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Bears | Bears showing 'mindfulness to preserve' D'Andre Swift, Roschon Johnson takes 2nd-half work Tue Oct 20, 09:46 AM
Bears RB D'Andre Swift had only four of his 16 carries (44 yards, two touchdowns) after halftime in Sunday's win over the Falcons, as the team managed his workload and rode RB Roschon Johnson as what it felt was the hot hand late in the game. Swift's second-half usage has been a topic since Week 4. "I think there's a mindfulness to preserve him a little bit. It's a long season," offensive coordinator Press Taylor said, adding that Johnson "was really contributing pretty well for us in a number of aspects" and "showed up in the pass game quite a bit" despite a fourth-quarter fumble. "Swifty was ready to go if we needed it," Taylor said.
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49ers | Shanahan calls Mike Evans' injury 'Achilles tendonitis', hopes he plays in Week 7 Tue Oct 20, 01:02 AM
49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said after Monday night's game that WR Mike Evans has Achilles tendonitis, which he called "something that he's had before" and that "bothered him throughout the week." Shanahan said he does not think it is "a long-term thing," noting it "almost cost him this game and ended up costing him two quarters." "Hopefully he'll be able to play next week. But if not, we'll have to have the rest of the group step up and hopefully get him healed up by after the bye week," Shanahan said. San Francisco plays at the Falcons in Week 7.
| Footballguys view: NBCSports Bay Area beat writer Jennifer Lee Chan reported that sources told her that Evans' Achilles is indeed intact, but he "will miss a little time." The source also independently offered the same assessment that Shanahan did: Evans could potentially return after the bye week "if all things stay according to plan." We'll be watching for more. |
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Commanders | Dan Quinn says Terry McLaurin's knee injury is 'significant' Tue Oct 20, 12:15 AM
Commanders head coach Dan Quinn said the knee injury to WR Terry McLaurin is significant. McLaurin will undergo more tests on Tuesday to determine the severity of the injury.
| Footballguys view: McLaurin was carted off and did not return in Monday's loss to the 49ers. While it's unclear how long McLaurin may be sidelined, the injury is a tough sign for a Commanders group that is struggling this season. McLaurin, 31, has been a staple for Washington since being drafted in the third round in 2019. He missed one game (Week 4) due to a hamstring injury but still leads the Commanders with 230 receiving yards this season, including a 27-yard catch early in Monday's contest. We'll follow up when the results of his imaging are available. |
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Patriots | TreVeyon Henderson a full participant to open short week Tue Oct 20, 12:10 AM
Patriots RB TreVeyon Henderson was listed as a full participant on Monday's estimated injury report after the team held only a walkthrough to open the short week before Thursday's game against the Bears.
| Footballguys view: Henderson had 40 yards from scrimmage in Sunday's 26-19 win over the Jets despite being questionable with a high ankle sprain. He had been limited throughout last week but did not miss a practice. |
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Seahawks | Zach Charbonnet heading to practice as PUP deadline nears Tue Oct 20, 12:10 AM
Seahawks RB Zach Charbonnet, who is on the PUP list while recovering from ACL surgery on his knee, must be activated by Thursday. Head coach Mike Macdonald said on Monday there is "a chance" Charbonnet returns this week.
| Footballguys view: Charbonnet remains on the reserve/physically unable to perform list after tearing the ACL in his left knee on his fifth carry in the divisional round of the 2025 playoffs. He underwent surgery on Feb. 20. The Seahawks opened his 21-day return-to-practice window on Oct. 1, so he must return to the active roster this week to avoid finishing the season on PUP. Charbonnet ran for 730 yards and 12 touchdowns on 184 carries in the 2025 regular season, while sharing carries with Ken Walker III. We'll be watching this closely. |
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49ers | Shanahan doesn't think Deebo Samuel will be back for Week 7 Mon Oct 19, 11:52 PM
49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said on Monday he doesn't think WR Deebo Samuel Sr. (hamstring) will be back next week, when San Francisco plays at the Falcons in Week 7. The 49ers have a bye after that game.
