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Steelers | Wilson held to 0 catches for 0 yards in win over Colts Sun Oct 11, 04:10 PM
Pittsburgh Steelers WR Roman Wilson caught 0 passes for 0 yards on 1 target in Sunday's 34-22 win over the Indianapolis Colts. He was projected for 8.7 fantasy points (half-PPR) and finished with 0.0.
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Steelers | Bernard catches 6 passes for 80 yards in win over Colts Sun Oct 11, 04:10 PM
Pittsburgh Steelers WR Germie Bernard ran 1 time for 4 yards and also caught 6 passes for 80 yards on 9 targets in Sunday's 34-22 win over the Indianapolis Colts. He was projected for 2.7 fantasy points (half-PPR) and finished with 11.4.
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Patriots | Doubs held to 1 catch for 16 yards in win over Raiders Sun Oct 11, 04:10 PM
New England Patriots WR Romeo Doubs caught 1 pass for 16 yards on 3 targets in Sunday's 45-17 win over the Las Vegas Raiders. He was projected for 10.5 fantasy points (half-PPR) and finished with 2.1.
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Patriots | Douglas catches 4 passes for 65 yards, two touchdowns in win over Raiders Sun Oct 11, 04:10 PM
New England Patriots WR Demario Douglas caught 4 passes for 65 yards and two touchdowns on 5 targets in Sunday's 45-17 win over the Las Vegas Raiders. He was projected for 5.9 fantasy points (half-PPR) and finished with 20.5.
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Patriots | Williams catches 3 passes for 91 yards, a touchdown in win over Raiders Sun Oct 11, 04:10 PM
New England Patriots WR Kyle Williams caught 3 passes for 91 yards and a touchdown on 3 targets in Sunday's 45-17 win over the Las Vegas Raiders. He was projected for 2.7 fantasy points (half-PPR) and finished with 16.6.
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Packers | Watson catches 6 passes for 143 yards, two touchdowns in win over Bears Sun Oct 11, 04:10 PM
Green Bay Packers WR Christian Watson caught 6 passes for 143 yards and two touchdowns on 8 targets in Sunday's 31-7 win over the Chicago Bears. He was projected for 12.0 fantasy points (half-PPR) and finished with 29.3.
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Packers | Golden catches 6 passes for 123 yards in win over Bears Sun Oct 11, 04:10 PM
Green Bay Packers WR Matthew Golden caught 6 passes for 123 yards on 7 targets in Sunday's 31-7 win over the Chicago Bears. He was projected for 12.5 fantasy points (half-PPR) and finished with 15.3.
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Texans | Noel catches 5 passes for 41 yards, a touchdown in win over Titans Sun Oct 11, 03:56 PM
Houston Texans WR Jaylin Noel ran 1 time for 1 yards and also caught 5 passes for 41 yards and a touchdown on 5 targets in Sunday's 26-3 win over the Tennessee Titans. He was projected for 5.9 fantasy points (half-PPR) and finished with 12.7.
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Titans | Tate held to 1 catch for 6 yards in loss to Texans Sun Oct 11, 03:56 PM
Tennessee Titans WR Carnell Tate caught 1 pass for 6 yards on 5 targets in Sunday's 26-3 loss to the Houston Texans. He was projected for 11.3 fantasy points (half-PPR) and finished with 1.1.
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Steelers | Roman Wilson out, Steelers 'down to 4 wide receivers' against Colts Sun Oct 11, 02:54 PM
Steelers WR Roman Wilson is out during Sunday's game against the Colts, and WR Ben Skowronek is also out. That leaves Pittsburgh with four wide receivers: DK Metcalf, Germie Bernard, Brandon Smith and Kaden Wetjen.
| Footballguys view: Wilson was a deep sleeper this week with Michael Pittman (foot) on injured reserve. He had caught touchdowns in each of the last two games, and Aaron Rodgers threw three more scores against the Colts, but none to Wilson as he left the game with a finger injury. Rookie second round Germie Bernard posted 6-80 in this game will play a big role in the passing until Wilson and Pittman are healthy. Pat Freiermuth also becomes a quality pickup after a five catch, two touchdown game in the win. |
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Chargers | Ladd McConkey active but 'not expected to play meaningful snaps' vs. Broncos Sun Oct 11, 02:49 PM
Chargers WR Ladd McConkey (foot) is active for Sunday's game against the Broncos but is not expected to play meaningful snaps. McConkey was listed as questionable after missing practice during the week, and he had been reported as not expected to play earlier Sunday.
