T.J. Watt Questionable For Steelers Defense

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt (groin) was limited in practice all week and is listed as questionable to face the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 3. Watt's injury looked potentially serious in the Week 2 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders, but the fact that he was able to practice all week is a great sign […]

Maxx Crosby Will Have Big Impact In Week 3

Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby enters Week 3 primed to make his biggest impact yet this season. The third-year veteran has already registered two sacks for 12 yards and 10 QB hits through two games this season. He will have his work cut out for him this Sunday against a Dolphins team that […]

A.J. Terrell Ruled Out Against Giants

Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell (concussion) has been ruled out for his team's Week 3 contest against the Giants. Terrell sustained a concussion during the Week 2 game against Tampa Bay, and was unable to suit up for practice on Wednesday or Thursday. The 2020 first-round pick had looked impressive through the first two weeks […]

Week 3 IDP Fantasy Football Rankings

All fantasy fans have had that moment, where every yard in an otherwise meaningless game carries tremendous weight for your fantasy team. At that moment, you find yourself counting the inches to make sure the scorekeeper gets it right. Meticulous stat counting during games like these is common for overinvested fantasy fans, and it can […]

Jaycee Horn Suffers Broken Foot

Carolina Panthers defensive back Jaycee Horn (foot) suffered a broken right foot during Thursday's 24-9 win over the Houston Texans. The No. 8 pick in the 2021 NFL is expected to miss a significant amount of time. He racked up five tackles and an interception over three games in 2021. Horn is expected to be […]

Chargers Defense Could Be Without Joey Bosa

The Los Angeles Chargers defense already have a tough task on hand in Week 3 versus the Kansas City Chiefs and now could be without Joey Bosa (ankle, foot). Bosa has yet to practice this week with both foot and ankle injuries. The Chargers defense is already hard to recommend to fantasy managers with the […]

A.J. Bouye Among Panthers Inactives

Carolina Panthers cornerback A.J. Bouye was expected to return from a two-game suspension in Week 3, but he has been listed as a surprise inactive on Thursday versus the Houston Texans. Joining Bouye on the inactive list for this evening will be defensive end Yetur Gross-Matos, wide receiver Shi Smith, linebacker Clay Johnston, defensive tackle […]

Danny Amendola Among Texans Inactives

Houston Texans wide receiver Danny Amendola (hamstring) will be among the team's inactives in Week 3 versus the Carolina Panthers. Amendola has been dealing with a hamstring injury and is expected to be out past Week 3. Cornerback Justin Reid, quarterback Deshaun Watson, tight end Brevin Jordan, defensive back Terrance Mitchell, defensive lineman Jordan Jenkins […]

Jason Pierre-Paul Likely To Be Inactive In Week 3

Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Jason Pierre-Paul (shoulder) had a second opinion on his injured shoulder, and rest was the recommendation, according to a source. No final determination has been made, but it's unlikely that Pierre-Paul will play in Week 3 against the Los Angeles Rams. The 32-year-old veteran pass-rusher also missed practice on Wednesday. If […]

Harrison Hand Heads To Reserve/COVID-19 List

Minnesota Vikings cornerback Harrison Hand was placed on the league's reserve/COVID-19 list on Wednesday. It is unknown whether Hand himself tested positive for the virus or was deemed a close contact. Vaccinated players can return after testing negative for the virus twice over a 24-hour span while unvaccinated players who test positive must sit out […]

Keanu Neal Lands On Reserve/COVID-19 List

Dallas Cowboys linebacker Keanu Neal was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list on Wednesday. It remains to be seen whether Neal can get cleared in time to play in his team's Week 3 matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles, although they play on Monday night so he has an extra day. Neal did not test positive for […]

Lions Exploring Trade Options Involving Jamie Collins

The Detroit Lions are exploring trade options involving linebacker Jamie Collins, according to sources. The Lions have opted to go younger at the position, which means that Collins could be on his way out the door if Detroit finds a match with another club. With Collins reducing his salary on a restructured contract this spring, […]

Bradley Chubb To Undergo Surgery On Wednesday

Denver Broncos defensive end Bradley Chubb will undergo an arthroscopic procedure on his ankle Wednesday. Chubb suffered the ankle injury Week 2 and exited that contest early. With an expected recovery time of six-to-eight weeks, Chubb is a safe bet to land on Injured Reserve in the coming days. The Broncos have one of the […]

IDP Leagues - Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 3

As you rush to the waiver wire in Week 3 of this season, it's worth noting that pickings are slim on the offensive side of the ball. Despite multiple injuries to key offensive players, many waiver wires have been picked clean and the remaining backups don't profile as worthwhile investments. With the offensive end of […]

Cowboys Defense Set To Get Randy Gregory Back

Dallas Cowboys defensive end Randy Gregory is on track to be activated from the Reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday, per head coach Mike McCarthy. Gregory played more than half of the snaps for the Cowboys defense in a Week 1 defeat to Tampa Bay, adding a recovered fumble before missing their Week 2 win. To Gregory's benefit, […]

