2026 Week 7 Fantasy Football Injury Preview

Your fantasy leagues are taking shape, and you’re probably in one of three situations: kicking ass, doing pretty well, or panicking.

Week 7 won’t make things any easier. Big names like Lamar Jackson and DeVonta Smith are sidelined, while others leave you with difficult lineup decisions. Can you trust Baker Mayfield coming off a dislocated throwing-hand thumb? What about 29-year-old Saquon Barkley returning from a hamstring injury?

That’s what I’m here for: to help you understand how these injuries could affect fantasy production and make those decisions with more confidence. Below, I break down 43 notable players dealing with injuries heading into Week 7.

Quarterbacks

Lamar Jackson — Left Ankle Sprain

Injury: Left ankle sprain — October 4, Week 4.

Practice Status: LP/LP/LP.

Expected Time Missed: Out Week 7, potential Week 8 return.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Tyler Huntley. Baltimore Ravens – baltimoreravens.com

Analysis: 

Lamar confirmed this week that he is dealing with a high ankle sprain, updating our earlier suspicion of a medial ankle sprain. His return to practice is encouraging, but he acknowledged that running remains painful and ultimately he won't play this week.

The videos of his walking generated considerable debate. My interpretation was a mild limp, including a lateral trunk shift and less controlled progression of his body weight over his left foot. Those deviations suggest he is still protecting the ankle, but a walking clip alone cannot tell us how effectively he can run, cut, or throw. Walking and running have different mechanics, so the same deviations may not appear equally pronounced in both.

For a right-handed passer, the left foot and ankle must provide a stable landing point as weight transfers forward. The right leg helps initiate that transfer, but quarterback throwing mechanics depend on coordinated movement throughout the lower body and trunk. 

When he returns to action, his rushing upside is the bigger concern. I would anticipate fewer designed runs and potentially less explosiveness when accelerating or changing direction. He could still pick up valuable yards when a scrambling lane opens, but escaping pressure and making sharp cuts may remain challenging.

Our high ankle sprain data for quarterbacks, covering 26 injury episodes, shows an average fantasy-point decline of 8%. That is a relatively modest decrease, but the sample includes pocket passers whose production depends less on rushing. I would anticipate a potentially larger decline for Lamar, although that is a player-specific projection rather than a finding from the data.

Baker Mayfield — Dislocated Right Thumb

Injury: Dislocated right thumb — September 27, Week 3.

Practice Status: FP/FP/FP.

Expected Time Missed: Expected to return Week 7 after missing three games; officially questionable.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Jalon Daniels.

Analysis: 

Baker is expected to return this week, nearly four weeks after dislocating the thumb on his throwing hand. This can be a difficult injury for a quarterback because grip strength and thumb mobility are essential for controlling the football. His full participation in practice is encouraging, but game conditions will provide a different test.

The practice clips looked encouraging to me, with Baker throwing the ball well in a controlled setting. My bigger concern is how confidently he can manipulate the ball under pressure: securing a snap, tucking it to scramble, then quickly repositioning his grip to throw. Completing scheduled throws in practice does not fully answer whether he has regained the dexterity to handle those rapid adjustments.

Ball security and accuracy are the main concerns. If pain, stiffness, or reduced grip strength persist, they could affect his ability to protect the football and produce a consistent release. Another direct hit to the thumb could also aggravate the injury, although we cannot quantify that risk from practice footage.

From a fantasy perspective, I would treat Baker as a desperation play this week, particularly in single-quarterback leagues. The uncertainty surrounding his throwing hand is compounded by Emeka Egbuka being ruled out, removing a key receiving option from an already challenging return.

Jordan Love — Back Injury

Injury: Back injury — reported during Week 7 preparation.

Practice Status: LP/FP/FP. Wednesday was estimated.

Expected Time Missed: None expected. No game designation.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Tyrod Taylor. 

Analysis: 

Love progressed to full practice Thursday and Friday and has no game designation. Back soreness and stiffness can occur after football, although Green Bay has not disclosed a specific diagnosis. His practice progression is reassuring, and I don’t expect this issue to meaningfully limit his fantasy production this week.

Malik Willis — Right Thumb Injury

Injury: Right thumb injury — reported during Week 7 preparation.

Practice Status: FP/FP/FP.

Expected Time Missed: None expected. No game designation.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Kyle McCord. 