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Browns | KC Concepcion ruled out with head injury after 'huge blow' from Minkah Fitzpatrick Sun Oct 11, 01:31 PM
Browns rookie WR KC Concepcion has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Jets with a head injury. Concepcion suffered the injury on a "huge blow" from Jets S Minkah Fitzpatrick in the first quarter.
| Footballguys view: Isaiah Bond has replaced Concepcion in the lineup. Fitzpatrick already had committed a face mask on the drive that he hurt Concepcion, which led to a Browns field goal. The Browns face the Ravens next week and may have to without their first round pick wide receiver. |
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Jaguars | Washington catches 6 passes for 124 yards, two touchdowns in win over Eagles Sun Oct 11, 01:16 PM
Jacksonville Jaguars WR Parker Washington caught 6 passes for 124 yards and two touchdowns on 9 targets in Sunday's 19-17 win over the Philadelphia Eagles. He was projected for 11.9 fantasy points (half-PPR) and finished with 27.4.
| Footballguys view: Washington scored once on a long catch and run and then made a one-handed touchdown catch on fourth down late in the fourth quarter. He is making himself money on his next contract every week, and he came through for fantasy teams after a quiet couple of weeks. This game reminded us that Washington's ceiling is too high to bench him, including against the Texans next week. |
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Eagles | Cooper catches 2 passes for 71 yards, a touchdown in loss to Jaguars Sun Oct 11, 01:16 PM
Philadelphia Eagles WR Darius Cooper caught 2 passes for 71 yards and a touchdown on 3 targets in Sunday's 19-17 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. He was projected for 5.5 fantasy points (half-PPR) and finished with 14.1.
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Vikings | Justin Jefferson active for Week 5 at Saints Sun Oct 11, 11:30 AM
Vikings WR Justin Jefferson (ankle) is active for Sunday's Week 5 game at the Saints. Jefferson had been listed as questionable and was set to work out before the game to determine his status.
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Vikings | Jordan Addison inactive for Week 5 at Saints Sun Oct 11, 11:30 AM
Vikings WR Jordan Addison (hamstring) is inactive for Sunday's Week 5 game at the Saints. Addison had been listed as questionable and was set to test the hamstring in a pregame workout.
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Bengals | Tee Higgins active, Bengals to 'keep an eye' on his snaps with groin injury Sun Oct 11, 11:29 AM
Bengals WR Tee Higgins is active for Sunday's game against the Dolphins despite an adductor/groin injury. Higgins said "I'm good" while in full sweat during pregame warmups, but the Bengals will keep an eye on his snaps and he will play mostly "meaningful plays." The extreme heat in Miami is also expected to play a role in his workload.
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Commanders | Terry McLaurin will be active vs. Giants, 'likely not a full go' Sun Oct 11, 11:19 AM
Commanders WR Terry McLaurin will be active for Sunday's game against the Giants. McLaurin is "likely not a full go but suited up and ready to play." He had been listed as questionable and was considered a game-time decision earlier Sunday.
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Bengals | Tee Higgins doing 'usual pre-game routine', will play Sunday Sun Oct 11, 10:31 AM
Bengals WR Tee Higgins, listed as questionable, will play Sunday against the Dolphins, ESPN's Adam Schefter reported. Higgins was working with assistant coach Troy Walters before the game, doing his "usual pre-game routine." Higgins was not at stretch on Friday but ran routes and caught passes after rehab work that day.
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Bengals | Ja'Marr Chase will play against Dolphins despite questionable tag Sun Oct 11, 10:29 AM
Bengals WR Ja'Marr Chase, listed as questionable, will play in Sunday's Week 5 game at Miami. Chase was limited in Thursday's practice with a concussion and was considered likely to play if cleared from the concussion protocol on Saturday.
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Vikings | Jordan Addison not likely to be active at Saints Sun Oct 11, 10:14 AM
Vikings WR Jordan Addison is not likely to be active for Sunday's game against the Saints. Addison is officially questionable with a hamstring injury and was set to test it in a pregame workout.
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Vikings | Justin Jefferson 'ready to give it a go' at Saints, expected to play barring setback Sun Oct 11, 10:14 AM
Vikings WR Justin Jefferson arrived at the Superdome on Sunday with his cleats draped over his bag, "ready to give it a go" despite an ankle injury that limited him this week. Barring a setback, Jefferson is expected to play against the Saints. He is officially questionable.
