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Bengals | Tee Higgins update Mon Sep 16, 03:27 PM
Cincinnati Bengals WR Tee Higgins (hamstring) is moving in the right direction for a potential return in Week 3, head coach Zac Taylor told reporters Monday, Sept. 16.
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Jaguars | Evan Engram week-to-week Mon Sep 16, 03:23 PM
Jacksonville Jaguars TE Evan Engram (hamstring) is considered week-to-week, head coach Doug Pederson told reporters Monday, Sept. 16.
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Panthers | Bryce Young benched Mon Sep 16, 01:43 PM
Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young will be benched in favor of Andy Dalton, according to sources Monday, Sept. 16.
| Footballguys view: Coach Dave Canales has repeatedly said, "Bryce is our quarterback." But with the season quickly slipping away, Canales decided to make a change. Dalton is 83-78 as an NFL starting quarterback. Now, at age 36, Dalton gets a chance to try to save Carolina's season, while 23-year-old Young goes to the bench. Through two games, Young had thrown for 245 yards with three interceptions and a 44.1 passer rating in a pair of ugly Carolina losses. It's fair to wonder if the window on his time in Carolina has closed. At the very least, a reset is necessary for Young and all involved -- especially players like Diontae Johnson, who might become a more viable fantasy play with a better triggerman. |
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Browns | David Njoku could return this week Mon Sep 16, 01:43 PM
Cleveland Browns TE David Njoku (ankle) could return for the Week 3 game against the New York Giants, head coach Kevin Stefanski told reporters Monday, Sept. 16.
| Footballguys view: Njoku has been characterized as week-to-week due to the ankle injury he suffered against Dallas in Week 1. Jordan Akins started at tight end Week 2 with Njoku inactive, but he was targeted just once in Cleveland's win over Jacksonville. As USA Today suggested, after he played through severe burns a year ago, the notion that Njoku will get back on the field more quickly than expected isn't a reach. We'll continue to watch for more on this. |
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Browns | David Bell needs surgery Mon Sep 16, 01:24 PM
Cleveland Browns WR David Bell (hip) needs surgery after suffering a dislocated hip in Week 2, head coach Kevin Stefanski told reporters Monday, Sept. 16. His timeline for return was not immediately revealed.
| Footballguys view: A third-round pick in 2022, Bell had caught three passes for 27 yards in Sunday's game. Amari Cooper, Jerry Jeudy, and Elijah Moore remain the top three options at wideout in Cleveland, with or without Bell. |
Browns | Pierre Strong week-to-week Mon Sep 16, 01:20 PM
Cleveland Browns RB Pierre Strong (hamstring) is considered week-to-week, head coach Kevin Stefanski told reporters Monday, Sept. 16.
| Footballguys view: It's worth noting the Browns were rolling with a three-man backfield committee in Sunday's win over the Jaguars until Strong was hurt. While Jerome Ford was the clear-cut lead back in Week 2, the workload was more divided in Week 2. As Pro Football Focus' Nathan Jahnke explained, D'Onta Foreman only played one snap in the first game but started this game with seven snaps on the first drive in Jacksonville. In the first half, Ford played 14 of a possible 36 snaps, while Foreman played 12 and Strong played nine. Cutting this back to a two-man rotation could be enough to make Foreman fantasy relevant any given week. |
Giants | Graham Gano out a few weeks Mon Sep 16, 01:07 PM
New York Giants PK Graham Gano (hamstring) is expected to miss a few weeks, head coach Brian Daboll told reporters Monday, Sept. 16.
| Footballguys view: Gano was hurt on the opening kickoff but also came into the game with a groin injury, and punter Jamie Gillan missed an extra point after the team's first touchdown. They failed to score on two two-point tries later in the game and chose to pass on a short field goal late in the fourth quarter because of the lack of a kicker. As Profootballtalk.com notes, Daboll faced questions and outside criticism about why the team didn't have another kicking option available after the 21-18 loss. They have Jude McAtamney on the practice squad, and Daboll said on Monday that the team will work out other kickers as well, so it seems they'll have someone available to perform kicking duties in Week 3. |
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Chiefs | Isiah Pacheco to IR Mon Sep 16, 09:46 AM
Updating an earlier report, Kansas City Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco (leg) will be placed on the Reserve/Injured list and miss a minimum of four weeks.
