Akiem Hicks Expected To Miss A Month

Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Akiem Hicks (foot) tore the plantar fascia in his foot in the Week 2 win over the division-rival New Orleans Saints and is now expected to be out for a month, according to a source. It's a blow to the interior of Tampa's defensive line moving forward, starting with a […]

Jason Pierre-Paul, Blake Martinez Visiting Ravens

Free-agent linebackers Jason Pierre-Paul and Blake Martinez are visiting the Baltimore Ravens on Tuesday. After an abysmal performance by the team's defense in Week 2, the Ravens will look to bolster their pass rush, which has been almost non-existent to start the season. Pierre-Paul started 12 games for the Buccaneers last season, where he recorded […]

Myles Garrett's Status Uncertain For Thursday Night

Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett (neck) missed practice on Tuesday after showing up on the injury report with a neck injury after the team's Week 2 loss to the New York Jets. With the Browns playing the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday night, this is a situation to monitor leading up to kickoff, as Kevin […]

IDP Leagues Waiver Wire Pickups for Fantasy Football: Week 3

Sunday’s slate of games featured some amazing performances by defensive players and some crazy finishes (many of them facilitated by poor defensive performances). We got to see not only Aiden Hutchinson’s first NFL sack but also his second and his third. We saw four defenders march into the end zone after blocked kicks, interceptions, and […]

Leonard Williams Suffers Sprained MCL

New York Giants defensive tackle Leonard Williams (knee) suffered a sprained MCL in the Week 2 win over the Carolina Panthers, according to a source. Williams might miss some time, but it's not expected to be much. Head coach Brian Daboll said Williams' injury was "better than it could be." The 28-year-old is considered day-to-day, […]

Jadeveon Clowney Ruled Out For Thursday Night

Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski has already ruled out defensive end Jadeveon Clowney (ankle), defensive end Chase Winovich (hamstring) and tight end Jesse James (biceps) for the Week 3 game on Thursday night against the division-rival Pittsburgh Steelers. The oft-injured Clowney was in a walking boot after the Week 2 loss to the New […]

Patrick Surtain II's Shoulder Injury Not Serious

Denver Broncos cornerback Patrick Surtain II avoided serious injury to his shoulder in the game against the Houston Texans. Surtain left the contest in the first half and was quickly ruled out, but is now being called "day-to-day." This is fantastic news for the Broncos' secondary that has limited wide receivers through two weeks. The […]

Dre Greenlaw, 49ers Agree On Contract Extension

The San Francisco 49ers and linebacker Dre Greenlaw have agreed on a two-year contract extension on Sunday. Greenlaw was set to enter unrestricted free agency next offseason but instead will stay in San Francisco after posting 13 total tackles through the first two weeks of the new season. Greenlaw was drafted by the 49ers in […]

Aidan Hutchinson "Fine" After Suffering Leg Injury

Detroit Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson declared he is "fine" after suffering a leg injury during Sunday's meeting with Washington. The 2022 No. 2 overall selection certainly had himself a day, finishing six total tackles (five solo). The 22-year-old also recorded three sacks, a team record for a rookie. After Hutchinson logged only one tackle […]

Patrick Surtain II Won't Return Against Houston

Denver Broncos cornerback Patrick Surtain II (shoulder) won't return for the remainder of the Week 2 matchup versus Houston. The 22-year-old is considered one of the best corners in the league, so fans and IDP managers alike are hoping the injury isn't severe. While the team should have an update within the next day or […]

Jadeveon Clowney Leaves Stadium In A Boot

Cleveland Browns defensive end Jadeveon Clowney (ankle) was seen leaving FirstEnergy Stadium in a walking boot. The 29-year-old suffered an ankle injury in the third quarter of Sunday's loss to the New York Jets and was ruled out shortly after. Clowney is one of the best defensive performers in the NFL, so losing him for […]

Patrick Surtain II Questionable To Return In Week 2

Denver Broncos cornerback Patrick Surtain II (shoulder) is questionable to return to Sunday's matchup against the Houston Texans. The Broncos are already down wideout Jerry Jeudy (shoulder), who exited early in the contest, so the team is now left wondering about the severity of Surtain's injury. Undoubtedly, replacing one of the league's top corners isn't […]

Jeff Okudah Heads To Locker Room

Detroit Lions cornerback Jeff Okudah (calf) exited Sunday's game with a calf injury and is heading to the locker room, according to Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press. The 23-year-old logged five tackles against Washington before departing the contest. Will Harris and Bobby Brice will fill in for Okudah until he can return.

Marshon Lattimore Ejected In Week 2

New Orleans Saints cornerback Marshon Lattimore has been ejected from Sunday's game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Lattimore found himself in the middle of an on-field fight between members of the two teams. Buccaneers receiver Mike Evans was also ejected following the incident. Lattimore totaled two tackles before being removed from the game. With Lattimore […]

Jadeveon Clowney Questionable To Return In Week 2

Cleveland Browns defensive end Jadeveon Clowney (ankle) suffered an ankle injury against the New York Jets in Week 2 and is questionable to return. He had logged two tackles, one strip sack, and one fumble recovery prior to exiting. Evidently, he is a key piece of the Browns' defense and his absence will hurt the […]

Leonard Williams Ruled Out Sunday

New York Giants defensive lineman Leonard Williams (knee) suffered a knee injury and has been ruled out for the remainder of Week 2 against the Cleveland Browns. He managed to log two tackles before exiting early. According to the Giants' depth chart, Nick Williams is the next man up at the defensive tackle position. Leonard […]

Quinnen Williams Questionable To Return Sunday

New York Jets defensive lineman Quinnen Williams (foot) suffered a foot injury and is questionable to return against the Cleveland Browns in Week 2. He tallied three tackles before exiting with his injury. Sheldon Rankins will see an increase in snaps while Williams is sidelined.

