Derek Stingley Jr. Questionable To Return

The Houston Texans said cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. (rib) is questionable to return to Sunday's matchup with the Jacksonville Jaguars. The former LSU star has been an elite corner for the Texans, so his absence likely will be felt for a Houston defense that has been fantasy-relevant. The Texans replaced Stingley with Tremon Smith, who […]

Calijah Kancey Could Return if Buccaneers Make Playoffs

Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Calijah Kancey (pectoral) could return this season, but likely only if the Bucs make a playoff run, according to NFL.com. The Bucs, however, likely would have to advance to the Divisional Round to see the star tackle come back. It's encouraging news for Tampa if the club can win the […]

Kalel Mullings and L'Jarius Sneed Active for Titans

Tennessee Titans running back Kalel Mullings (ankle) and cornerback L'Jarius Sneed (back) are active in Week 3 against the Colts. Mullings was limited in practice this past week and listed as questionable. He originally injured his ankle in Week 1's loss to the Broncos and was inactive in Week 2 against the Colts. The rookie […]

Jaylon Johnson Expected to Need Core-Muscle Surgery

Chicago Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson (groin) plans to fly to Philadelphia early this week to meet with Dr. William Meyers of The Vincera Institute, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. He'll receive a second opinion, but the expectation is that he'll need core muscle surgery, which would sideline him for an extended period of time. […]

Marcus Davenport Unlikely to Play in Week 3

Detroit Lions defensive end Marcus Davenport (chest) is unlikely to play in Week 3 against the Baltimore Ravens, according to Lions head coach Dan Campbell. Davenport suffered a chest injury during Detroit's Week 2 win over the Chicago Bears. Injuries have been a consistent theme of Davenport's career, as he's played in just eight games […]

Jaylon Johnson Placed on Injured Reserve, Out Indefinitely

Chicago Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson (groin) has been placed on Injured Reserve and has an indefinite timeline for return, per Ian Rapoport of NFL.com. Johnson missed Week 1 due to a groin injury, and then re-aggravated the injury while attempting to play through it in Week 2. The star corner will now miss at least […]

Kyle Van Noy, Nnamdi Madubuike Could Both Be Facing Four-Game Absences?

"Nobody should be surprised" if Baltimore Ravens defensive lineman Kyle Van Noy (hamstring) and Nnamdi Madubuike (neck) miss the team's next four games before Baltimore's Week 7 bye, according to Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic. Madubuike has already been ruled out for Week 3 due to a neck injury, while Van Noy has not practiced […]

Ravens Rule Out Nnamdi Madubuike For MNF

The Baltimore Ravens will take on the Detroit Lions this Monday night without defensive lineman Nnamdi Madubuike (neck), according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. Baltimore has struggled against opposing rushers, and the injury to the two-time Pro Bowler certainly won't help the cause against a strong Lions offense. Already facing a bottom-five fantasy defense against […]

Charvarius Ward Passes Concussion Protocol, Good to Go in Week 3

Indianapolis Colts cornerback Charvarius Ward (concussion) has passed concussion protocol and is expected to play in Week 3. Ward missed Week 2 against the Denver Broncos but practiced in full all week and is ready to go against the Tennessee Titans. Ward will match up against Calvin Ridley, who has gotten off to a slow […]

Jadaveon Clowney "Ready to Play" in Week 3

Dallas Cowboys pass-rusher Jadeveon Clowney is expected to make his team debut in Week 3 against the Chicago Bears. Clowney signed with Dallas last weekend following their dramatic win over the New York Giants. The former number one overall pick was arrested just days before signing his contract, but is not concerned about the repercussions. […]

Harrison Smith Expected to Play Against Bengals

Minnesota Vikings veteran safety Harrison Smith (illness) is expected to return in Week 3 against the Cincinnati Bengals. Smith missed the first two games while recovering from an offseason illness, but his return provides a much-needed lift for a defense that has stumbled out of the gate. After finishing as the No. 2 fantasy defense […]

Micah Parsons Could be Unleashed Against the Browns

For the first time since arriving in Green Bay, Packers edge rusher Micah Parsons (back) does not appear on the team's injury report. The Packers acquired the All-Pro pass rusher from the Cowboys in a deal that sent defensive lineman Kenny Clark and two first-round picks to Dallas, and for the first time since leaving […]

Micah Parsons No Longer on a Snap Count?

When asked if Green Bay Packers All-Pro pass-rusher Micah Parsons (back) is no longer on a snap count, head coach Matt LaFleur said, "We'll see." Parsons, who was listed as questionable on the injury report in the first two weeks of the season, is not on the injury report this week as the team prepares […]

Week 3 IDP Rankings for Fantasy Football (2025) - Defense Positional Rankings for LB, DL, DB

Through two weeks of the NFL season, no one would blame casual fans for wondering, "Does this year's rookie class stink?" After all, training camp stars like Matthew Golden are barely being used, while many top backs in the class have disappointed. Kaleb Johnson is a special teamer… and not a good one, while TreVeyon […]

Chargers to Put Khalil Mack on Injured Reserve

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh said on Wednesday that the team will put Pro Bowl pass-rusher Khalil Mack (elbow) on Injured Reserve, according to Kris Rhim of ESPN. The move means that Mack will miss at least the next four weeks after he suffered a dislocated elbow in the Week 2 win over […]

