Courtesy of Footballguys.com
OAK - QB Derek Carr could miss 2-6 weeks
Source: Las Vegas Review-Journal - Michael Gehlken
Oakland Raiders QB Derek Carr (back) has a transverse process fracture in his back and likely will miss at least the Week 5 game, according to head coach Jack Del Rio. The typical recovery time for Carr's injury is two to six weeks.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
We'll see E.J. Manuel in as the starter for the Raiders while Carr is out, and that hurts their skill position players. Carr could miss the next few games as he deals with this injury.
Back to Top
MIN - RB Dalvin Cook's season over
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
Updating previous reports, Minnesota Vikings RB Dalvin Cook (knee) will miss the rest of the season with a torn anterior cruciate ligament, according to head coach Mike Zimmer. He will require surgery.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Bad news for Vikings fans and fantasy owners here. Cook was off to a tremendous start during his rookie season, compiling 354 rushing yards (4.8 YPC), two rushing touchdowns and 10 catches for 90 yards in less than four full games. We should see Cook return to action sometime in 2018 during training camp. In the meantime, the Vikings turn to Latavius Murray as their featured back. Murray signed a three-year, $15 million contract this offseason but has been slowed by ankle issues.
Back to Top
MIN - RB Latavius Murray not 100 percent
Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune - Ben Goessling
Minnesota Vikings RB Latavius Murray (ankle) said his ankle isn't 100 percent after offseason surgery, but he's ready for a big workload if needed in Week 5.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
The team needs Murray to come through now that rookie RB Dalvin Cook is done for the year. Murray is a big, swift runner who can be tough to bring down once he builds a head of steam. He's also capable as a receiver out of the backfield. Fantasy owners in need of RB help can likely go to the wire and snare Murray now. He's got RB2 potential every week just based off workload.
Back to Top
MIN - RB Jerick McKinnon left with ankle injury
Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune - Andrew Krammer
Minnesota Vikings RB Jerick McKinnon (ankle) left the game Sunday, Oct. 1, due to an ankle injury.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
McKinnon will continue as the change-of-pace back for the Vikings. We will see Latavius Murray take over as the team's starter now that Dalvin Cook (knee) is done for the year.
Back to Top
CHI - QB Mitchell Trubisky taking over
Source: ESPN.com - Dan Graziano and Adam Schefter
Chicago Bears QB Mitchell Trubisky will take over as the starting quarterback in Week 5 against the Minnesota Vikings, according to sources.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Trubisky has flashed when on the field, but that was during the preseason and things are going to be much different in the regular season. Even if/when the rookie struggles, he's likely to be a better option than the constant turnover that was Mike Glennon. The Bears pass-catchers might get a slight uptick in production now that the quarterback position is likely improved.
Back to Top
BUF - WR Jordan Matthews likely out a month
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Updating previous reports, Buffalo Bills WR Jordan Matthews (thumb) is expected to undergo thumb surgery to have a pin inserted, and he could miss a month.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
This is a blow to the Bills passing game as things were just starting to take shape for Tyrod Taylor and company. With Matthews down, the team turns to rookie Zay Jones as the primary player at the position. However, we should see plenty of targets for TE Charles Clay and RB LeSean McCoy...perhaps now more than ever. Opposite Jones, Andre Holmes or Kaelin Clay might get some more looks.
Back to Top
TEN - QB Marcus Mariota day-to-day
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Tennessee Titans QB Marcus Mariota (hamstring) is considered day-to-day because of the hamstring strain he suffered in Week 4, according to a source.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
It's early in the week, but Mariota could be a game-time decision in Week 5. Titans head coach Mike Mularkey has indicated that both Mariota and Matt Cassel will be prepped as the starter in practice this week.
Back to Top
TB - RB Doug Martin added to roster
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Doug Martin was activated from the Reserve/Suspended list Monday, Oct. 2.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Martin is back in action for the Buccaneers, and he should take over as the team's primary ball carrier upon his return to game action. Each week, fantasy owners know that Martin has RB1 potential but it may take some time to get him into football shape. We could see Martin on a snap count if the team wants to ease him back into action in Week 5.
Back to Top
SEA - RB Thomas Rawls next in line to start?
Source: ESPN.com - Brady Henderson
Seattle Seahawks RB Thomas Rawls was a healthy scratch in Week 4, but head coach Pete Carroll seemed to suggest he would get the nod over Eddie Lacy in the wake of Chris Carson's 'significant' leg injury.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
That's the way it seems, and fantasy owners that can choose between the two could go with Rawls. The two have a combined 10 carries for seven yards in 2017, but there could be enough volume here to be flex worthy if you need RB help from the waiver wire.