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Titans | Carnell Tate 'definitely trending' toward playing Sunday vs. Texans Sun Oct 11, 08:01 AM
Titans rookie WR Carnell Tate (back) is "definitely trending" toward playing in Sunday's game against the Texans, per a source. Tate is listed as questionable after being limited in Thursday's practice. Head coach Robert Saleh said on Friday that Tate was "good to go" for Sunday.
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Colts | Keenan Allen expected to play Sunday against Steelers Sun Oct 11, 07:32 AM
Colts WR Keenan Allen (groin) is expected to play in Sunday's Week 5 game against the Steelers. Allen was listed as questionable after logging a full practice on Friday.
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Commanders | Terry McLaurin a 'true game-time decision' vs. Giants, snaps limited if he plays Sun Oct 11, 07:17 AM
Commanders WR Terry McLaurin is a "true game-time decision" for Sunday's Week 5 game against the Giants. Even if McLaurin plays, his snaps are expected to be limited. Head coach Dan Quinn said the wet field and rainy conditions won't be a factor in the decision, and John Keim reported a "slight lean to playing."
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Ravens | Zay Flowers expected to play Sunday night at Atlanta Sun Oct 11, 07:05 AM
Ravens WR Zay Flowers is expected to play against the Falcons on Sunday night despite being listed as questionable with a foot injury. Flowers was limited Wednesday with the foot injury before returning to practice Thursday.
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Chargers | Ladd McConkey 'not expected to play' Sunday vs. Broncos Sun Oct 11, 07:04 AM
Chargers WR Ladd McConkey is not expected to play Sunday against the Broncos. McConkey did not practice this week due to a foot injury and is listed as questionable.
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Commanders | Van Jefferson elevated with Diggs out, McLaurin questionable Sat Oct 10, 04:08 PM
The Commanders elevated WR Van Jefferson from the practice squad on Saturday. The move comes with WR Stefon Diggs out and WR Terry McLaurin questionable for Sunday's Week 5 game against the Giants.
| Footballguys view: Rookie Antonio Williams could be in line for a large role in the Commanders' passing attack. We've got him in the WR4 range, but the upside is there for him to do much more with all the injuries in their wide receiver room. McLaurin has been called a game-time decision for Sunday's game against the Giants. Stay tuned. |
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Patriots | A.J. Brown nearing return, could be back vs. Jets or wait until Week 7 Sat Oct 10, 04:00 PM
Patriots WR A.J. Brown, on injured reserve with a high-ankle sprain suffered in the season opener in Seattle, is eligible to return in Week 6.
| Footballguys view: Brown has been spotted in the Patriots locker room this week as the team prepares to ramp him up to speed. The Patriots could get him back next week vs. the Jets, but with a Thursday Night Football game in Chicago the following week, the team might wait until Week 7 to avoid playing two games in five days. Stay tuned. |
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Patriots | Mack Hollins to IR, Efton Chism III likely gets 'bulk of the work' as WR3 Sat Oct 10, 04:00 PM
The Patriots placed WR Mack Hollins (calf) on injured reserve on Saturday, meaning he will miss at least four games. Hollins, the team's current leading receiver, suffered an apparent non-contact calf injury running a route in the third quarter of last Sunday's win over the Bills. WR Efton Chism III replaced Hollins in the second half of that game, catching a 19-yard pass and the game-winning touchdown, and will likely get the bulk of the work as the third receiver alongside Romeo Doubs and DeMario Douglas, with Kyle Williams mixing in.
| Footballguys view: Chism is not Cooper Kupp, but like Kupp, he has run-after-the-catch ability and played collegiately at Eastern Washington (on that red turf). He's a receiver who can be trusted to move the chains because of his reliable hands and ability to wiggle for extra yards. We like Chism as a 'what the heck' flex in his current role. |
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Vikings | Vikings elevating Odell Beckham Jr. for Sunday; WR has 'quickly picked up' offense Sat Oct 10, 03:44 PM
The Vikings are elevating WR Odell Beckham Jr. to the active roster for Sunday's game at the Saints. Beckham has quickly picked up Minnesota's offense and has developed a good connection with QB Kyler Murray, according to sources. Beckham, who grew up in New Orleans, signed with the Vikings' practice squad on Wednesday after his release by the Giants.