J.J. Watt Officially Active Sunday

Arizona Cardinals defensive end J.J. Watt (calf) is officially active for Week 2 against the Las Vegas Raiders. Watt had been listed as questionable and is now cleared to make his 2022 debut on Sunday. Still, he is expected to have a reduced role in his first game back from injury. For what it's worth, […]

Josh Wells, Akiem Hicks Downgraded To Out In Week 2

Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive lineman Josh Wells (calf) and defensive lineman Akiem Hicks (foot) have both been ruled out for the remainder of Week 2 against the New Orleans Saints. Wells started in place of the injured Donovan Smith (elbow), so backup right tackle Fred Johnson will now shift to left tackle. Meanwhile, Logan Hall […]

Jonathan Allen Active For Week 2

Washington Commanders defensive tackle Jonathan Allen (groin) is active for Week 2 against the Detroit Lions despite being listed as questionable. He played just 54 percent of snaps due to injury last week but was still productive, tallying three tackles and one sack. Through 17 games in 2021, he registered 62 tackles and nine sacks. […]

Kayvon Thibodeaux, Azeez Ojulari Inactive For Week 2

New York Giants linebackers Kayvon Thibodeaux (knee) and Azeez Ojulari (calf) are officially inactive for Week 2 against the Carolina Panthers. This comes as no surprise considering both players were listed as doubtful heading into the weekend. Thibodeaux, who was also inactive last Sunday, will have to wait at least one more week to make […]

Marlon Humphrey Expected To Suit Up On Sunday

Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey (groin) is expected to play on Sunday despite not being 100 percent, according to a tweet from NFL.com's Ian Rapoport. Humphrey was healthy for last week's game against the New York Jets, tallying seven tackles and one fumble recovery. He and the rest of the Baltimore secondary will be tasked […]

J.J. Watt Expected To Play On Snap Count In Week 2

Arizona Cardinals defensive end J.J. Watt (calf) is expected to be active in Week 2, but he'll be on a pitch count, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com. Watt missed last Sunday's season opener and was listed as questionable heading into this weekend. The 33-year-old played in just seven games last season due to injury, […]

Jonathan Allen Questionable For Week 2

Washington Commanders defensive tackle Jonathan Allen (groin) has been added to the team's injury report as questionable ahead of their Week 2 matchup with the Detroit Lions. Allen suffered a groin injury in Week 1 against the Jacksonville Jaguars but there has been no indication that it is anything serious. The Pro Bowler was a […]

J.J. Watt Questionable For Week 2

Arizona Cardinals defensive end J.J. Watt (calf) is listed as questionable for Week 2 against the Las Vegas Raiders. Watt didn't practice on Wednesday, but he was a limited participant on both Thursday and Friday, giving him a chance to make his season debut this weekend after he was inactive in the season-opening blowout loss […]

Fantasy Football IDP Injury Reports For NFL Defensive Players: Week 2 Updates for T.J. Watt, Jamal Adams, Jalen Thompson, Ed Oliver

T.J. Watt owners, you know the feeling... I had T.J. Watt in my home league last season. He was constantly checking out of games early with nagging minor injuries, but he must have led every IDP manager who started him to the playoffs. I went back to the well and drafted him early this year. […]

Takkarist McKinley Signed To Titans Practice Squad

The Tennessee Titans have signed defensive end Takkarist McKinley to their practice squad while promoting defensive back Chris Jackson to their active roster. This move comes after a Week 1 loss to the New York Giants in which the Titans allowed 238 rushing yards with their Pro Bowl edge rusher Harold Landry (knee) on injured […]

Kayvon Thibodeaux Doubtful To Play In Week 2

New York Giants rookie linebacker Kayvon Thibodeaux (knee) has been listed as doubtful ahead of the team's Week 2 matchup against the Carolina Panthers. Thibodeaux suffered a sprained MCL in the preseason that kept him sidelined in Week 1 and said on Thursday that he felt "really confident" in making his first regular season appearance […]

Shaquille Leonard, Alec Pierce Ruled Out For Week 2

Indianapolis Colts linebacker Shaquille Leonard (back) and wide receiver Alec Pierce (concussion) have both been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game versus the Jacksonville Jaguars. Although Leonard practiced in full on Wednesday and Thursday, it appears he'll still miss his second consecutive game. Meanwhile, Pierce made real progress but was unable to clear the concussion […]

Nick Bosa A High-End Defensive End In Week 2

San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa is a high-end DE/edge-rushing option for IDP leagues in his Week 2 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. Bosa is coming off a one-sack, multi-pressure showing against the Bears and facing another weak offensive line. PFF ranked the Seahawks the single worst O-line in its preseason rankings, and they […]