Back to Top
ATL - WR Mohamed Sanu could miss 2-3 weeks
Source: ESPN.com - Vaughn McClure
Atlanta Falcons WR Mohamed Sanu (hamstring) underwent an MRI on Monday, Oct. 2, and is expected to miss two or three weeks with a hamstring injury he suffered in Week 4.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
We've got good news on Julio Jones (hip) but that's not the case with Sanu. His hamstring needs proper time to heal or it could linger as the year goes on. With Sanu out, it leads to more opportunity for guys like Taylor Gabriel or Justin Hardy.
Back to Top
ATL - WR Julio Jones likely fine
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Updating previous reports, Atlanta Falcons WR Julio Jones (hip) isn't expected to miss playing time with the Week 5 bye, according to a source.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Whew! Good news for the Falcons and fantasy owners here. Jones was hurt with a hip flexor injury in the second quarter, and the team ruled him out after halftime. With a Week 5 bye, the Falcons superstar WR will have plenty of time to get healthy.
Back to Top
SEA - RB Chris Carson placed on IR
Source: The Seattle Times - Bob Condotta
Seattle Seahawks RB Chris Carson (ankle, leg) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Monday, Oct. 2.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Carson is eligible to return in eight weeks but we're not counting on it. If all goes well during his recovery, the Seahawks might choose to bring Carson back if they make a postseason run. Seattle moves forward with Thomas Rawls or Eddie Lacy as the primary back with C.J. Prosise as the change-of-pace back.
Back to Top
CAR - TE Greg Olsen out of walking boot
Source: Charlotte Observer - Joseph Person
Carolina Panthers TE Greg Olsen (foot) is no longer wearing a boot on his surgically repaired foot and said his recovery is going well.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
It's a good sign for Olsen as he continues to recover. The Panthers could designate him as one of their two players to return from IR. If healthy, Olsen can practice in four weeks and return to the playing field in six weeks.
Back to Top
CLE - WR Kenny Britt almost benched
Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot
Cleveland Browns head coach Hue Jackson said WR Kenny Britt probably should have been benched in Week 4, but the team had injuries at the position during the game.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
There's a vote of confidence. Britt has been targeted 18 times over the last two weeks after only getting targeted five times over the first two games of 2017. As the Browns get healthier at the WR position, they'll use Britt less and less.
Back to Top
NE - RB Rex Burkhead limited Monday
Source: Patriots.com
New England Patriots RB Rex Burkhead (ribs) was limited during practice Wednesday, Oct. 2.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Burkhead has missed the last two weeks due to this injury. Ribs injuries are always about dealing with pain. The Patriots will work out Burkhead this week to see how he responds.
Back to Top
17. BAL - RB Alex Collins working on fumbling issues
Source: ESPN.com - Jamison Hensley
Baltimore Ravens RB Alex Collins is working with the coaching staff on how his holding the ball in hopes of cutting down on his fumbles. He has fumbled twice in 25 carries this season.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Collins has talent as a ball carrier, but it doesn't matter if you put the rock on the carpet. He's posted 164 rushing yards over the last two weeks (both 9-carry, 82-yard performances) and is averaging 8.2 yards per carry in 2017.
Back to Top
TEN - WR Corey Davis expected to sit again
Source: TitansOnline.com - Jim Wyatt
Tennessee Titans WR Corey Davis (hamstring) is making progress in his rehab but likely will not be able to play in Week 5, according to head coach Mike Mularkey.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Davis is now going to miss three games in a row with this hamstring injury. It's good the Titans are not rushing him back, but it's bad for fantasy owners hanging onto him and holding out hope for the talented rookie. In shallow bench leagues you should've dropped Davis if you need WR help.
Back to Top
NYG - RB Paul Perkins X-rays negative
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
New York Giants RB Paul Perkins (ribs) had X-rays on his bruised ribs, which were negative. It's likely to be a pain tolerance issue moving forward.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Ribs injuries always come down to how much pain a player can deal with and play through. Even when healthy, Perkins hasn't been impressing for the Giants. Rookie Wayne Gallman got into the game when Perkins was hurt and looked better. The Giants aren't running the ball well, so expect changes to be made which could include more carries for Gallman or Orleans Darkwa.