Analysis: 

Willis was dealing with a mild right thumb issue but practiced in full all week.  Full practices suggest this was nothing major, and is not impacting stability, grip strength, ball manipulation, or accuracy.  No concerns here. 

Tyler Shough — Left Hand Fractures

Injury: Left hand fractures — October 5, Week 4.

Practice Status: FP/FP/FP.

Expected Time Missed: None expected. No game designation.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Spencer Rattler.

Analysis: 

Shough continues to play through two fractures in his left, non-throwing hand. Nearly three weeks after the injury, I would expect some improvement in pain, but reduced pain does not mean the fractures are fully healed. Protection remains important and may restrict his left-hand mobility.

That hasn’t prevented strong production: Shough finished as the QB2 last week. As a right-handed passer, he can compensate for some restriction in his left hand, although securing snaps and handling the ball still matter. I expect him to remain productive, with little reason to downgrade him significantly for this injury alone.

Running Backs

Saquon Barkley — Hamstring Injury

Injury: Hamstring injury — October 4, Week 4.

Practice Status:  LP / LP / LP

Expected Time Missed: Potential Week 7 return.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Dameon Pierce.

Analysis: 

Saquon has a real shot to return Monday night after resuming practice this week, and the Eagles desperately need him. Nearly three weeks after the injury, he may have recovered enough strength and function to play effectively, though the tissue is unlikely to be fully healed.

Our data set of 98 running back hamstring episodes shows no average decline in fantasy production upon return. That is encouraging, although it does not guarantee an unrestricted workload or eliminate individual risk. If he plays, I would be comfortable starting him.

The main concerns are reinjury risk, particularly early after returning, and the Monday kickoff. Have a Monday-night pivot ready if his availability remains uncertain, and keep him in your flex spot when possible to maximize replacement options.

Breece Hall — Quadriceps Injury

Injury: Quadriceps injury — September 27, Week 3.

Practice Status: DNP/LP/LP.

Expected Time Missed: Questionable Week 7.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Braelon Allen.

Analysis: 

Hall remains questionable after two limited practices as he works back from his Week 3 quad injury. The quadriceps are important for sprinting and cutting, and his extended absence suggests a meaningful injury.

Our data set of 47 running backs with quad injuries shows next to no average decline in fantasy production after returning. My bigger concern for Hall is workload. Braelon Allen has played well in his absence, giving New York an opportunity to ease Hall back into action.

Even if Hall is physically ready to produce, fewer snaps and touches could limit his fantasy output. If active, I would view him as an RB2 or flex option with a lower ceiling than usual this week.

Alvin Kamara — Back Injury

Injury: Back injury — ongoing from Week 6.

Practice Status: LP/LP/LP.

Expected Time Missed: None expected. No game designation.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Kendre Miller.

Analysis: 

Kamara appeared to aggravate his back after landing hard on his hip last week, but returned and delivered a 31-yard touchdown reception. He was limited throughout practice this week but has no game designation.

I expect a similar situation this week: he can still produce, although another aggravation remains a concern. Kamara is no longer an automatic start, but he remains a reasonable flex option in deeper leagues or a bye-week fill-in.

David Montgomery — Groin Injury

Injury: Groin injury — October 11, Week 5.

Practice Status: DNP/DNP/DNP.

Expected Time Missed: Out Week 7. Return date remains unannounced.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Woody Marks.

Analysis: 

Montgomery will miss another week with a groin injury. Houston is on a bye in Week 8, giving him another week to rehab before potentially returning in Week 9. 

Quinshon Judkins — Right Ankle Injury

Injury: Right ankle injury — October 11, Week 5.

Practice Status: LP/LP/FP.

Expected Time Missed: Expected to return Week 7. No game designation.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Dylan Sampson, if activated and available; Jaleel McLaughlin otherwise.

Analysis: 

Judkins will return after missing Week 6 with an injury to the same ankle that required surgery for a fractured fibula and dislocation last season. This injury appears far less severe, but his history gives me some additional concern.

Encouragingly, he practiced fully Friday and has no game designation. Our running back ankle injury data across 98 episodes shows almost no average change in fantasy production upon return, although that does not specifically account for his prior surgery.

Judkins has struggled to produce this season, but his practice progression is reassuring. He is a reasonable RB2 or flex option this week.