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49ers | Mike Evans' Achilles intact, but he 'will miss a little time' Mon Oct 19, 11:31 PM
49ers WR Mike Evans' Achilles is intact, but he "will miss a little time." Evans could potentially return after the bye week "if all things stay according to plan." Evans suffered the Achilles injury in Monday's game against the Commanders and was ruled out from returning.
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Commanders | Diggs catches 6 passes for 44 yards, a touchdown in loss to 49ers Mon Oct 19, 11:25 PM
Washington Commanders WR Stefon Diggs caught 6 passes for 44 yards and a touchdown on 7 targets in Monday's 23-17 loss to the San Francisco 49ers. He was projected for 5.5 fantasy points (half-PPR) and finished with 13.4.
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Commanders | McLaurin held to 1 catch for 27 yards in loss to 49ers Mon Oct 19, 11:25 PM
Washington Commanders WR Terry McLaurin caught 1 pass for 27 yards on 1 target in Monday's 23-17 loss to the San Francisco 49ers. He was projected for 10.1 fantasy points (half-PPR) and finished with 3.2.
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Commanders | Daniels throws for 300 yards, two touchdowns in loss to 49ers Mon Oct 19, 11:25 PM
Washington Commanders QB Jayden Daniels completed 29 of 40 passes for 300 yards with 2 touchdowns in Monday's 23-17 loss to the San Francisco 49ers. He was projected for 19.1 fantasy points (half-PPR) and finished with 21.0.
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49ers | WR Mike Evans will not return Mon Oct 19, 10:02 PM
49ers WR Mike Evans was injured in the second quarter of Monday's game against the Commanders with 1:10 left. He will not return (achilles).
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49ers | WR Mike Evans questionable to return Mon Oct 19, 09:46 PM
49ers WR Mike Evans was injured in the second quarter of Monday's game against the Commanders with 1:10 left. He is questionable to return (achilles).
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49ers | Mike Evans questionable to return Monday vs. Commanders Mon Oct 19, 09:39 PM
49ers WR Mike Evans is questionable to return to Monday's game against the Commanders with an Achilles injury. Evans was slow to get up after a catch in the second quarter and headed straight to the locker room.
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49ers | WR Mike Evans injured in the second quarter vs. Commanders Mon Oct 19, 09:32 PM
49ers WR Mike Evans was injured on a play in the second quarter of Monday's game against the Commanders with 1:10 left. No return designation has been posted yet.
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49ers | Mike Evans slow to get up after catch, heads 'straight to locker room' Mon Oct 19, 09:30 PM
49ers WR Mike Evans was slow to get up after making a 16-yard catch against the Commanders on Monday night and went straight to the locker room. Evans was "moving slowly" as he left the field. He entered the game listed as questionable with a ribs injury.
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49ers | George Kittle 'gimpy' and on the sideline during Monday night game Mon Oct 19, 09:21 PM
49ers TE George Kittle was "gimpy" after a Kaelon Black carry and went to the sideline during Monday night's game against the Commanders. The nature of the injury was not immediately specified.
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Bengals | Erick All Jr. runs Hudson's routes; Casey expects him to 'take off the rest of the year' Mon Oct 19, 09:08 PM
Bengals TE Erick All Jr. ran some of the routes usually reserved for Tanner Hudson and Mike Gesicki at Monday's practice, the first since Hudson was lost for the season with a pectoral injury. "He's a really talented receiver... We haven't scratched the surface on what we can do with him as a blocker and a receiver," tight ends coach James Casey said, adding, "now I'm looking for him to take off the rest of the year... Maybe he can capitalize on some of the opportunities Tanner had." All has caught five of six targets for 30 yards on 103 snaps this season after missing all of 2025 with an ACL injury, and he says there are no issues with his knee. Head coach Zac Taylor said replacing Hudson will be by committee, with Gesicki, WR Colbie Young and All among those who can fill the void.
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Commanders | WR Terry McLaurin will not return Mon Oct 19, 09:00 PM
Commanders WR Terry McLaurin was injured in the first quarter of Monday's game against the 49ers with 2:16 left. He will not return (knee).