Back to Top
Source: footballguys.com
OAK - QB Derek Carr could miss 2-6 weeks
Source: Las Vegas Review-Journal - Michael Gehlken
Oakland Raiders QB Derek Carr (back) has a transverse process fracture in his back and likely will miss at least the Week 5 game, according to head coach Jack Del Rio. The typical recovery time for Carr's injury is two to six weeks.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
We'll see E.J. Manuel in as the starter for the Raiders while Carr is out, and that hurts their skill position players. Carr could miss the next few games as he deals with this injury.
Back to Top
MIN - RB Dalvin Cook's season over
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
Updating previous reports, Minnesota Vikings RB Dalvin Cook (knee) will miss the rest of the season with a torn anterior cruciate ligament, according to head coach Mike Zimmer. He will require surgery.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Bad news for Vikings fans and fantasy owners here. Cook was off to a tremendous start during his rookie season, compiling 354 rushing yards (4.8 YPC), two rushing touchdowns and 10 catches for 90 yards in less than four full games. We should see Cook return to action sometime in 2018 during training camp. In the meantime, the Vikings turn to Latavius Murray as their featured back. Murray signed a three-year, $15 million contract this offseason but has been slowed by ankle issues.
Back to Top
MIN - RB Latavius Murray not 100 percent
Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune - Ben Goessling
Minnesota Vikings RB Latavius Murray (ankle) said his ankle isn't 100 percent after offseason surgery, but he's ready for a big workload if needed in Week 5.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
The team needs Murray to come through now that rookie RB Dalvin Cook is done for the year. Murray is a big, swift runner who can be tough to bring down once he builds a head of steam. He's also capable as a receiver out of the backfield. Fantasy owners in need of RB help can likely go to the wire and snare Murray now. He's got RB2 potential every week just based off workload.
Back to Top
MIN - RB Jerick McKinnon left with ankle injury
Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune - Andrew Krammer
Minnesota Vikings RB Jerick McKinnon (ankle) left the game Sunday, Oct. 1, due to an ankle injury.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
McKinnon will continue as the change-of-pace back for the Vikings. We will see Latavius Murray take over as the team's starter now that Dalvin Cook (knee) is done for the year.
Back to Top
CHI - QB Mitchell Trubisky taking over
Source: ESPN.com - Dan Graziano and Adam Schefter
Chicago Bears QB Mitchell Trubisky will take over as the starting quarterback in Week 5 against the Minnesota Vikings, according to sources.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Trubisky has flashed when on the field, but that was during the preseason and things are going to be much different in the regular season. Even if/when the rookie struggles, he's likely to be a better option than the constant turnover that was Mike Glennon. The Bears pass-catchers might get a slight uptick in production now that the quarterback position is likely improved.
Back to Top
BUF - WR Jordan Matthews likely out a month
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Updating previous reports, Buffalo Bills WR Jordan Matthews (thumb) is expected to undergo thumb surgery to have a pin inserted, and he could miss a month.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
This is a blow to the Bills passing game as things were just starting to take shape for Tyrod Taylor and company. With Matthews down, the team turns to rookie Zay Jones as the primary player at the position. However, we should see plenty of targets for TE Charles Clay and RB LeSean McCoy...perhaps now more than ever. Opposite Jones, Andre Holmes or Kaelin Clay might get some more looks.
Back to Top
TEN - QB Marcus Mariota day-to-day
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Tennessee Titans QB Marcus Mariota (hamstring) is considered day-to-day because of the hamstring strain he suffered in Week 4, according to a source.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
It's early in the week, but Mariota could be a game-time decision in Week 5. Titans head coach Mike Mularkey has indicated that both Mariota and Matt Cassel will be prepped as the starter in practice this week.
Back to Top
TB - RB Doug Martin added to roster
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Doug Martin was activated from the Reserve/Suspended list Monday, Oct. 2.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Martin is back in action for the Buccaneers, and he should take over as the team's primary ball carrier upon his return to game action. Each week, fantasy owners know that Martin has RB1 potential but it may take some time to get him into football shape. We could see Martin on a snap count if the team wants to ease him back into action in Week 5.
Back to Top
SEA - RB Thomas Rawls next in line to start?
Source: ESPN.com - Brady Henderson
Seattle Seahawks RB Thomas Rawls was a healthy scratch in Week 4, but head coach Pete Carroll seemed to suggest he would get the nod over Eddie Lacy in the wake of Chris Carson's 'significant' leg injury.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
That's the way it seems, and fantasy owners that can choose between the two could go with Rawls. The two have a combined 10 carries for seven yards in 2017, but there could be enough volume here to be flex worthy if you need RB help from the waiver wire.
