Cam Akers Could Factor Into Rams' Playoff Plans

Los Angeles Rams running back Cam Akers (Achilles) could be a factor in the team's postseason plans, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Activated from injured reserve on Saturday, Akers won't play in Week 16. However, general manager Les Snead says that the "vision" is for the second-year back to return for the playoffs, just […]

Sam Darnold Will Play Sunday, Could Start Next Week

Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold (shoulder) will play on Sunday against the Buccaneers after being activated from IR this past week, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Although Darnold won't draw the start, Rapoport notes that he "is expected to enter the game within a few series and, based on how he does, could play […]

T.J. Watt Will Play Through Cracked Ribs

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt (cracked ribs) will play through his injury in Week 16, per NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. The 27-year-old has been phenomenal this season, accruing 53 tackles, 17.5 sacks, four forced fumbles, and three fumble recoveries through 12 games. He suffered the rib injury last week but plans to play on Sunday […]

David Johnson Not Expected To Play Sunday

Houston Texans running back David Johnson (quad) is not expected to play against the Chargers on Sunday afternoon, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. He had been listed as questionable. The 30-year-old has appeared in 12 games this season, totaling just 417 scrimmage yards and a touchdown. With Johnson sidelined, Rex Burkhead will serve […]

Kadarius Toney Trending In Right Direction For Week 16

New York Giants wide receiver Kadarius Toney (oblique, COVID-19 ramp-up) has a "good chance of playing" in Week 16, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Despite dealing with an oblique injury and a recovery period following his positive COVID-19 test, the first-round pick is trending in the right direction for Sunday after missing the […]

Derwin James Will Be Game-Time Decision

Los Angeles Chargers star safety Derwin James (hamstring) is expected to be a game-time decision against the Texans on Sunday, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. James, listed as questionable, has progressed nicely, but his pregame workout will offer much more insight into whether he'll be able to suit up. He has appeared in […]

DJ Moore Expected To Suit Up On Sunday

Carolina Panthers wide receiver DJ Moore (hamstring) is expected to play on Sunday despite being listed as questionable, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Although he is dealing with quarterback turmoil and a tricky matchup against the Buccaneers, Moore's role is capable of providing a steady floor for fantasy managers this week. He should […]

Damien Harris Returning To Action In Week 16

New England Patriots running back Damien Harris (hamstring) is expected to start against the Bills in Week 16, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. He had been listed as questionable but will return to action for the first time since Week 13, also against Buffalo. Harris should see a significant workload on Sunday due […]

Washington Pessimistic About Curtis Samuel In Week 16

Washington Football Team wide receiver Curtis Samuel (hamstring) is expected to be a game-time decision in Week 16, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. However, the team is not very optimistic about the 25-year-old's status this Sunday. Samuel has been a massive disappointment this season. Between injuries and lack of production, the wideout has […]

Washington Optimistic About Antonio Gibson For Week 16

Washington Football Team running back Antonio Gibson (toe) is listed as questionable and is expected to be a game-time decision against the Cowboys in Week 16, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. However, the team does have "optimism" about his availability for the divisional tilt. Gibson has been impactful since Washington's bye week, totaling […]

Daniel Jones, Joe Judge Returning To Giants Next Year

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones and head coach Joe Judge are both expected to be brought back for the 2022 season, according to a report from Adam Schefter of ESPN.com. Despite the team's woes this year, Schefter notes that the Giants "believe both Judge and Jones deserve the opportunity to demonstrate their talents next […]

Adam Thielen Expected To Play In Week 16

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen (ankle) is expected to play against the Rams on Sunday, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. The 31-year-old is listed as questionable and has not played since Week 13 against Detroit. However, it looks like his streak of absences will end at just two games. Thielen's return to the lineup […]

Antonio Brown To Rejoin Buccaneers In Week 16

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Antonio Brown (suspension, ankle) is expected to rejoin the team in the coming week, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Brown (along with defensive back Mike Edwards and free agent wide receiver John Franklin III) were suspended earlier this month after an investigation determined they violated the joint NFL-NFLPA COVID-19 […]

Sony Michel "Should" Lead Rams' Backfield On Tuesday

Los Angeles Rams running back Sony Michel has a chance to lead the backfield in Week 15, according to Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic. Even with Darrell Henderson back from the COVID-19 list, Rodrigue believes Michel "should" remain the No. 1 option this week. She does note that head coach Sean McVay wants to get […]

Leonard Fournette Expected To Play Sunday

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Leonard Fournette (ankle) is expected to suit up on Sunday, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. He was listed as questionable, but there was little doubt that he'd be cleared to play by kickoff. Fournette has been a monster this season, ranking fourth among running backs in PPR. He […]