Taron Johnson Hopeful to Play Against Dolphins

Buffalo Bills cornerback Taron Johnson (quadriceps) is expected to play Thursday night against the Miami Dolphins, per Cameron Wolfe. Johnson sat out last week's game against the New York Jets with the injury, but returned to practice late last week and has been limited in sessions leading up to this matchup. His return is a […]

Ed Oliver Ruled Out Against Dolphins

Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver (ankle) has been ruled out for Thursday night's matchup against the Miami Dolphins. Oliver also missed last week's win over the New York Jets after suffering the injury in practice when he was stepped on. The veteran was a difference-maker in Week 1, forcing a fumble on Derrick Henry […]

Matt Milano Ruled Out Against Dolphins

Buffalo Bills linebacker Matt Milano (pectoral) has been ruled out for Thursday night's matchup against the Miami Dolphins. Milano suffered the injury during Sunday's blowout win over the New York Jets and, on a short week, won't be ready to play. The veteran has dealt with his share of major injuries in recent years, including […]

Khalil Mack to Miss a Few Weeks

Los Angeles Chargers edge rusher Khalil Mack (elbow) is expected to miss a few weeks after dislocating his elbow in Monday night's matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders. Mack exited early with what initially appeared to be a serious injury, but NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports it is not season-ending, and he should return later […]

Alex Highsmith Will Not Play Against Patriots

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Alex Highsmith (ankle) has been ruled out for Week 3 against the New England Patriots. Highsmith suffered a high-ankle sprain in the Week 2 loss to Seattle, and there was initial concern he might land on injured reserve. With the Steelers in London in Week 4 and a bye the following week, […]

DeMarvion Overshown Thinks He'll be Back by Thanksgiving

Dallas Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown (knee) speculates he could return before Thanksgiving. Overshown tore his ACL, MCL, and PCL in Week 14 of the 2024 season, a devastating injury that has kept him sidelined since. While the 2024 third-round pick has not yet resumed practicing, he's expressed optimism about his recovery and believes he'll be […]

Khalil Mack Won't Return Against Raiders on Monday

Updating a previous report, the Los Angeles Chargers announced that Pro Bowl pass-rusher Khalil Mack (elbow) will not return on Monday Night Football in the divisional matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders after he suffered an elbow injury in the second quarter. Mack was in significant pain when his elbow was caught between a teammate […]

Khalil Mack Questionable to Return on Monday With Elbow Injury

Los Angeles Chargers pass-rusher Khalil Mack (elbow) injured his elbow in Monday night's divisional clash against the Las Vegas Raiders in the second quarter and is questionable to return, according to the team. It was an ugly-looking injury that occurred when Mack's elbow was caught between a fellow defender and the Raiders player he was […]

Jaylon Johnson Likely to Miss Rest of the Season

Updating a previous report on Monday, Chicago Bears All-Pro cornerback Jaylon Johnson (groin) is likely to miss the rest of the season with a groin injury that will require surgery, sources told Jordan Schultz of FOX Sports. There is an outside chance that Johnson will be able to return late in the year if Chicago […]

Kyle Van Noy to Miss Multiple Weeks

Baltimore Ravens Pro Bowl pass-rusher Kyle Van Noy (hamstring) is expected to miss multiple games after sustaining a hamstring injury in Sunday's win over the Browns. Van Noy's 12.5 sacks last season led the team, and while the Ravens are hoping the injury isn't too serious, any time missed will be a blow to a […]

Jaylon Johnson Out Indefinitely With Groin Injury

Chicago Bears Pro Bowl Cornerback Jaylon Johnson (groin) is out indefinitely after aggravating an existing groin injury during Sunday's loss to the Lions. After missing all of training camp and the first game of the season, Johnson lasted only 20 plays in his season debut, exiting in the second quarter after breaking up a pass. […]

Shemar Stewart Week-to-Week, Avoids Major Injury

Cincinnati Bengals rookie first-round defensive end Shemar Stewart (ankle, knee) likely avoided suffering a major injury during Sunday's Week 2 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars. Stewart was seen on crutches postgame and is expected to be evaluated on a week-to-week basis. While the first-round pick's status for next Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings is up […]

Jadeveon Clowney Signing One-Year Deal with Cowboys

The Dallas Cowboys are signing veteran defensive end Jadeveon Clowney to a one-year, $3.5 million deal with a maximum value of $6 million, according to NFL.com's Ian Rapoport. Dallas traded away star edge rusher Micah Parsons before the season started, and their defense has allowed 61 points over the first two weeks of the season. […]

Harrison Smith Inactive for Week 2 Against Falcons

Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith (illness) is inactive for Sunday's Week 2 contest against the Atlanta Falcons. He had been limited in practice this week but ultimately will not play. This is the second game in a row for which Smith has been sidelined, which means his season debut will have to wait at least […]

Patrick Surtain II Questionable to Return Against Colts

Denver Broncos cornerback Patrick Surtain II (ankle) exited during the first quarter of Sunday's Week 2 contest against the Indianapolis Colts. He is officially listed as questionable to return. At the time of his departure, he had five tackles, one pass defended, and one defensive pass interference penalty. Widely regarded as one of the top […]