Jeremiyah Love — Left Ankle Sprain

Injury: Right ankle Injury

Practice Status: DNP/DNP/DNP.

Expected Time Missed: Out Week 7. No confirmed return date.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Tyler Allgeier; Bam Knight provides additional depth.

Analysis: 

Love will miss another game as his ankle injury continues to persist. Ankle injuries can affect a runner’s ability to confidently plant and change direction, which is critical for Love. Arizona is taking a cautious approach with its first-round pick and prioritizing his recovery.

Fantasy managers may appreciate that approach, as long as they are winning, as the goal is to have him healthier and available down the stretch. I remain optimistic about his outlook once he returns. Our running back data across 98 ankle injury episodes shows nearly no average decline in fantasy production. Reinjuries happen, but I view Arizona’s patience and Love’s youth as positives for his recovery.

Jordan Mason — Thumb Fracture

Injury: Thumb fracture — Week 1.

Practice Status: FP/FP/FP.

Expected Time Missed: Expected to play in Week 7.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Aaron Jones.

Analysis: 

After a strong Week 1, Mason has been sidelined following surgery on a fractured thumb. He practiced all week fully and is expected to play, 

At roughly six weeks out, he has had substantial time to heal and rebuild the dexterity and grip strength needed to secure and catch the ball. His full participation is encouraging, and I don’t expect meaningful functional limitations. The thumb injury should not directly affect his running ability. Mason has always been a solid runner, and I expect that to pick right back up.

Dylan Sampson — Knee Injury

Injury: Knee injury — September 13, Week 1.

Practice Status: LP/LP/FP.

Expected Time Missed: Expected to play in Week 7.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Quinshon Judkins; Jaleel McLaughlin for reserve work.

Analysis:  ​

Sampson is expected to return this week after missing five games with a knee injury. His progression to full practice Friday is encouraging after the extended absence.

From a fantasy perspective, his workload is the bigger question. With Judkins also returning, I would not expect Sampson to immediately receive enough touches to be a reliable starter. He is worth holding in deeper leagues, but I would keep him on the bench this week while we see how Cleveland uses him.

Jonah Coleman — High Ankle Sprain

Injury: Ankle injury — first reported September 23, before Week 3.

Practice Status: FP/FP/FP.

Expected Time Missed: Questionable for Week 7. 

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: J.K. Dobbins and RJ Harvey.

Analysis: 

Coleman was elevated off the injured reserve and is expected to return from a high ankle sprain this week. These injuries can affect ankle stability and the ability to quickly plant and change direction. However, Coleman has had several weeks to rehab, is just 23, and practiced fully all week. Those are encouraging signs that he can pick up where he left off.

Our data set of 60 running back high ankle sprain episodes shows no average fantasy drop-off. That deserves context: many backs struggle in their first game back, while others perform very well. The average does not tell the whole story.

Coleman returns to a three-way committee, and I expect a small workload while Dobbins and Harvey handle most of the heavy lifting. Fantasy managers should keep Coleman on the bench this week, but his anticipated return is encouraging.

Rico Dowdle — Knee Injury

Injury: Knee injury — reported during Week 7 preparation.

Practice Status: LP/LP/LP. Friday was estimated.

Expected Time Missed: Questionable Week 7.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Jaylen Warren.

Analysis: ​

Dowdle is questionable with a knee injury, a new issue after recently returning from his toe injury. He was limited Wednesday and Thursday, with Friday’s participation also estimated as limited after practice was canceled.

Without a specific diagnosis or a full practice, I have less confidence in how comfortably he will run and cut. His shared workload with Jaylen Warren adds another challenge. If active, Dowdle has not been useful this season and should still remain on the bench.

Brian Robinson Jr. — Hamstring Injury

Injury: Hamstring injury — first reported October 21.

Practice Status: LP/DNP/DNP.

Expected Time Missed: Out Week 7.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Bijan Robinson.

Analysis: ​

Robinson will miss Week 7 with a hamstring injury after going from limited participation Wednesday to missing Thursday and Friday. That progression is concerning, and I would not assume this will be just a one-game absence.

Our data set of 98 running back hamstring episodes shows no average decline in fantasy production upon return, but getting healthy enough to return is the first step. Keep Robinson out of lineups this week. His absence could open additional work for Bijan Robinson.

Zach Charbonnet — Left ACL Tear

Injury: Left ACL tear — January 17, 2026.