| Footballguys view: Beckham quickly picked up the offense, not only because of his connection with Murray, but also because he's been reunited with Kevin O'Connell. The two worked together when they were with the Rams years ago. Beckham is not the player he used to be, but the Vikings are looking for playmakers. ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reports Justin Jefferson (ankle) plans to play in Week 5 against the Saints, but the team "has to see how he feels on Saturday." No word yet on Jefferson's status, so stay tuned here. Jordan Addison is also questionable, so Beckham's elevation might be due to either his or Jefferson's status. |
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Steelers | Michael Pittman Jr. headed to injured reserve, out at least four games Sat Oct 10, 03:16 PM
Steelers WR Michael Pittman Jr. (foot) will be placed on injured reserve, ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reported on Saturday. Pittman will miss at least four games.
| Footballguys view: He had already been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Colts after missing practice this week. Pittman has been disappointing so far this year with the Steelers with only seven catches for 89 yards in three games. Without Pittman, the Steelers once again turn to Roman Wilson. He's a flex consideration with his current role in the passing game. Rookie Germie Bernard should get more work as well. |
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Skyler Bell to make NFL debut, take reps with Joshua Palmer ruled out Sat Oct 10, 02:07 PM
Bills rookie WR Skyler Bell will be active and "play a role" in his NFL debut Monday night against the Rams, head coach Joe Brady said on Saturday. Bell, a fourth-round pick, is expected to play many of WR Joshua Palmer's snaps, and possibly more if WR DJ Moore (shoulder) cannot play. Palmer has been ruled out after he "twisted up" in practice and is undergoing imaging.
| Footballguys view: Bell dealt with a groin injury for most of August, and now he's set to make his regular-season debut. The Bills' fourth-round rookie did flash briefly in the preseason (mainly on crossing routes), so we're excited to see him out there for the first time when the games count. He set records in college at UConn, and Bell's game is all about run-after-the-catch ability. We love him in dynasty formats, and now redraft GMs need to keep him on waiver-wire speed dial just in case he pops. |
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Bills | DJ Moore questionable for Monday night at Rams Sat Oct 10, 01:56 PM
Bills WR DJ Moore is questionable for Monday's game against the Rams. Moore has a shoulder injury; he missed practice Thursday and Friday before returning to the practice field on Saturday.
| Footballguys view: Moore was on the practice field at the start of Saturday's session, and he was wearing a red non-contact jersey. We'll see if the limited session is enough to get him ready for a huge game against the Rams on Monday night. Fantasy GMs should have other plans ready just in case. With the game being the finale of Week 5, you're likely to be starting somebody else since Moore seems to be on the wrong side of questionable. |
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Cardinals | Texans 'square in the mix' for Marvin Harrison Jr. as Cardinals finalize trade Sat Oct 10, 11:24 AM
The Texans have held trade talks with the Cardinals about WR Marvin Harrison Jr. and are "thought to be square in the mix" for him, according to sources. A Texans source said of the team's interest, "I can't confirm or deny at this time." Arizona is finalizing a deal to trade Harrison and informed him Saturday morning that he will be inactive for Sunday's game against the Lions while details are worked out, NFL Network's Ian Rapoport also reported.
| Footballguys view: Harrison is out of action this week, and we should see a deal finalized in the near future. The Texans are (as of this reporting) the lone team with reported interest, but there's plenty of speculation a team like the Las Vegas Raiders could be involved in a trade. The Cardinals are moving on from the former first-round pick as he often seems uninterested on the field, and Harrison has not produced much (five catches for 85 yards and one touchdown in 2026). A new landing spot could propel him to finally play up to his potential. |
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Cardinals finalizing deal to trade Marvin Harrison Jr.; WR to be inactive Sunday Sat Oct 10, 11:10 AM
The Cardinals are finalizing a deal to trade WR Marvin Harrison Jr., ESPN's Adam Schefter and NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported on Saturday. The acquiring team has not been reported. Harrison has reportedly been told he will be inactive for Sunday's game against the Lions while the trade details are finalized. The former No. 4 overall pick has five catches for 85 yards and one touchdown this season, averaging 21.3 receiving yards per game with a career-low 38.5% catch rate.
| Footballguys view: There's no telling which team is interested, but rumors are swirling the Houston Texans are in the mix. There's also been speculation the Las Vegas Raiders could be interested in the talented but sometimes distracted former first-round pick. He's struggled this year, with just five catches for 85 yards and one touchdown in four games this season. A change of scenery is a must, and that could spark the natural talent that Harrison does have. |
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Rams | Puka Nacua feels 'as healthy as I think I can be' ahead of Monday night vs. Bills Sat Oct 10, 10:27 AM
Rams WR Puka Nacua said on Friday that he feels "as healthy as I think I can be" heading into Monday night's game against the Bills. "Feels good to get my feet truly under me," Nacua said, adding that the extra day before a Monday game helped. Nacua returned from injuries that cost him the previous two games to catch nine passes for 125 yards and score a 2-yard rushing touchdown in Sunday's win over the Eagles. "I thought he was at his best in the most important moments," head coach Sean McVay said on Monday.
