) is a late addition to the team's injury report ahead of their Friday night contest against the Phoenix Suns. He's officially listed as questionable as the team waits to see if he can battle through his illness. The 23-year-old All-Star has started all 19 games for the Rockets this season, averaging career-high marks in points (23.1) and assists (7.1), along with 9.1 rebounds. If Sengun is unable to play,
Steven Adams and
Clint Capela will man the paint for the Rockets.
--Andrew BallSource: NBA Injury Report
December 5, 2025
Green Bay Packers wide receiver
Jayden Reed (shoulder, foot) is listed as questionable for Sunday's divisional matchup against the Chicago Bears, according to the team's official website. Reed was a limited participant every day in practice for the second consecutive week, and it's still unclear if the 25-year-old wideout will be able to return from Injured Reserve on Sunday. The 2023 second-rounder suffered a fractured collarbone in Week 2 versus the Washington Commanders while also dealing with a Jones fracture in his foot that he entered the season managing. Upon returning, Reed will deal with plenty of target competition with
Romeo Doubs and
Christian Watson both having strong seasons, and he'll likely be on a pitch count in his first game back. He should be viewed as a touchdown-dependent, low-end WR3/flex in the Packers' passing attack if he is able to return in Week 14.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Green Bay Packers
December 5, 2025
Philadelphia 76ers center
Joel Embiid (knee, injury management) won't play on the second night of a back-to-back on Friday in Milwaukee. It's no surprise that Embiid will watch from afar, as he previously stated he may never play back-to-back games again in his career due to his knee. The former MVP has also only played in eight games this year while managing the injury.
Andre Drummond has picked up the start at center for most of Embiid's absences this season. Expect that trend to continue Friday night. Embiid is averaging a career-low 18.5 points and 5.4 rebounds in about 24 minutes per game this year.
--Andrew BallSource: Adam Aaronson
December 5, 2025
Washington Commanders linebacker Bobby Wagner (knee) is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Minnesota Vikings, according to Nicki Jhabvala of The Athletic. Head coach Dan Quinn spoke favorably about the veteran's chances to suit up in Week 14. "Coming back from an injury, there's literally nobody tougher... He's definitely built differently, so I'm encouraged for him," Quinn said. Wagner returned to practice on Friday in a limited capacity after missing Wednesday and Thursday, but Quinn seems optimistic that he won't need to miss any additional time. The 35-year-old hasn't been as effective this season and has gotten picked on in coverage at times, but he is still solid defending the run and leads the team by a wide margin with 115 tackles in 12 games this season.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Nicki Jhabbala
December 5, 2025
Cincinnati Bengals edge rusher Trey Hendrickson (hip, pelvis) has officially been ruled out for Sunday's matchup against the Buffalo Bills, according to the team's official website. The Bengals' best defensive player hasn't played since suffering a hip injury during Cincinnati's Week 8 loss to the New York Jets. Cincinnati's defense has been the worst in the NFL this season, allowing a league-high 31.2 points and 410 total yards per game. The 31-year-old Hendrickson was productive during the seven games he played, totaling four sacks and eight QB hits. He'll look to get back on the field for a big Week 15 game against the division-rival Baltimore Ravens as the Bengals look to make a late-season push in a weak AFC North. However, the possibility looms that Hendrickson will have season-ending surgery. The Bengals need another win this weekend in Buffalo to convince Hendrickson to postpone surgery until the offseason.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Cincinnati Bengals
December 5, 2025
Cleveland Cavaliers forward
Evan Mobley (illness) has been downgraded to questionable ahead of Friday night's game against the San Antonio Spurs. Local beat writers added they did not see the All-Star at shootaround on Friday morning. If Mobley misses the game, he'll be the latest on a lengthy injury report for the Cavaliers.
Jarrett Allen (finger),
Darius Garland (toe),
Max Strus (foot),
Sam Merrill (hand),
Tyrese Proctor (personal), and
Larry Nance Jr. (calf) have all already been ruled out. Mobley is averaging a career-high 19 points per game this season.
--Andrew BallSource: Chris Fedor
December 5, 2025
The Green Bay Packers' defense and special teams unit followed up their best fantasy outing of the season in Week 12 with a dud in Week 13, but they will look to right the ship against the division-rival Chicago Bears in Week 14. While the Packers continue to get to the quarterback with 32 sacks this season, they've tallied just six interceptions and five fumble recoveries on the season, good for just 24th in the NFL in takeaways. All in all, the Packers have been one of the more underwhelming fantasy D/ST options this season relative to their preseason expectations.
Caleb Williams has taken care of the ball with just five interceptions in 12 games, and adding the fact that the Bears are allowing the sixth-fewest sacks on the season, the Packers are a fringe starting option with a low fantasy points floor.
--Kevin TompkinsSource: RotoBaller
December 5, 2025
Green Bay Packers kicker
Brandon McManus has been a hit-or-miss fantasy option this season, but he'll look to put his best foot forward as the Packers host the Chicago Bears in a Week 14 divisional showdown. McManus has made all of his kicks in the past two weeks, booting home all four field goal attempts and kicking all six of his extra points successfully. However, he's been just a fringe option for fantasy managers, finishing as a top-10 kicker in two of his nine games this season. The Packers should get plenty of opportunities to score, but the weather for their game looks to be very cold, with flurries also in the forecast. McManus is a low-end fantasy play this week against Chicago.
--Kevin TompkinsSource: RotoBaller
December 5, 2025
Green Bay Packers wide receiver
Dontayvion Wicks (ankle) is off the injury report with three limited practices and looks to keep his run going after his best game of the season in Week 13 as the Packers host the Chicago Bears. Wicks is fresh off his Thanksgiving game against the Detroit Lions, where he was the overall WR3 for fantasy, notching 94 yards on six receptions while bringing in two touchdowns. While Wicks has been on the field much more in recent weeks, with at least 69% routes per dropback in the past three weeks, he's a bit behind in the pecking order for Green Bay's offensive production. Those in deep fantasy leagues may find Wicks useful as a flex option in the Packers' Week 14 game against Chicago, but typical 12-team formats may have more consistent fantasy options than Wicks this week.
--Kevin TompkinsSource: RotoBaller
December 5, 2025
Los Angeles Lakers forward
LeBron James (sciatica, foot) and guard
Luka Doncic (personal) won't be in the lineup Friday night against the Boston Celtics. James, who has only appeared in six games this season, is sitting out the second night of a back-to-back. Doncic is missing his second consecutive game. Guard
Marcus Smart (back) has also been ruled out. Expect
Austin Reaves to see massive usage with the other stars sidelined. He's averaging over 40 points in four games without Doncic this season. The Lakers' next game after tonight is Sunday night in Philadelphia.
--Andrew BallSource: Shams Charania - ESPN
December 5, 2025
Green Bay Packers wide receiver
Christian Watson has been far and away the best Packers' pass-catcher for the last few weeks and will look to put forth another strong effort in Week 14's divisional showdown against the Chicago Bears. Watson has been fantasy's WR10 since Week 11, with 16.3 fantasy points per game. Additionally, he's seen first-read target percentages above 30% in each of the last three weeks, leading the team all three weeks. Watson has an excellent matchup this week against the Bears, as they've allowed the 10th-most fantasy points to opposing wide receivers. Combining the solid matchup with Watson's recent utilization, he's a solid fantasy WR2 option this week against the Bears.
--Kevin TompkinsSource: RotoBaller
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