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Commanders | WR Terry McLaurin injured in the first quarter vs. 49ers Mon Oct 19, 08:51 PM
Commanders WR Terry McLaurin was injured on a play in the first quarter of Monday's game against the 49ers with 2:16 left. No return designation has been posted yet.
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Commanders | Terry McLaurin carted off vs. 49ers Mon Oct 19, 08:50 PM
Commanders WR Terry McLaurin was carted off during Monday's game against the 49ers. Players from both teams came over to check on him before he left the field. McLaurin was injured in the first quarter and had been cleared to play on Saturday after dealing with a hamstring issue.
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Commanders | Terry McLaurin appeared to hold his knee, cart coming out vs. 49ers Mon Oct 19, 08:49 PM
Commanders WR Terry McLaurin went down on the field during Monday night's game against the 49ers, with several teammates taking a knee. McLaurin appeared to be holding his knee on the replay, and the cart came out for him.
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Commanders | Rachaad White gets the start vs. 49ers with Croskey-Merritt out Mon Oct 19, 08:26 PM
Commanders RB Rachaad White got the start at running back for Monday night's game at the 49ers. RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt is out with a groin injury.
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Patriots | Drake Maye estimated full participant in Monday walkthrough Mon Oct 19, 08:16 PM
Patriots QB Drake Maye (right shoulder) was estimated as a full participant in Monday's walkthrough practice. Maye threw for 235 yards and three touchdowns in Sunday's win over the Jets.
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Bears | Caleb Williams off Bears' injury report Mon Oct 19, 08:08 PM
Bears QB Caleb Williams is off the team's injury report as of Monday. Williams returned from a hamstring injury on Sunday and threw for 305 yards and a touchdown in the win over the Falcons.
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Bears | Kyle Monangai listed as non-participant Monday Mon Oct 19, 08:00 PM
Bears RB Kyle Monangai (thumb/toe) was listed as a non-participant on Monday ahead of Thursday's Week 7 game against the Patriots. The Bears held a walkthrough on Monday, so participation was an estimation.
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Patriots | A.J. Brown limited in Monday practice ahead of Thursday game Mon Oct 19, 08:00 PM
Patriots WR A.J. Brown (ankle) was a limited participant in practice on Monday ahead of Thursday's Week 7 game at the Bears. Brown was active for Sunday's game against the Jets despite the ankle injury.
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Bears | Kyle Monangai DNP on Monday estimated report ahead of Thursday game Mon Oct 19, 07:58 PM
Bears RB Kyle Monangai was listed as a non-participant on Chicago's estimated injury report on Monday after the team held a walkthrough. The Bears play the Patriots on Thursday night in Week 7. Monangai, who has a toe injury, was ruled out for Sunday's Week 6 game at the Falcons.
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Seahawks | Seahawks must activate Zach Charbonnet off PUP by Thursday Mon Oct 19, 07:44 PM
The Seahawks will have to activate RB Zach Charbonnet (knee) off the PUP list by Thursday, which will be 21 days after he was designated to return to practice. Seattle only needs to move him from PUP to the 53-man roster by then and does not necessarily have to play him in Sunday night's game against the Chiefs. Head coach Mike Macdonald said Monday there is 'a chance' Charbonnet returns this week.
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49ers | Mike Evans, Jordan Watkins appear set to start at WR Monday vs. Commanders Mon Oct 19, 07:42 PM
49ers WRs Mike Evans and Jordan Watkins appear set to be the team's starting wide receivers Monday night against the Commanders, based on pregame warm-ups. Evans had been listed as questionable with rib and Achilles injuries before being active for the game. Watkins, a second-year player, also started in Week 5 against the Seahawks.
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Patriots | Romeo Doubs hopeful to return after Week 11 bye Mon Oct 19, 07:37 PM
Patriots WR Romeo Doubs (IR, shoulder) is hopeful to return after the team's Week 11 bye, according to a source. His injury is not expected to be a long-term absence at this point. Doubs was placed on injured reserve on Monday after injuring his shoulder in Sunday's win over the Jets.