Practice Status: FP/FP/FP.

Expected Time Missed: Out Week 7 despite full practice participation.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Emanuel Wilson; George Holani remains the next back on Seattle’s published depth chart.

Analysis: 

Not quite yet for Charbs. Despite full practices all week, he will not play Sunday. Charbonnet is getting plenty of fantasy attention because Seattle’s struggling backfield creates an attractive opportunity on a strong team.

My concern is that he is just over eight months removed from ACL surgery. That is a quick turnaround, and returning to the field does not necessarily mean returning to his previous level of performance. Research shows reduced fantasy production among NFL running backs after ACL reconstruction, consistent with the concerns highlighted in our ACL injury data.

I think expecting Charbonnet to walk into 15-plus fantasy points per game down the stretch is far too optimistic. The opportunity is appealing, but I expect his recovery to limit how much he can capitalize on it this season. Will he score occasionally? Absolutely. But I would not rely on him as a major contributor to my fantasy backfield.

Mike Washington Jr. — Foot and Back Injuries

Injury: Foot and back injuries — first reported October 21.

Practice Status: LP/DNP/DNP.

Expected Time Missed: Questionable Week 7.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Ashton Jeanty.

Analysis: ​

Washington is questionable with foot and back injuries after missing Thursday and Friday’s practices, although the Raiders expect him to play. That optimism is encouraging, but the declining practice participation gives me some concern about how comfortably he will move.

Washington’s role was growing before this setback, but he still operates behind Ashton Jeanty. With both his health and workload uncertain, I would keep him on the bench this week. He remains a reasonable stash in deeper leagues.

Wide Receivers

Puka Nacua — Calf Injury

Injury: Calf injury — October 22 practice.

Practice Status: FP / LP / DNP .

Expected Time Missed: Questionable Week 7.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Konata Mumpfield and Jordan Whittington, with Davante Adams also unavailable.

Analysis: 

Going from unrestricted practice to limited participation to not practicing is not the trajectory we want. Puka injured his calf Thursday and missed Friday’s practice, leaving him questionable and at risk of missing Week 7 or playing with significant limitations.

Calf injuries are particularly difficult for receivers because of the muscle’s role in acceleration, sprinting, and jumping. Compensating for pain or weakness can make it difficult to perform at a high level.

Our data set of 44 receivers with calf injuries shows an average 27% decline in fantasy production in the first game after injury. That alone would not be enough for me to sit Puka if active, but the timing adds considerable concern. Three days offers very little recovery time, and I would expect pain and any injury-related strength loss to remain present, which is a concern. I would still start him if active, but with substantially lower expectations and a real risk of limited production.

Rashee Rice — Hamstring and Knee Injuries

Injury: Hamstring injury — October 4, Week 4; ongoing right knee issue.

Practice Status: DNP/DNP/DNP.

Expected Time Missed: Out Week 7. No confirmed return date.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Xavier Worthy; Jalen Royals.

Analysis: 

Rice did not appear close to playing this week after missing every practice and being ruled out. Our receiver hamstring data shows an average of 1.7 games missed. His continued inability to practice makes me concerned this is more than a mild strain, although his concurrent knee issue may also be contributing.

Rice remains a valuable part of Kansas City’s offense and should be a useful fantasy asset when he returns, but hamstring reinjury risk remains a concern, particularly early after returning. Keep him stashed, and we’ll reassess next week.

Mike Evans — Right Achilles and Rib Injuries

Injury: Right Achilles tendinitis aggravated October 19, Week 6; rib injury from Week 3.

Practice Status: DNP/DNP/DNP.

Expected Time Missed: Out Week 7.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Christian Kirk if available; Jordan Watkins.

Analysis: 

Evans did not finish last week’s game after aggravating his pre-existing Achilles tendinopathy and will miss Week 7. This is different from an Achilles tear, although an unhealthy tendon can be more vulnerable to rupture.

Achilles tendinopathy involves tendon pain and impaired function, with inflammation and degenerative changes potentially contributing. When irritated, it can make sprinting and cutting difficult. Symptoms often improve as the tendon warms up, which may help explain how Evans played well initially, but continued loading can aggravate it again.

I expect Evans to return sooner rather than later, though symptoms can and likely will linger for much of the season. With San Francisco undefeated and targeting a playoff run, I would not be surprised if the team takes a cautious approach and gives its 33-year-old receiver additional time to recover.

