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Below is our fantasy football injuries report for running backs in Week 5, as of October 2. The injury statuses for various NFL running backs are up in the air for Week 5, including Bijan Robinson, Jonathan Taylor, Nick Chubb, and Jonathon Brooks.
As the fantasy football season continues, every decision, transaction, and lineup change matters. These are critical running back injuries to keep track of throughout the week. Being up-to-date on NFL injury news can give you an edge over your league mates in fantasy football.
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Bijan Robinson Injury Update
Robinson (hamstring) was estimated as a limited participant following Tuesday's walk-through. The star running back is worth monitoring as Thursday Night Football gets closer, but we're not currently too concerned about his status. If confirmed as active, Robinson would be a fantasy RB1.
Week 5 Injury Report - Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Atlanta Falcons (10/3/24): https://t.co/jY7S4CuZVM pic.twitter.com/SRcoIOkymE
— Buccaneers Communications (@BuccaneersComms) October 1, 2024
Jonathan Taylor Injury Update
Taylor (ankle) was diagnosed with a high ankle sprain following Sunday's game. It's believed to be relatively mild and won't require an IR stint, but it's still very possible that Taylor will miss time. Trey Sermon would lead the Colts backfield if he can't play in Week 5.
#Colts HC Shane Steichen doesn't have any updates on Anthony Richardson and Jonathan Taylor yet; they'll see how the week goes.
Did acknowledge it's an ankle sprain for Taylor, the same ankle he had issues with in 2022-23. There isn't a consideration for IR at this time.
— Jake Arthur (@JakeArthurNFL) September 30, 2024
Nick Chubb Injury Update
Chubb (knee) has been designated to return from the PUP list. The Browns running back can now practice with the team for up to 21 days. By the 21st day, the Browns will have to decide whether to activate Chubb from the PUP list or shut him down for the season. This development suggests that Chubb will return to game action around the middle of October.
The #Browns have designated RB Nick Chubb to return off PUP and his practice window is now open.
They will have 21 days to put him on the active roster.
A return is near. pic.twitter.com/I2eCORcVFB
— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) September 30, 2024
Jonathon Brooks Injury Update
Brooks (knee) is getting closer to practicing but still has some hurdles to clear before he can be activated from the non-football injury list. That move won't happen this week, but he could return to the practice field in Week 6.
All from Canales:
Damien Lewis injured his UCL, has a broad recovery window.
Jonathon Brooks, DJ Wonnum, Jaden Crumedy and Dane Jackson are getting close but have some hurdles left before they can return (eligible next week.
Thielen and Fuller won’t need hamstring surgery.
— Mike Kaye (@mike_e_kaye) September 25, 2024
Christian McCaffrey Injury Update
McCaffrey (Achilles) has been diagnosed with Achilles tendonitis in both of his legs, creating additional uncertainty about his eventual return date. For now, managers have no choice but to stash McCaffrey on their bench or IR.
The Achilles tendonitis that Christian McCaffrey is suffering in his right leg is now in both legs, so there remains a major question on when he will return, according to @AdamSchefter. pic.twitter.com/6Z4ZBwOW6a
— NFL on ESPN (@ESPNNFL) September 30, 2024
Austin Ekeler Injury Update
Ekeler (concussion) remains in concussion protocol but feels more like himself and is trending toward playing on Sunday against the Browns. His pass-catching skills make him an appealing fantasy RB3.
Austin Ekeler just told us on Grant & Danny that he is tracking toward being able to play on Sunday. Sounds like he expects to be back on the field against the Browns.
Said he's feeling more like himself as he completes the steps of the concussion protocol.
— Grant Paulsen (@granthpaulsen) October 1, 2024
Clyde Edwards-Helaire Injury Update
Edwards-Helaire (illness) is expected to return to practice this week. He's currently on the non-football list but should be designated to return as soon as the Chiefs are ready to open his 21-day practice window. Given his potential to be Kansas City's starting running back, Edwards-Helaire should be viewed as a fantasy RB3.
Other players set to return to practice this week: Clyde Edwards-Helaire, Odell Beckham Jr, Kendrick Bourne, Kendre Miller, D.J. Chark.
Several others on the PUP list or IR will return to practice in the weeks following this one. https://t.co/3cxFtKZWRV
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 29, 2024
Cordarrelle Patterson Injury Update
Patterson (ankle) could play in Week 5, head coach Mike Tomlin said on Tuesday. Patterson got banged up last Sunday, finishing the game against the Colts with 43 rushing yards and 19 receiving yards. He's off the fantasy radar with Jaylen Warren (knee) also trending toward playing.
Mike Tomlin says Jaylen Warren, MyCole Pruitt, and Cordarrelle Patterson could all play this week, but the team will follow their participation guide on those players.
— Nick Farabaugh (@FarabaughFB) October 1, 2024
Jaylen Warren Injury Update
Warren (knee) could play in Week 5, marking his return to the field after missing one game. Warren has been disappointing from a fantasy football perspective and can be dropped in most leagues with 10 or fewer teams.
Mike Tomlin says Jaylen Warren, MyCole Pruitt, and Cordarrelle Patterson could all play this week, but the team will follow their participation guide on those players.
— Nick Farabaugh (@FarabaughFB) October 1, 2024
Jeff Wilson Jr. Injury Update
Wilson (knee) injured himself during warmups ahead of Monday Night Football and ultimately did not register a touch in the prime-time contest. It's too early to tell whether he'll play in Week 5, but assuming Raheem Mostert (chest) is healthy, Wilson won't see enough volume to warrant any fantasy consideration.
#Dolphins RB Jeff Wilson Jr. suffered a knee injury in pregame warmups and is now questionable for tonight's game vs. the Tennessee Titans.
— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) September 30, 2024
Tyler Badie Injury Update
Badie (back), who was carted away from the sideline on a backboard this past Sunday, has demonstrated the movement of his arms and legs and is back in Denver with the team. He's still dealing with a back issue that could land him on IR, but more importantly, we're happy to hear that he's doing okay.
#Broncos promising young RB Tyler Badie, who left yesterday’s game on a backboard, has full movement of his arms and legs and is back in Denver with the team, sources say. Very positive.
He did suffer a back injury that may land him on IR, but there is a chance he can be back. pic.twitter.com/35vb1YWHLe
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 30, 2024
Nyheim Hines Injury Update
Hines (knee) is expected to practice soon, perhaps as early as this week. The 27-year-old has been on Cleveland's PUP list since last summer when was hit by a jet ski and tore his ACL. His exact role in Cleveland is unclear, but we're pretty confident Hines could contribute given his veteran presence and leadership.
#Browns Kevin Stefanski said RB Nyheim Hines, who has been on the PUP list, is expected to practice "pretty soon" and possibly this week.
— Kelsey Russo (@kelseyyrusso) September 30, 2024