| Footballguys view: Nacua is not at full strength, but he can still produce at a high level, as evidenced by his return last week. He caught 9-of-12 targets for 125 yards in the Rams' Week 4 win over the Eagles, plus Nacua had a 2-yard rushing touchdown. As per usual, when Nacua is active, he should be considered a WR1. Expect that level of production on Monday night against the Bills. |
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Cardinals | Cardinals would want 'a second-round pick and more' for Marvin Harrison Jr. Sat Oct 10, 09:54 AM
The Cardinals are getting trade calls on WR Marvin Harrison Jr., but he "won't come cheap." League sources say Arizona would want a second-round pick and more to consider dealing the former No. 4 overall pick.
| Footballguys view: Adam Schefter, from ESPN, reported Harrison was informed on Saturday morning that he will be inactive for Sunday's game against the Lions as the details of the trade are finalized. The Houston Texans are in the mix, and speculation abounds that the Las Vegas Raiders could be interested as well. Stay tuned. |
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Eagles | WR Hollywood Brown ruled out for Week 5 Fri Oct 9, 05:30 PM
Eagles WR Hollywood Brown (ankle) is listed as out on the Week 5 injury report. Hollywood Brown did not participate in Friday's practice.
| Footballguys view: Brown played 17 snaps in Week 2 and hasn't practiced or played since. The Eagles could have used him this week, as they are missing DeVonta Smith and Saquon Barkley, but alas. Brown will try to return next week. |
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Jets | WR Tim Patrick questionable for Week 5 Fri Oct 9, 05:30 PM
Jets WR Tim Patrick (groin) is listed as questionable on the Week 5 injury report. Tim Patrick was a full participant in Friday's practice.
| Footballguys view: Garrett Wilson is the clear WR1. With Adonai Mitchell out, Isaiah Williams has been running as the WR2. With Kenyon Sadiq involved in the receiving game, there isn't room for Patrick to have a fantasy-relevant role. |
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Colts | WR Ashton Dulin ruled out for Week 5 Fri Oct 9, 05:30 PM
Colts WR Ashton Dulin (hamstring) is listed as out on the Week 5 injury report. Ashton Dulin did not participate in Friday's practice.
| Footballguys view: Dulin quietly tied Laquon Treadwell for the team lead in targets last week. But Keenan Allen could return this week. Allen, Josh Downs, and Tyler Warren would likely be the top pass-catchers. Even if Dulin is active, he's only on the radar in extremely deep leagues. |
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Colts | WR Darius Slayton questionable for Week 5 Fri Oct 9, 05:30 PM
Colts WR Darius Slayton (knee) is listed as questionable on the Week 5 injury report. Darius Slayton was limited in Friday's practice.
| Footballguys view: Nearly the entire Colts receiver room is banged up right now. Slayton's role as a downfield burner will hopefully help fill the gap left by Alec Pierce's absence. But expect him to run a lot of clearout routes and not draw many targets when active. It would be a huge surprise if Slayton found fantasy relevance in Indianapolis this year. |
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Saints | WR Barion Brown questionable for Week 5 Fri Oct 9, 05:30 PM
Saints WR Barion Brown (thigh) is listed as questionable on the Week 5 injury report. Barion Brown was a full participant in Friday's practice.
| Footballguys view: Brown has zero receptions, two carries, and negative two scrimmage yards for the season. Even if he is healthy, he doesn't belong anywhere near a fantasy lineup. |
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Packers | WR Savion Williams ruled out for Week 5 Fri Oct 9, 05:30 PM
Packers WR Savion Williams (ankle) is listed as out on the Week 5 injury report. Savion Williams was limited in Friday's practice.
| Footballguys view: Williams is still trying to work back from a preseason ankle injury and make his 2026 debut. His 21-day practice window has been opened, and he hopes to return soon. He'll have another chance next week as the Packers face off against the Cowboys. |
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Bengals | WR Colbie Young questionable for Week 5 Fri Oct 9, 05:30 PM
Bengals WR Colbie Young (knee) is listed as questionable on the Week 5 injury report. Colbie Young was limited in Friday's practice.