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Seahawks | Macdonald says there's 'a chance' Zach Charbonnet returns this week Mon Oct 19, 06:49 PM
Seahawks RB Zach Charbonnet has a chance to return this week, head coach Mike Macdonald said on Monday. Charbonnet, who has been dealing with a knee injury, was ruled out for Seattle's Thursday night game at Denver last week. The Seahawks host the Chiefs on Sunday.
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49ers | Mike Evans active Monday night vs. Commanders Mon Oct 19, 06:46 PM
49ers WR Mike Evans is active for Monday night's game against the Commanders. Evans had been listed as questionable with a rib injury and was not expected to practice at all during the week.
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Commanders | Stefon Diggs 'good to go' Monday night at 49ers Mon Oct 19, 06:46 PM
Commanders WR Stefon Diggs (hamstring) is good to go for Monday night's game at the 49ers. Diggs had been listed as questionable with the hamstring injury and was reported earlier Monday as trending towards playing after traveling with the team.
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Rams | Davante Adams to have hamstring procedure, hopes to return 'around the time of the bye' Mon Oct 19, 05:17 PM
Rams WR Davante Adams is expected to have a procedure to clean out his hamstring tendon, with hopes that he can return "around the time of the bye or a little after." Adams sustained the hamstring injury in Sunday's loss to the Cardinals and is out 6-10 weeks.
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Rams | Davante Adams headed to IR with ruptured hamstring, out 6-10 weeks Mon Oct 19, 05:00 PM
Rams WR Davante Adams will be placed on injured reserve with a ruptured hamstring and will miss six to 10 weeks, head coach Sean McVay said on Monday. Adams came up limping on a non-contact play in the final minute of Sunday's Week 6 loss to the Cardinals. He had 30 catches for 480 yards and four touchdowns in six games, including over 300 yards and two touchdowns in the two games WR Puka Nacua missed with a core injury. The Rams' other options include WRs Tutu Atwell, Jordan Whittington, Konata Mumpfield and rookie CJ Daniels.
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Rams | Davante Adams ruptured hamstring, out 6-10 weeks Mon Oct 19, 04:51 PM
Rams WR Davante Adams ruptured his hamstring and will be out 6-10 weeks. Adams was injured in the fourth quarter of Sunday's loss to the Cardinals and did not return.
| Footballguys view: The injury comes amid a tough stretch for a team that many thought would run the table and win the Super Bowl entering the season. The Rams fell to 2-4 with Sunday's loss, their second straight. Losing Adams will undoubtedly make it that much more difficult for Stafford and the Rams' offense to turn things around after this rough start. Expect Konata Mumpfield, Jordan Whittington, and Tutu Atwell to move up in the rotation behind Puka Nacua with Adams out. |
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Vikings | Jordan Mason designated for return from IR, expected back at practice Wednesday Mon Oct 19, 04:31 PM
The Vikings designated RB Jordan Mason for return from injured reserve on Monday. Mason, who has been sidelined following thumb surgery, is expected to be back at practice on Wednesday.
| Footballguys view: ESPN's Ben Solak wrote last week that the impending return of Mason, viewed as a co-starter before injuring his thumb, should not be underrated. Solak said the Vikings "want to do so much more in the designed running game with Kyler Murray and in the power play-action game with Mason as a bruising back." As impressive as Aaron Jones has been in Mason's absence, we should expect the two to resume sharing time with Mason back. Proactive fantasy managers should be checking Mason's availability in their leagues, and Jones investors might want to start resetting their expectations. |
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Packers | Josh Jacobs to get 'full week of work', status for Lions game TBD Mon Oct 19, 04:12 PM
Packers RB Josh Jacobs will practice on Wednesday and get a full week of work, coach Matt LaFleur said on Monday, but whether he plays Sunday at Detroit has not been determined. "We feel like he's in a pretty good spot. He's been training, but he's missed the exposure to football," LaFleur said. Jacobs is coming off the Commissioner Exempt List and is eligible to play in Week 7.