DJ Moore Expected To Play Sunday

Carolina Panthers wide receiver DJ Moore (hamstring) is expected to play against the Bills on Sunday, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. He had been listed as questionable. The 24-year-old has put together a solid season despite shaky quarterback play, totaling 72 catches for 938 yards and four touchdowns. Still, he falls into the […]

Lamar Jackson Could Still Play In Week 15

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (ankle) "was moving around better in practice this weekend" and still has a shot to play on Sunday afternoon, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. The initial expectation was that Jackson, who is dealing with a bone bruise, wouldn't be active. However, the Ravens have grown slightly more optimistic in […]

Marquise Brown On Track To Play Sunday

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Marquise Brown (illness) is expected to play on Sunday, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. He had been listed as questionable. The 24-year-old wideout ranks as a high-end WR3 regardless of the Ravens' quarterback situation this week. Speaking of such, Lamar Jackson (ankle) moved around well in practice this week, but […]

Javonte Williams Expected To Play Sunday

Denver Broncos running back Javonte Williams (knee) is expected to play against the Bengals on Sunday. He had been listed as questionable. The rookie has been phenomenal as of late, registering 372 scrimmage yards and four total touchdowns over the course of his last three games. Despite operating alongside Melvin Gordon, both backs are strong […]

Melvin Gordon Expected To Play In Week 15

Denver Broncos running back Melvin Gordon (thumb, hip) is expected to play in Week 15 despite being listed as questionable, per ESPN's Adam Schefter. The 28-year-old veteran has 716 rushing yards, 166 receiving yards, nine total touchdowns, and two fumbles this season. Despite operating in a committee alongside Javonte Williams, Gordon has fantasy relevance as […]

Tony Pollard Expected To Play Sunday But Cowboys Will Be Cautious

Dallas Cowboys running back Tony Pollard (foot) is expected to suit up against the Giants in Week 15, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. However, the Cowboys "could have a slightly more cautious approach with him due to the injury," notes Schefter. It remains to be seen what type of workload he'll have, but fantasy managers […]

James Conner Expected To Suit Up Sunday

Arizona Cardinals running back James Conner (ankle) is expected to play on Sunday despite being listed as questionable, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. The 26-year-old missed some practice time this week but has yet to miss a game in 2021. That has been a blessing for fantasy managers who have benefitted from his 661 […]

Jermar Jefferson Heading For Significant Role In Week 14

Detroit Lions rookie running back Jermar Jefferson is in line to receive increased usage on Sunday. Both D'Andre Swift (shoulder) and Jamaal Williams (COVID-19) have been ruled out for Week 14, leaving rushing duties to Jefferson and Godwin Igwebuike. It remains to be seen what the workload will look like for the duo, but it […]

Gardner Minshew Expected To Draw Offseason Trade Interest

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Gardner Minshew is expected to generate significant trade interest this offseason, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. With the Eagles committing to Jalen Hurts as their starter for at least the rest of the season, an interesting decision awaits the team in regards to Minshew, who completed 20 of 25 passes […]

Derrick Henry Could Return In Week 18?

Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry (foot) is on track to return for the playoffs, but it's possible that he plays in Week 18 if the team needs a win, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Losing Henry in early November was a huge blow for the Titans, but they have managed to produce […]

Andy Dalton Expected To Be Inactive In Week 14

Chicago Bears quarterback Andy Dalton (hand) is expected to be inactive on Sunday, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Originally set to serve as Justin Fields' backup, Dalton will now find himself in street clothes for this week's primetime clash against the Packers. Nick Foles will serve as the backup. In terms of Dalton's […]

Tony Pollard Fighting To Play, Expected To Be Gametime Call

Dallas Cowboys running back Tony Pollard (foot) is fighting to play in Week 14, and although "there isn't a lot of optimism" surrounding his status, he is expected to be a gametime decision, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. A torn plantar fascia held Pollard out of practice completely this week, leading to his […]

Joe Mixon Expected To Play In Week 14

Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon (illness) is expected to play against the 49ers despite being listed as questionable, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Mixon has yet to miss a game this season, totaling 978 rushing yards, 192 receiving yards, and a whopping 14 total touchdowns. Fantasy managers should view him as a […]

Deebo Samuel Likely Playing On Sunday

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel (groin) is expected to play against the Bengals despite being listed as questionable, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. The 25-year-old exited Week 12 vs. the Vikings and hasn't played since, but that should change on Sunday. He has totaled 56 catches, 1,006 yards, and five touchdowns in […]

Sterling Shepard Expected To Play In Week 14

New York Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard (quad), who was listed as questionable, is expected to play against the Chargers on Sunday, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Shepard hasn't played since Week 8 but has looked impressive when healthy. Through parts of five games, he has caught 32 passes for 324 yards and one touchdown. […]