Back to Top
ATL - WR Mohamed Sanu could miss 2-3 weeks
Source: ESPN.com - Vaughn McClure
Atlanta Falcons WR Mohamed Sanu (hamstring) underwent an MRI on Monday, Oct. 2, and is expected to miss two or three weeks with a hamstring injury he suffered in Week 4.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
We've got good news on Julio Jones (hip) but that's not the case with Sanu. His hamstring needs proper time to heal or it could linger as the year goes on. With Sanu out, it leads to more opportunity for guys like Taylor Gabriel or Justin Hardy.
Back to Top
ATL - WR Julio Jones likely fine
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Updating previous reports, Atlanta Falcons WR Julio Jones (hip) isn't expected to miss playing time with the Week 5 bye, according to a source.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Whew! Good news for the Falcons and fantasy owners here. Jones was hurt with a hip flexor injury in the second quarter, and the team ruled him out after halftime. With a Week 5 bye, the Falcons superstar WR will have plenty of time to get healthy.
Back to Top
SEA - RB Chris Carson placed on IR
Source: The Seattle Times - Bob Condotta
Seattle Seahawks RB Chris Carson (ankle, leg) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Monday, Oct. 2.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Carson is eligible to return in eight weeks but we're not counting on it. If all goes well during his recovery, the Seahawks might choose to bring Carson back if they make a postseason run. Seattle moves forward with Thomas Rawls or Eddie Lacy as the primary back with C.J. Prosise as the change-of-pace back.
Back to Top
CAR - TE Greg Olsen out of walking boot
Source: Charlotte Observer - Joseph Person
Carolina Panthers TE Greg Olsen (foot) is no longer wearing a boot on his surgically repaired foot and said his recovery is going well.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
It's a good sign for Olsen as he continues to recover. The Panthers could designate him as one of their two players to return from IR. If healthy, Olsen can practice in four weeks and return to the playing field in six weeks.
Back to Top
CLE - WR Kenny Britt almost benched
Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot
Cleveland Browns head coach Hue Jackson said WR Kenny Britt probably should have been benched in Week 4, but the team had injuries at the position during the game.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
There's a vote of confidence. Britt has been targeted 18 times over the last two weeks after only getting targeted five times over the first two games of 2017. As the Browns get healthier at the WR position, they'll use Britt less and less.
Back to Top
NE - RB Rex Burkhead limited Monday
Source: Patriots.com
New England Patriots RB Rex Burkhead (ribs) was limited during practice Wednesday, Oct. 2.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Burkhead has missed the last two weeks due to this injury. Ribs injuries are always about dealing with pain. The Patriots will work out Burkhead this week to see how he responds.
Back to Top
17. BAL - RB Alex Collins working on fumbling issues
Source: ESPN.com - Jamison Hensley
Baltimore Ravens RB Alex Collins is working with the coaching staff on how his holding the ball in hopes of cutting down on his fumbles. He has fumbled twice in 25 carries this season.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Collins has talent as a ball carrier, but it doesn't matter if you put the rock on the carpet. He's posted 164 rushing yards over the last two weeks (both 9-carry, 82-yard performances) and is averaging 8.2 yards per carry in 2017.
Back to Top
TEN - WR Corey Davis expected to sit again
Source: TitansOnline.com - Jim Wyatt
Tennessee Titans WR Corey Davis (hamstring) is making progress in his rehab but likely will not be able to play in Week 5, according to head coach Mike Mularkey.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Davis is now going to miss three games in a row with this hamstring injury. It's good the Titans are not rushing him back, but it's bad for fantasy owners hanging onto him and holding out hope for the talented rookie. In shallow bench leagues you should've dropped Davis if you need WR help.
Back to Top
NYG - RB Paul Perkins X-rays negative
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
New York Giants RB Paul Perkins (ribs) had X-rays on his bruised ribs, which were negative. It's likely to be a pain tolerance issue moving forward.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Ribs injuries always come down to how much pain a player can deal with and play through. Even when healthy, Perkins hasn't been impressing for the Giants. Rookie Wayne Gallman got into the game when Perkins was hurt and looked better. The Giants aren't running the ball well, so expect changes to be made which could include more carries for Gallman or Orleans Darkwa.
Back to Top
Source: footballguys.com