| Footballguys view: Jacobs has been unable to practice with the team since he went on the exempt list. So a ramp-up to get into game shape will be necessary. We spoke with Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel beat writer Tom Silverstein Sunday, and he suggested it could be a couple of games before we get the full Jacobs experience. Green Bay plays the Lions Sunday before hosting the Carolina Panthers on Thursday night in Week 8. |
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49ers | 49ers elevate Malik Turner, Jalen Graham; Evans among five WRs likely active Mon Oct 19, 04:12 PM
The 49ers elevated WR Malik Turner and LB Jalen Graham from the practice squad on Monday ahead of their game against the Commanders. San Francisco's five receivers will likely be Mike Evans, Brandin Cooks, Jordan Watkins, Jacob Cowing and Turner, a group that includes Evans, who is questionable with a rib injury. The five linebackers will likely be Fred Warner, Jaden Dugger, Luke Gifford, Tatum Bethune and Graham.
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Commanders | Jacory Croskey-Merritt headed to injured reserve Mon Oct 19, 04:01 PM
Commanders RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt is headed to injured reserve with a groin injury, the team announced on Monday.
| Footballguys view: Croskey-Merritt had already been ruled out for Monday night's Week 6 game against the 49ers after re-injuring his groin. Washington also activated RB Jeremy McNichols from injured reserve on Monday. For tonight's game in San Francisco, Rachaad White and Austin Ekeler will be the top backs available. |
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Commanders | Stefon Diggs 'trending towards playing' Monday night at 49ers Mon Oct 19, 04:00 PM
Commanders WR Stefon Diggs (hamstring) is "trending towards playing" in Monday night's game against the 49ers. Diggs is officially listed as questionable. He traveled with the team after being limited at practice on Friday.
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Patriots | Romeo Doubs placed on injured reserve Mon Oct 19, 04:00 PM
The Patriots placed WR Romeo Doubs on injured reserve on Monday. Doubs suffered a shoulder injury in Sunday's win over the Jets and was ruled out of the game. New England signed DB Elliott Davison to the 53-man roster from the practice squad in a corresponding move.
| Footballguys view: A.J. Brown's return to the lineup mitigates this loss, but Doubs, who is WR36 overall through six weeks, has been a viable play for fantasy managers. His absence will allow DeMario Douglas, Efton Chism III, and Kyle Williams to continue getting opportunities. Douglas, who was already taking advantage of Brown's absence, currently sits at WR34 on the season. |
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Seahawks | Elijah Arroyo expected to miss time with shoulder injury, could face 'extended absence' Mon Oct 19, 03:54 PM
Seahawks TE Elijah Arroyo is expected to miss time with a shoulder injury, ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reported. Arroyo was hurt trying to recover a Rashid Shaheed fumble late in the first half of Thursday's 17-14 overtime loss to the Broncos.
| Footballguys view: Fowler added that the team is still determining the severity of the injury, but Arroyo could have an extended absence. The Seahawks signed TE Josiah Deguara to the practice squad on Monday for depth. This is a non-issue for fantasy managers, with Arroyo averaging .4 fantasy points per game. |
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Ravens | Jesse Minter has 'a little bit of optimism' Rashod Bateman should be okay Mon Oct 19, 03:45 PM
Ravens head coach Jesse Minter expressed optimism on Monday about WR Rashod Bateman, who did not return to Sunday's game against the Browns with a shoulder injury. "I think he came out of it OK, even though we kind of came out of the game," Minter said. "But I think there's a little bit of optimism that he should be okay."
| Footballguys view: If Bateman can't make it back this week, Baltimore's wide receiver picking order would start with Zay Flowers and Ja'Kobi Lane, with Devontez Walker and LaJohntay Wester working behind them. |
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Texans | Tank Dell will play Sunday vs. Giants in first game since 2024 leg injury Mon Oct 19, 03:40 PM
Texans WR Tank Dell will play Sunday against the Giants, head coach DeMeco Ryans announced on Monday. It will be Dell's first game since the major leg injury he suffered in 2024.
