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Championship week in most fantasy leagues brings about quite a few tricky lineup decisions for managers who are still playing meaningful games.
Week 17 features games on five different days of the week, and injuries to would-be fantasy starters like Isaac Guerendo, Jalen Hurts, Jaylen Waddle, and Davante Adams, among others, only further complicate setting lineups.
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Jalen Hurts and Kenny Pickett Injury Updates
The Philadelphia Eagles will be without quarterback Jalen Hurts (concussion) on Sunday against Dallas, leaving Kenny Pickett (rib) as the projected starter.
The club officially ruled out Hurts, while Pickett was left off the injury report, leaving the former first-round pick on track to make his first start for Philadelphia. He'll be backed up by quarterback Tanner McKee.
Jalen Hurts (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday.
— Dave Zangaro (@DZangaroNBCS) December 27, 2024
Alvin Kamara Injury Update
The New Orleans Saints ruled out Alvin Kamara (groin) for Sunday's game against the Las Vegas Raiders on their final injury report of the week.
New Orleans has little reason to rush Kamara back onto the field, much to the dismay of managers rostering him. Running back Kendre Miller led the team in carries last week, but with starting quarterback Derek Carr (hand) also out, starting anybody left in this offense is a risk.
Saints ruled out RB Alvin Kamara and QB Derek Carr for Sunday’s game vs. the Raiders.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 27, 2024
Malik Nabers Injury Update
New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (toe) is questionable to play against Indianapolis, according to the club's final injury report.
Managers will have to watch this situation closely. Nabers is an easy starter when he plays, but with the Giants in pole position for the No. 1 overall pick, they might not be in a hurry to rush the star rookie back into the lineup.
GIANTS WEEK 17 GAME STATUSES
Out:
▪️S Raheem Layne (Knee)
▪️LB Micah McFadden (Neck)
▪️C John Michael Schmitz (Ankle)
▪️CB Greg Stroman (Shoulder/Shin)Questionable:
▪️WR Malik Nabers (Toe)
▪️OL Austin Schlottmann* (Fibula)
▪️DL Armon Watts* (Shoulder)
▪️CB Dee Williams (Toe)… pic.twitter.com/VbX7Qr4DBo— Dan Salomone (@Dan_Salomone) December 27, 2024
Drake London Injury Update
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London (knee) does not have an injury status before Sunday's game against Washington.
London now looks set to play, giving quarterback Michael Penix Jr. his top target and managers a promising WR2 candidate in this matchup.
Falcons injury report: Offense with a clean bill of health on Week 17 game report, secondary without a couple depth pieces https://t.co/BivwgBc4Ez
— Tori McElhaney (@tori_mcelhaney) December 27, 2024
Cade Otton Injury Update
Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Cade Otton (knee) will not play in Week 17 against the Carolina Panthers, according to the final injury report.
Otton also missed last week's game, during which backup tight end Payne Durham drew seven targets, catching five for 29 yards.
TE Cade Otton, S Antoine Winfield Jr. and WR Sterling Shepard are all OUT for #Bucs in Week 17.
— Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) December 27, 2024
Anthony Richardson Injury Update
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson (back, foot) is officially questionable to play in Week 17 against the New York Giants.
The second-year quarterback did not practice at all this week, which is typically not a good sign. Veteran quarterback Joe Flacco would start for Indianapolis if Richardson is ruled out.
Colts HC Shane Steichen: QB Anthony Richardson (back/foot) questionable vs. Giants. 'We'll see how next 48 hours go.' Did not practice this week.
— Mike Chappell (@mchappell51) December 27, 2024
Chuba Hubbard Injury Update
Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard (knee) is officially questionable to play against Tampa Bay, according to the team's final Week 17 injury report.
Hubbard has been excellent with two top-10 finishes in the past three weeks, and while he's expected to play, managers should check his status Sunday morning. If Hubbard is ruled out, Raheem Blackshear is likely the next option with Jonathon Brooks and Miles Sanders both on injured reserve.
Week 17 Friday Injury Report: Josey Jewell outhttps://t.co/Kl4kNGdyFh
— Carolina Panthers (@Panthers) December 27, 2024
Jaylen Waddle and Tyreek Hill Injury Updates
Receivers Jaylen Waddle (knee) and Tyreek Hill (wrist) of the Miami Dolphins are questionable to play Sunday against the Cleveland Browns, according to the final injury report.
Waddle missed last week's game because of the injury, during which running back De'Von Achane and tight end Jonnu Smith both caught six passes, while rookie receiver Malik Washington drew four targets. But if both Waddle and Hill can play Sunday, it should be business as usual for the Miami offense.
#Dolphins WRs Tyreek Hill (wrist) and Jaylen Waddle (knee) are both questionable for Sunday vs. Cleveland.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) December 27, 2024
Terry McLaurin Injury Update
Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin (ankle) does not appear on the team's final injury report before playing Atlanta in Week 17.
The lack of designation was a great sign for quarterback Jayden Daniels' top target and for managers penciling him in as a high-end WR2 option this week.
#Commanders CB Marshon Lattimore is out for Sunday night vs. Atlanta because of his chronic hamstring issue.
WR Terry McLaurin (ankle) is good to go.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) December 27, 2024
David Njoku and Cedric Tillman and Injury Updates
The Cleveland Browns already have ruled out wide receiver Cedric Tillman (concussion) and tight end David Njoku (knee) to play against Miami in Week 17.
Njoku returned from a hamstring injury last week only to suffer a new injury, while Tillman hasn't played since Week 12. Jerry Jeudy and Elijah Moore should again be the top two targets with Jordan Akins filling in for Njoku.
Browns Game status:
J. Winston - questionable
D. Njoku - out
O. Okoronkwo - out
C. Tillman - out— Tom Withers (@twithersAP) December 27, 2024
Davante Adams Injury Update
The New York Jets listed Davante Adams (hip) as questionable to play the Buffalo Bills on Sunday.
For what it's worth, Adams told reporters he feels good about his chances. If he doesn't play, receiver Garrett Wilson should be due for an increase in targets with Allen Lazard filling in also.
Davante Adams says he’s “optimistic” about his chances for Sunday. Doesn’t look good for Sauce Gardner. #Jets are hopeful on Quinnen Williams. Greg Zuerlein is back, replaces Anders Carlson. pic.twitter.com/WV0271ZNdV
— Rich Cimini (@RichCimini) December 27, 2024
Isaac Guerendo Injury Update
San Francisco 49ers running back Isaac Guerendo (foot, hamstring) was a limited participant in Friday's practice before playing the Detroit Lions on Monday.
Managers will have to wait for the final injury report on Saturday, but back-to-back practices are a good sign. Running back Patrick Taylor Jr. earned the most carries without Guerendo last week.
#49ers Thursday participation report: pic.twitter.com/bSuy0jMbEc
— Nick Wagoner (@nwagoner) December 27, 2024
J.K. Dobbins Injury Update
The Los Angeles Chargers officially activated running back J.K. Dobbins (knee) on Friday, just in time for him to play Saturday against the New England Patriots.
With fellow running back Gus Edwards (ankle) out for the game, Dobbins should take over his starting role, but whether he gets his full normal workload right away is up for conjecture. Backups Kimani Vidal and Hassan Haskins could remain involved as well.
Help on the way: The #Chargers are activating RB JK Dobbins from IR, paving the way for him to play against the #Patriots, per me and @TomPelissero.
A top candidate for Comeback Player of the Year, Dobbins leads the team with 8 TDs. Now, he’s back to add to it. pic.twitter.com/iEa45hKCAZ
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) December 27, 2024
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