| Footballguys view: Pacheco has been the Chiefs' leading rusher in each of the past two seasons. Given the initial diagnosis, Footballguy injury expert Adam Hutchison believes the likely best-case scenario is an eight-week absence. But 12 weeks or more is possible, depending on the ancillary ligament and tendon damage. The Chiefs have undrafted rookie Carson Steele and veteran Samaje Perine at running back. Clyde Edwards-Helaire, the Chiefs' leading rusher in 2020 and a former first-round draft pick, is on the non-football injury list. The earliest he could return to play for the Chiefs is a Week 5 game against the New Orleans Saints. Keontay Ingram and Emani Bailey are currently on the practice squad. As previously noted, former Chiefs running back Jerick McKinnon remains a free agent, and the team could explore trade opportunities. We'll continue to watch for more on the Chiefs' plan to cover for Pacheco's absence. |
Chiefs | Isiah Pacheco has fractured fibula Mon Sep 16, 09:29 AM
Kansas City Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco (leg) suffered a fractured fibula, based on initial tests, and he will receive further evaluation.
| Footballguys view: Initial tests show Pacheco fractured the fibula in Sunday's win over the Cincinnati Bengals, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported Monday, per sources informed of the situation. The bulldozing running back will have more tests to determine if there is associated damage -- i.e., ligament issues -- before K.C. knows the anticipated recovery timetable. However, Pacheco will be going on injured reserve, which means he's out for at least four weeks. Fantasy managers, however, should plan for a more prolonged absence based on this information. |
Texans | Joe Mixon being evaluated Mon Sep 16, 09:28 AM
Houston Texans RB Joe Mixon (ankle) will be evaluated Monday, Sept. 16, after suffering a sprained ankle Sunday night.
| Footballguys view: Mixon was injured on what appeared to be a hip-drop tackle by Bears linebacker T.J. Edwards and he took issue with the lack of a penalty flag on social media after the game. Mixon was hurt in the third quarter and ran once while playing seven snaps after returning later in the second half. Mixon posted Sunday night: "The NFL and NFLPA made it a rule and an emphasis for a reason. Time to put your money where your mouth is." Cam Akers was next man up with Dameon Pierce sidelined by a hamstring injury against Chicago. We'll be watching for more on Mixon and the plan at the position going forward. |
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Chiefs | Another slow day at the office for Travis Kelce Mon Sep 16, 02:38 AM
Kansas City Chiefs TE Travis Kelce hauled in one of his three targets for five yards in Week 3 against the Cincinnati Bengals. Kelce also added one yard rushing.
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Texans | Dalton Schultz corrals a pair of passes Mon Sep 16, 02:37 AM
Houston Texans TE Dalton Schultz had two receptions (on three targets) for 21 yards in a win over the Chicago Bears on Sunday, Sept. 15.
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Texans | Tank Dell struggles in primetime Mon Sep 16, 02:28 AM
Houston Texans WR Tank Dell caught one pass for minus-three yards against the Chicago Bears on Sunday, Sept. 15. Dell, who was targeted four times, also had three carries for 16 yards.
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Texans | Stefon Diggs does little on SNF Mon Sep 16, 02:19 AM
Houston Texans WR Stefon Diggs caught four passes (on six targets) for 37 yards against the Chicago Bears on Sunday, Sept. 15.
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Texans | Nico Collins shreds Chicago Mon Sep 16, 02:09 AM
Houston Texans WR Nico Collins established game highs in receptions (eight), receiving yards (135), and touchdowns (one) in a Week 2 win over the Chicago Bears. Collins was targeted 10 times, which was the most on the team.
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Chiefs | Xavier Worthy quieted by Cincinnati Mon Sep 16, 02:03 AM
Kansas City Chiefs WR Xavier Worthy caught two of his four targets for 17 yards and added a five-yard carry in Week 2 versus the Cincinnati Bengals.
Link to story Texans | Cam Akers leads Houston in rushing Mon Sep 16, 01:54 AM
Houston Texans RB Cam Akers had seven carries for 32 yards against the Chicago Bears in Week 2. He added a three-yard reception, but his most important play was a fumble inside the 5-yard line, which Chicago ended up recovering.