| Footballguys view: Dell has been on injured reserve, recovering from a severe left-knee injury (dislocated kneecap and multiple torn ligaments) suffered in December 2024. The fact that he's made it this far in his recovery is remarkable. Hitting the field this weekend would add to that. Will he be fantasy-worthy? While he's rosterable, expecting him to have an immediate front-line role seems like a reach at the moment. That said, we'll be watching for more on the plan for Dell. |
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Bills | Joe Brady says 'hope and intent' is for DJ Moore to return after bye Mon Oct 19, 03:20 PM
Bills head coach Joe Brady said on Monday that "the hope and intent" is for WR DJ Moore (shoulder) to be back next week, following Buffalo's bye. Moore was inactive for Sunday's win over the Raiders.
| Footballguys view: As USA Today suggested, outside of a stellar opener against the Texans in Week 1, we haven't really been able to see Moore fully unleashed in the Bills' offense. That's because the shoulder injury he suffered in Week 2 has almost certainly affected Moore's effectiveness (if not outright availability) ever since. Still, the Bills head into their bye sitting at 5-1. If resting Moore for two full weeks before the off week gets him closer to full health, it will have been worth it. |
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Ravens | Lamar Jackson still 'day to day', could 'potentially' practice Wednesday Mon Oct 19, 03:02 PM
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson (ankle) is still "day to day," head coach Jesse Minter said on Monday. Minter said Jackson could "potentially" practice on Wednesday. Jackson has missed the past two games after injuring his left ankle on Oct. 4. The Ravens host the Bengals in Week 7 on Sunday.
| Footballguys view: Jackson has missed the past two games after injuring his left ankle on Oct. 4. Minter said Jackson's condition has improved during his time off the field, but he was still vague enough about Wednesday's practice to keep us guessing. But getting their starter back is important. The Ravens beat the Falcons in overtime in Tyler Huntley's first start, but the offense was shut out for the final three quarters of Sunday's 13-10 loss to the Browns. Huntley was 19-of-31 for 165 yards and a touchdown while also running five times for 28 yards. |
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Colts | Alec Pierce eligible to come off IR but will not practice this week Mon Oct 19, 02:28 PM
Colts WR Alec Pierce, who is eligible to come off injured reserve this week, will not practice, head coach Shane Steichen said on Monday.
| Footballguys view: Pierce is still rehabbing after aggravating his surgically repaired left heel last month. He was in a walking boot in the press box on Sunday, and Steichen said he doesn't expect to see the wideout on the field any time soon. Fantasy investors should share in that expectation. Feel free to move on from Pierce if you haven't already at this point. |
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Bengals | Bengals will 'continually assess' touch share between Perine, Chase Brown Mon Oct 19, 01:06 PM
Bengals RB Samaje Perine could see an increased workload in Week 7 against the Ravens after running for a season-high 68 yards on 14 carries in Week 5.
| Footballguys view: RB Chase Brown has been Cincinnati's lead back but is averaging just 3.0 yards per carry, and the Bengals' rushing attack ranks 27th in the NFL. "I think we'll continually assess how that touch share between (Perine) and Chase Brown should play out," offensive coordinator Dan Pitcher said. "Every game's different. What type of scheme we lean into is going to factor into that." While Brown remains a viable starting option, if the shift to involve Perine persists, we'll have become more aggressive with his projections. |
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Broncos | Sean Payton says 'no' to QB change, Broncos sticking with Bo Nix Mon Oct 19, 01:00 PM
Broncos head coach Sean Payton said on Monday that he is not considering a change at quarterback despite QB Bo Nix's struggles during Denver's 4-2 start. "To answer your question, no," Payton said. "He is going to become the byproduct of all the finer things that get improved. The improved play from our offensive line; the more efficient we are relative to downs; and running the football."
| Footballguys view: Nix attempted 27 passes and totaled just 107 yards in Thursday's win over the Seahawks. He was criticized by analysts, including Amazon Prime analyst Ryan Fitzpatrick, who questioned Nix's competitive effort. Denver won despite being outgained, 353-168, mustering just two first downs and 30 yards of offense in the second half. The popular narrative last season was that the Broncos came up short of reaching the Super Bowl because Nix was injured in the Divisional Round. This year, Denver is prevailing despite poor play from its quarterback, who seems averse to throwing the ball and uncomfortable leading the offense. |
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