Deebo Samuel — Left Hamstring Injury

Injury: Left hamstring injury — October 11, Week 5.

Practice Status: DNP/DNP/DNP.

Expected Time Missed: Out Week 7.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Christian Kirk if available; Jordan Watkins.

Analysis: 

Deebo will miss another game with his hamstring injury. With San Francisco’s bye next week, he gets additional recovery time before a potential Week 9 return. That is encouraging for a player whose game relies heavily on acceleration and creating yards after the catch.

I still expect Deebo to be a useful fantasy asset when healthy, but hamstring reinjury risk is a concern early after returning. Keep him stashed through the bye, and we’ll reassess his practice progression before trusting him in lineups.

Christian Kirk — Calf Injury

Injury: Calf injury — preseason.

Practice Status: FP/FP/FP.

Expected Time Missed: Questionable Week 7; progressing toward his season debut.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Jordan Watkins, with Evans and Samuel already out.

Analysis: 

Kirk will finally make his season debut after being activated from injured reserve and having his questionable designation removed. A full week of practice is encouraging after his prolonged calf injury, and the absences of Evans and Deebo create an immediate opportunity.

Our data set of 44 receivers with calf injuries shows an average 27% decline in fantasy production in the first game back. Kirk has had substantial rehab time, but his workload and effectiveness remain untested in game conditions with San Francisco. I would consider him a deeper-league flex or bye-week fill-in, with the opportunity making him interesting despite the uncertainty.

Justin Jefferson — Left Ankle Sprain

Injury: Left ankle sprain — September 27, Week 3.

Practice Status: LP/FP/FP.

Expected Time Missed: None expected. No game designation.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Jordan Addison and Jauan Jennings.

Analysis: 

Jefferson had the bye week to continue rehabbing his ankle. Wednesday’s limited participation appears to have been precautionary, as he practiced fully Thursday and Friday and has no game designation.

He already produced well in Week 5 despite the injury, and the additional recovery time should help him continue trending toward his elite level of play. Start Jefferson confidently this week.

Emeka Egbuka — Concussion and Foot Injury

Injury: Concussion and foot injury — reported during Week 7 preparation.

Practice Status: DNP/DNP/LP.

Expected Time Missed: Out Week 7, potential Week 8 return.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Chris Godwin, Ted Hurst.

Analysis: 

Egbuka will miss Week 7 with a concussion and foot injury. He has not cleared concussion protocol and must do so before returning.

His foot/toe issue appears to be the lesser concern, with the concussion currently holding him back. If he clears protocol next week and the foot continues to improve, I would expect him to play in Week 8.

DeVonta Smith — Hamstring Injury

Injury: Hamstring injury — originally September 20, Week 2; listed again for Week 7.

Practice Status: DNP/DNP/DNP.

Expected Time Missed: Out for Week 7. Week 8 status is cloudy.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Hollywood Brown, Makai Lemon, Darius Cooper.

Analysis: 

Smith will miss more time with another apparent hamstring setback. This is a troubling pattern we have seen too many times. For a receiver who relies on downfield speed, repeated setbacks raise concerns about persistent weakness and whether the muscle can tolerate full-speed football at this time.

Hamstring reinjuries can involve lingering strength deficits and scar tissue, although we cannot confirm those changes in Smith specifically. My concern is that another quick return could bring reduced effectiveness, another aggravation, or both.

This could go several ways. Smith could return quickly and stay healthy, potentially while protecting the hamstring and playing less efficiently. He could suffer another setback. Or Philadelphia could give him substantial time to rehab, restore strength and range of motion, and address contributing factors before returning later in the season. I would favor that more patient approach. We’ll see which direction this takes.

Dontayvion Wicks — Ankle Injury

Injury: Ankle injury — reported October 22, Week 7.

Practice Status: DNP/DNP/DNP

Expected Time Missed: Out for Week 7, Week 8 Cloudy.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Makai Lemon, Hollywood Brown, Darius Cooper

Analysis: 

Wicks finished last week’s game despite an ankle injury but will miss Week 7 after failing to practice all week. He adds to Philadelphia’s lengthy injury list, and the lack of practice leaves his Week 8 availability uncertain.

