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Heading into Week 2 of the NFL season, injuries continue to impact the upcoming schedule. These play a huge factor in start/sit decisions for fantasy managers. Our injury updates and reports for Week 2 as of Sunday, September 15, 2024, will give you the latest updates on key fantasy football players.
The injury news for Week 2 of the NFL season has featured many notable fantasy football players, such as A.J. Brown, Christian McCaffrey, Jordan Love, Kenneth Walker III, Jameson Williams, and more.
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A.J. Brown Injury Update
Brown (hamstring) was a late addition to the injury report this week and is officially questionable to play on Monday night against the Falcons. There's a real chance he could miss this week's game. Fantasy managers should have a contingency plan in place in case he's ruled out Monday night.
Plus: For the second consecutive week, there is Monday Night Football injury intrigue. This week, Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown is listed as questionable due to a hamstring injury that tightened up on him during Friday’s practice. It sounds as if there is a legitimate question… https://t.co/SzamV0DMpE
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 15, 2024
Christian McCaffrey Injury Update
McCaffrey (Achilles) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, which means he'll miss at least four games. The backfield belongs to Jordan Mason going forward; he's a solid RB2 in fantasy football.
Sources: The #49ers are placing RB Christian McCaffrey on Injured Reserve today, with hopes that his Achilles tendinitis fully heals by the time it’s time to return in four games. It’s Jordan Mason going forward. pic.twitter.com/T7A1mhOUEQ
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 14, 2024
Jordan Love Injury Update
Love (knee) was downgraded to doubtful after suffering an MCL injury in Week 1. He won't play on Sunday, leaving Malik Willis in line to start. Willis is not a reliable fantasy option, and this quarterback downgrade also lowers the fantasy floors for players like Josh Jacobs and Jayden Reed.
The #Packers have downgraded QB Jordan Love to doubtful and he won’t play tomorrow. Malik Willis is expected to start, while Sean Clifford was elevated to be the backup. pic.twitter.com/4MxFsoku78
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 14, 2024
Kenneth Walker III Injury Update
Walker (oblique) is doubtful to play on Sunday against the Patriots. Zach Charbonnet is in line to start at running back, ranking as a high-end RB3/FLEX for fantasy purposes.
Seahawks are listing RB Kenneth Walker III as doubtful for Sunday’s game against the Patriots due to his oblique injury. pic.twitter.com/avTSaNiHff
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 13, 2024
Jayden Reed Injury Update
Reed (calf, shin) is expected to play in Week 2 despite being listed as questionable. His fantasy value could take a hit with Malik Willis quarterbacking the Packers. Reed drops to the WR3 tier this week.
#Packers WR Jayden Reed, listed as questionable with a calf and shin injury, is expected to play today, sources say.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 15, 2024
Tee Higgins Injury Update
Higgins (hamstring) is expected to miss Week 2 against the Chiefs. He had been listed as doubtful. His 2024 debut will have to wait at least another week. Andrei Iosivas and Trenton Irwin should see more snaps in his absence, but neither receiver can be trusted in fantasy football.
WR updates:
🏈Chargers WR Josh Palmer, listed as questionable for Sunday due to a knee injury, is tracking to play vs. the Panthers, per source.
🏈Lions WR Jameson Williams, listed as questionable for Sunday due to an ankle injury, is expected to play vs. the Buccaneers, per…
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 15, 2024
Keenan Allen Injury Update
Allen (heel) is a game-time decision for Week 2 against the Texans. Even if he is active, there's a chance he could be used sparingly on a reduced snap count. If he's inactive, Odunze (knee) would generate some low-end FLEX appeal.
WR updates:
🏈Chargers WR Josh Palmer, listed as questionable for Sunday due to a knee injury, is tracking to play vs. the Panthers, per source.
🏈Lions WR Jameson Williams, listed as questionable for Sunday due to an ankle injury, is expected to play vs. the Buccaneers, per…
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 15, 2024
Jameson Williams Injury Update
Williams (ankle) is expected to play against the Buccaneers on Sunday. He broke out for five catches, 121 yards, and one touchdown in Week 1, taking plenty of volume away from Amon-Ra St. Brown. He's an appealing WR3/FLEX option this week.
WR updates:
🏈Chargers WR Josh Palmer, listed as questionable for Sunday due to a knee injury, is tracking to play vs. the Panthers, per source.
🏈Lions WR Jameson Williams, listed as questionable for Sunday due to an ankle injury, is expected to play vs. the Buccaneers, per…
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 15, 2024
Josh Palmer Injury Update
Palmer (knee) is expected to play against the Panthers. Although Palmer only caught two passes last week, he has plenty of upside this Sunday against a Panthers team that looked miserable in the season opener.
WR updates:
🏈Chargers WR Josh Palmer, listed as questionable for Sunday due to a knee injury, is tracking to play vs. the Panthers, per source.
🏈Lions WR Jameson Williams, listed as questionable for Sunday due to an ankle injury, is expected to play vs. the Buccaneers, per…
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 15, 2024
Rome Odunze Injury Update
Odunze (knee) is trending toward playing on Sunday, but he'll test his injury pregame to confirm his availability. The rookie lacks redraft appeal when he's third on the depth chart, but he could generate some interest if the Bears rule out Allen (heel).
WR updates:
🏈Chargers WR Josh Palmer, listed as questionable for Sunday due to a knee injury, is tracking to play vs. the Panthers, per source.
🏈Lions WR Jameson Williams, listed as questionable for Sunday due to an ankle injury, is expected to play vs. the Buccaneers, per…
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 15, 2024
Josh Downs Injury Update
Downs (ankle) practiced in full on Friday but is still considered a toss-up for Sunday's game against the Packers. Even if he suits up, he'd be tough to trust in fantasy football given that he's coming off an injury and would be competing for targets with the likes of Michael Pittman Jr., Alec Pierce, and Adonai Mitchell.
#Colts WR Josh Downs, dealing with a high-ankle sprain, is considered 50-50 whether he plays today, source said. Though he practiced fully on Friday, high-ankle sprains can linger and the team wants to make sure he has zero issues before he plays.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 15, 2024
MarShawn Lloyd Injury Update
Lloyd (hamstring) is expected to be active for his NFL debut against the Colts on Sunday. He'll operate in a depth role behind Josh Jacobs and possibly Emanuel Wilson, but he figures to see the field for at least a few opportunities.
Packers rookie RB MarShawn Lloyd, listed as questionable due to a hamstring injury that prevented him from playing in Week 1, is expected to make his NFL debut today vs. the Colts, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 15, 2024
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