Kevin Minter Placed On The Reserve/COVID-19 List

Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Kevin Minter was placed on the Reserve/COVID-19 list Monday. It's unclear if he tested positive or came into close contact with someone who was infected. The 30-year-old primarily plays special teams and is the top reserve behind starting linebacker Lavonte David. Minter has racked up two tackles over both games in […]

Justin Reid Limited In Monday’s Practice

Houston Texans defensive back Justin Reid (knee) was a limited participant in Monday's practice. He exited Monday's loss to the Cleveland Browns early with a minor knee injury. The 24-year-old has racked up eight tackles (6 solos, 2 assists) and two interceptions over both games in 2021. Fantasy managers in IDP formats should continue to […]

Broncos Not Considering Injured Reserve For Bradley Chubb

The Denver Broncos are not considering short-term Injured Reserve for pass-rusher Bradley Chubb (ankle) at this time after he aggravated an ankle injury in the Week 2 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars that kept him out of the season opener. Chubb's injury is a fluid situation, and the team is still evaluating their options. The […]

T.J. Watt Has A Chance To Play In Week 3

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt (groin), who was knocked out of the Week 2 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders with a groin injury, has a chance to play in Week 3 against the Cincinnati Bengals, according to a source. Watt isn't guaranteed to be back this week, but this is a sign that he […]

Josey Jewell To Miss Remainder Of 2021 Season

Denver Broncos linebacker Josey Jewell is set to miss the rest of the 2021 year after an MRI confirmed Monday that he sustained a torn pectoral muscle during the team's Week 2 win over Jacksonville. Jewell combined for four tackles -- two of which came for a loss -- prior to exit vs. the Jaguars. […]

Brandon Graham Feared To Have Torn Achilles

Philadelphia Eagles edge rusher Brandon Graham is feared to have torn his Achilles against the San Francisco 49ers. The Eagles defense has looked really good in their first two weeks of the young NFL season, but Graham missing the rest of the season hurts. Though the 33-year-old is still an elite player, this injury could […]

Eric Kendricks Will Play Against Cardinals

Minnesota Vikings linebacker Eric Kendricks (quadriceps) is active for the Week 2 game against the Arizona Cardinals after being listed as questionable on the final injury report. The Vikings need all the help they can get on defense with linebacker Anthony Barr (knee), cornerback Harrison Hand (hamstring) and defensive end Everson Griffen (concussion) out against […]

Yannick Ngakoue Active For Week 2

Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Yannick Ngakoue (hamstring) is active for the Week 2 game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Ngakoue was listed as questionable after getting in a week of limited practice. The 26-year-old pass-rusher suffered the injury in the Week 1 overtime win over the Baltimore Ravens, but he'll be ready to go on […]

Tyrann Mathieu Will Play In Week 2

Kansas City Chiefs safety Tyrann Mathieu, who missed the Week 1 win over the Cleveland Browns after coming off the COVID-19 list, will make his season debut in Week 2 on Sunday night against the Baltimore Ravens. Mathieu has no injury designation and practiced in full all week. While the Chiefs defense/special teams isn't a […]

Ravens Defense Banged Up Heading Into Week 2

The Baltimore Ravens' defense is dealing with injuries to several starters. Cornerbacks Marlon Humphrey (back) and Jimmy Smith (ankle) are both questionable for Sunday. Meanwhile, defensive end Derek Wolfe (hip, back) has been ruled out. None of this is good news for the team's overall defense, which already has to face Patrick Mahomes during primetime. […]

Vikings Being Cautious With Eric Kendricks

Minnesota Vikings linebacker Eric Kendricks (quadriceps) is listed as questionable for Week 2 against the Arizona Cardinals after being added to the injury report on Thursday. Kendricks was limited on Thursday and returned to a full practice on Friday, so he should be good to go for this Sunday. "He's good. He's all right. We're […]

Vikings Defense Hurting Before Week 2

Minnesota Vikings linebackers Eric Kendricks (quadriceps) and Anthony Barr (knee) and defensive end Everson Griffen (concussion) did not practice on Thursday. Kendricks and Griffen were added to the injury report on Thursday, while Barr has missed practice the last two days. Kendricks led the league in Week 1 with 15 tackles after he missed the […]

Week 2 IDP Fantasy Football Rankings

Everything went according to plan in Week 1, right? No injuries to key pass rushers, no mysterious benching of a young WR without warning, and no goose eggs laid by defending MVPs? No late-night trips to a certain fast-food chain that tied you to your toilet and rendered you physically unable to claim Elijah Mitchell […]

Evan Engram Headlines Giants Inactive List In Week 2

New York Giants tight end Evan Engram (calf) headlines the team's inactive list in Week 2 versus the Washington Football Team. Engram was already ruled out earlier in the week with a calf injury, and his status for Week 3 remains unclear. Wide receiver Collin Johnson, cornerbacks Josh Jackson and Sam Beal and linebackers Justin […]

Darius Leonard To Miss Another Practice

Indianapolis Colts linebacker Darius Leonard (ankle, illness) will not practice on Thursday due to a non-COVID-19-related illness. Leonard is looking very questionable to play in Week 2 against the Los Angeles Rams after he disappointed with only five tackles and a forced fumble in the season-opening loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Most fantasy managers are […]