| Footballguys view: Colbie Young could have some value against the Dolphins if Tee Higgins is inactive. He'd fall into the desperation WR4 tier for managers scraping the barrel. With a bye next week and a cake matchup against the Dolphins in Week 5, expect the Bengals to lean on Chase Brown, Mike Gesicki, and, if active, Ja'Marr Chase. |
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Chargers | WR Brenen Thompson ruled out for Week 5 Fri Oct 9, 05:30 PM
Chargers WR Brenen Thompson (quadriceps) is listed as out on the Week 5 injury report. Brenen Thompson did not participate in Friday's practice.
| Footballguys view: No Quentin Johnston. Ladd McConkey banged up. And now no Thompson. Just when you thought things couldn't get any worse for the Chargers, the Week 5 injury report dropped. Tre' Harris is essentially the last man standing here and should be peppered with targets. Oronde Gadsden II should also run as a receiver despite his tight end designation. Luckily for Harris, Pat Surtain II is out, which makes him an appealing volume-based WR3. But this matchup could be a disaster for the Chargers. |
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Chargers | Quentin Johnston ruled out for Sunday Fri Oct 9, 04:33 PM
Chargers WR Quentin Johnston (chest) has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Broncos. WR Ladd McConkey (foot) is questionable.
| Footballguys view: Johnston practiced in a limited capacity all week and was declared out. Despite a full week of DNPs, the Chargers list McConkey as questionable for Sunday's game against the Broncos. McConkey also entered last week's game with a questionable tag. He caught neither of his two targets on 24 snaps before reinjuring himself and leaving the game. Late afternoon questionable tags are a headache. It's probably best to bench McConkey this week and take whatever better option you have in the early slate. This Chargers offense has been horrendous to start the season, and they'll have a tough matchup against a stout Denver defense. If McConkey goes off on your bench, great! You'll have a bit more faith starting him in Week 6 against the Chiefs. But the more likely outcome is that he'll play a limited role, or not at all. McConkey looked great at the start of Week 1, but a rib injury slowed him down. Now with the added foot injury, McConkey moves down the ranks into the "we'll wait until we see it" tier. He's benchable until we get a full game or a clean week of practice. With Johnston out and McConkey far from his normal level, expect second-year receiver Tre' Harris to be the team's top target, while Oronde Gadsden II should also get extra work. |
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Eagles | Dontayvion Wicks set to play through hamstring injury Fri Oct 9, 04:32 PM
Eagles WR Dontayvion Wicks carries no game status for Sunday's game against the Jaguars in London despite a hamstring injury that limited him in practice on Thursday and Friday. Head coach Nick Sirianni praised Wicks' toughness during a Friday morning press conference.
| Footballguys view: With DeVonta Smith out, Wicks should be the team's top receiver in Week 5. Makai Lemon will definitely be involved, but his skill set is still very limited early in his career. Wicks can run a full allotment of routes and should be Jalen Hurts' go-to target. Against a tough Jaguars defense, though, we wouldn't blame you for benching all Eagles in this matchup. For those brave enough to start Wicks, he'll be a borderline WR3. |
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Ravens | Zay Flowers questionable for Sunday night at Atlanta Fri Oct 9, 04:15 PM
Ravens WR Zay Flowers (foot) is questionable for Sunday night's game against the Falcons. Flowers was limited in practice all week with the foot injury and was back practicing on Thursday.
| Footballguys view: A Sunday night questionable tag is one of the hardest things to navigate as a fantasy manager, especially for a player of Flowers' caliber. If Rashod Bateman is available, Flowers' managers should pick him up immediately, as he's proven to have contingent value when Flowers is out. Malachi Fields is another pivot option. For managers who can put Flowers in the flex, Najee Harris and Justice Hill are other players worth checking out. The Ravens will be short Lamar Jackson in this lineup, which caps the offense as a whole. Still, if Flowers is active, you can't bench him. We'll hope for more clarity before the early games kick off on Sunday. But fantasy managers should be proactive in having alternate plans in case he cannot go. |
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Texans | Tank Dell ruled out for Sunday's game against the Titans Fri Oct 9, 04:09 PM
Texans WR Tank Dell has been ruled out for Sunday's Week 5 game at the Titans. Dell was designated to return from injured reserve on Wednesday and was limited in practice that day, and he was described Thursday as continuing to ramp up.
| Footballguys view: Dell is almost two years removed from his devastating knee injury and will hope to get back on the field in the next few weeks. The Texans haven't found a steady secondary option behind Nico Collins, and Dell hopes to be that option. How he bounces back after an extended time out is yet to be seen, but he's worth stashing in deep leagues. |
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