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Chiefs | Rashee Rice finds the end vs. Cincinnati Mon Sep 16, 01:49 AM
Kansas City Chiefs WR Rashee Rice hauled in five of his six targets for 75 yards and a touchdown in Week 2 against the Cincinnati Bengals.
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Chiefs | Carson Steele churns out 24 yards Mon Sep 16, 01:44 AM
Kansas City Chiefs RB Carson Steele rushed seven times for 24 yards in Week 2 versus the Cincinnati Bengals.
Link to story Texans | Joe Mixon posts 50 total yards Mon Sep 16, 01:36 AM
Houston Texans RB Joe Mixon (ankle) carried the ball nine times for 25 yards against the Chicago Bears on Sunday, Sept. 15. He added three receptions (on five targets) for 25 yards. As previously noted, he suffered an ankle injury during the game, and while he did return, he did not resume a full workload.
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Chiefs | Patrick Mahomes struggles in Week 2 win Mon Sep 16, 01:32 AM
Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes finished 18-of-25 for 151 yards and two touchdowns with two interceptions in Week 2 against the Cincinnati Bengals. Mahomes also rushed for 29 yards on four carries.
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Texans | C.J. Stroud efficient in win Mon Sep 16, 01:24 AM
Houston Texans QB C.J. Stroud connected on 23 of his 36 passes for 260 yards and a touchdown versus the Chicago Bears on Sunday, Sept. 15.
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Bengals | Erick All makes an impact in Week 2 Mon Sep 16, 01:14 AM
Cincinnati Bengals TE Erick All caught all four of his targets for 32 yards in Week 2 against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Link to story Bengals | Jermaine Burton goes big on his first NFL catch Mon Sep 16, 01:10 AM
Cincinnati Bengals WR Jermaine Burton hauled in a 47-yard catch among his two targets in Week 2 versus the Kansas City Chiefs.
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Bears | Cole Kmet hauls in four passes Mon Sep 16, 01:02 AM
Chicago Bears TE Cole Kmet caught four of five targeted balls for 27 yards during the club's 19-13 loss to the Houston Texans on Sunday, Sept. 15.
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Bengals | Mike Gesicki falls just shy of century mark in Week 2 Mon Sep 16, 12:57 AM
Cincinnati Bengals TE Mike Gesicki caught seven of his nine targets for 91 yards in Week 2 against the Kansas City Chiefs.
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Bears | Rome Odunze totals 33 yards Mon Sep 16, 12:49 AM
Chicago Bears WR Rome Odunze (knee) had two receptions for 33 yards against the Houston Texans on Sunday, Sept. 15. He was targeted five times.
Link to story Bengals | Andrei Iosivas makes the most of his chances Mon Sep 16, 12:48 AM
Cincinnati Bengals WR Andrei Iosivas hauled in two of his four targets for seven yards and two touchdowns in Week 2 versus the Kansas City Chiefs.
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Bengals | Ja'Marr Chase held in check by Kansas City Mon Sep 16, 12:40 AM
Cincinnati Bengals WR Ja'Marr Chase caught four of his five targets for 35 yards in Week 2 against the Kansas City Chiefs.
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Bears | Six grabs for DJ Moore Mon Sep 16, 12:36 AM
Chicago Bears WR DJ Moore collected six receptions (on 10 targets) for 53 yards versus the Houston Texans in Week 2. Moore led the Bears in all three categories.
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Bears | Khalil Herbert scores Chicago's lone TD Mon Sep 16, 12:30 AM
Chicago Bears RB Khalil Herbert had two carries, three yards, and a touchdown against the Houston Texans on Sunday, Sept. 15. He added four yards on two receptions.
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Bengals | Chase Brown limited to four touches in Week 2 Mon Sep 16, 12:26 AM
Cincinnati Bengals RB Chase Brown carried four times for 31 yards in Week 2 against the Kansas City Chiefs.
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Bears | D'Andre Swift locked down Mon Sep 16, 12:20 AM
Chicago Bears RB D'Andre Swift carried the ball 14 times for 18 yards in a Week 2 loss to the Houston Texans. Swift was targeted five times as a receiver, catching four passes for 24 yards.
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Bengals | Zach Moss bottled up by Kansas City Mon Sep 16, 12:18 AM
Cincinnati Bengals RB Zack Moss ran 12 times for 34 yards and hauled in his only target for 13 yards in Week 2 versus the Kansas City Chiefs.
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Bears | Brutal night for Caleb Williams Mon Sep 16, 12:06 AM
Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams completed 23 of 37 passes for 174 yards, 0 touchdowns, and 2 interceptions against the Houston Texans on Sunday, Sept. 15. Williams, who was sacked seven times, did rush for a game-high 44 yards on five attempts.
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Rams | Six grabs for Trey McBride Sun Sep 15, 11:58 PM
Arizona Cardinals TE Trey McBride caught all six of his targets for 67 yards in a 41-10 win over the Los Angeles Rams in Week 2.
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Broncos | Greg Dulcich targeted eight times Sun Sep 15, 11:51 PM
Denver Broncos TE Greg Dulcich registered three receptions for 16 yards on a game-high eight targets in Week 2 against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Link to story Broncos | Courtland Sutton limited to one grab Sun Sep 15, 11:49 PM
Denver Broncos WR Courtland Sutton had just a single 26-yard reception on four targets in Week 2 against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
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Broncos | Lil'Jordan Humphrey targeted five times Sun Sep 15, 11:47 PM
Denver Broncos WR Lil'Jordan Humphrey posted four receptions for 50 yards on five targets in Week 2 against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
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Broncos | Josh Reynolds flirts with 100 yards Sun Sep 15, 11:45 PM
Denver Broncos WR Josh Reynolds posted four receptions for a game-high 93 yards on five targets in Week 2 against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
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Broncos | Jaleel McLaughlin totals three touches Sun Sep 15, 11:44 PM
Denver Broncos RB Jaleel McLaughlin rushed three times for just six yards in Week 2 against the Pittsburgh Steelers, and he wasn't targeted in the pass game.
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Cardinals | James Conner runs through Rams Sun Sep 15, 11:41 PM
Arizona Cardinals RB James Conner rushed 21 times for 122 yards and a touchdown and caught a pass for two yards in a 41-10 win over the Los Angeles Rams in Week 2.
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Broncos | Javonte Williams awful in Week 2 Sun Sep 15, 11:41 PM
Denver Broncos RB Javonte Williams rushed 11 times for just 17 yards in Week 2 against the Pittsburgh Steelers, while absorbing all five of his targets for 48 yards.
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Steelers | Darnell Washington scores in Week 2 Sun Sep 15, 11:34 PM
Pittsburgh Steelers TE Darnell Washington was good for just one catch and one target in Week 2 against the Denver Broncos, but at least it was good for a 5-yard touchdown.
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Cardinals | Kyler Murray tosses three TDs Sun Sep 15, 11:33 PM
Arizona Cardinals QB Kyler Murray completed 17 of his 21 passes for 266 yards and three touchdowns, and he rushed five times for 59 yards in a 41-10 win over the Los Angeles Rams in Week 2.
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Steelers | Calvin Austin limited to one grab Sun Sep 15, 11:33 PM
Pittsburgh Steelers WR Calvin Austin III posted one catch for just six yards on two targets in Week 2 against the Denver Broncos.
Link to story Steelers | Van Jefferson good for two grabs Sun Sep 15, 11:32 PM
Pittsburgh Steelers WR Van Jefferson posted two catches for 14 yards on three targets in Week 2 against the Denver Broncos.
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Steelers | George Pickens targeted four times Sun Sep 15, 11:30 PM
Pittsburgh Steelers WR George Pickens registered two receptions for just 29 yards on four targets in Week 2 against the Denver Broncos.
Link to story Steelers | Pat Freiermuth racks up four catches Sun Sep 15, 11:28 PM
Pittsburgh Steelers TE Pat Freiermuth registered four receptions for a team-high 39 yards on four targets in Week 2 against the Denver Broncos.
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Rams | Tutu Atwell totals three receptions Sun Sep 15, 11:27 PM
Los Angeles Rams WR Tutu Atwell caught three of his four targets for 48 yards in a 41-10 loss to the Arizona Cardinals in Week 2.
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