Wicks has yet to establish himself as a reliable fantasy asset this season. There is little reason to rush him back into fantasy lineups, and we’ll watch his practice progression next week for a clearer return timeline.

Christian Watson — Ankle Injury

Injury: Ankle injury — reported during Week 7 preparation.

Practice Status: LP/LP/LP. Wednesday was estimated.

Expected Time Missed: None expected. No game designation.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Matthew Golden and Savion Williams.

Analysis: 

Watson has no game designation despite being limited throughout the week with an ankle injury. He played 88% of the snaps last week, and that workload, combined with his clearance, suggests this is a mild issue unlikely to meaningfully limit him.

I would not apply the average 14% decline in fantasy production for receivers returning from ankle injuries to Watson this week. He is enjoying the best season of his career, and I expect that success to continue despite the ankle issue.

Matthew Golden — Shoulder Injury

Injury: Shoulder injury — reported during Week 7 preparation.

Practice Status: LP/LP/LP. Wednesday was estimated.

Expected Time Missed: None expected. No game designation.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Christian Watson and Savion Williams.

Analysis: ​

Golden was limited throughout the week with a shoulder injury but has no game designation. That is reassuring, particularly after consecutive 100-yard receiving performances.

Our receiver shoulder injury data shows an average 16% decline in fantasy production after injury, but I would not automatically apply that to Golden. His clearance and recent production give me little reason to expect a meaningful setback. I would keep him in fantasy lineups this week.

George Pickens — Shoulder Injury

Injury: Shoulder injury — first reported October 22.

Practice Status: LP/FP/FP

Expected Time Missed: Expected to play in Week 7.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: CeeDee Lamb, Ryan Flournoy.

Analysis: 

Pickens has no game designation after returning to full practice, suggesting his shoulder issue is mild and unlikely to meaningfully affect his fantasy production.

Our receiver shoulder injury data shows an average 16% decline in fantasy production after injury, but his practice progression gives me confidence he can avoid that type of hit. I would start Pickens confidently this week.

Tank Dell — Left Knee Injury

Injury: Left knee dislocation with multiple ligament injuries — December 21, 2024.

Practice Status: FP/FP/FP.

Expected Time Missed: Expected to return Week 7; officially questionable.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Jaylin Noel.

Analysis: 

Dell has been activated from injured reserve and is expected to play for the first time since his devastating knee injury in December 2024. His full practices are encouraging, but returning to football after such a prolonged absence is a major step.

This was a complex injury involving multiple ligaments, so I would not treat it like an isolated ACL recovery or assume his previous explosiveness will immediately return. Houston is expected to ease him back with a light snap count. Keep Dell on the bench this week, but his return makes him an interesting stash while we assess his movement and workload.

Calvin Ridley — Hip Injury

Injury: Hip injury — reported during Week 7 preparation.

Practice Status: LP/DNP/DNP.

Expected Time Missed: Questionable Week 7.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Carnell Tate and Wan’Dale Robinson.

Analysis: ​

Ridley is questionable after going from limited participation Wednesday to missing Thursday and Friday with a hip injury. That is an unfavorable progression heading into Sunday.

Hip injuries can impact a receiver's ability to change direction and hit top speed. Ridley belongs on the waivers anyway.

Jaylen Waddle — Chest Injury

Injury: Chest injury — October 15, Week 6.

Practice Status: LP/LP/FP.

Expected Time Missed: None expected. No game designation.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Courtland Sutton and Marvin Mims Jr.

Analysis: 

Waddle has been abysmal this season, but this mild chest issue should not be the reason if that trend continues. He practiced fully Friday and has no game designation.

Chest injuries can make twisting, reaching overhead, and absorbing contact uncomfortable, but his full participation suggests these are unlikely to meaningfully limit him. Our data set of 62 receivers with chest injuries shows no average change in fantasy production. My concerns with Waddle are about his production, not this injury.

Jordan Addison — Hamstring Injury

Injury: Hamstring injury — ongoing; original date not established.

Practice Status: FP/FP/FP.

Expected Time Missed: None expected. No game designation.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Jauan Jennings; Justin Jefferson

Analysis: ​

Addison returns after missing Week 5 with a hamstring injury and benefiting from Minnesota’s bye. He practiced fully all week and has no game designation, which is encouraging for his ability to run routes at full speed.

Hamstring reinjury risk remains a concern early after returning, but three unrestricted practices give me confidence in his readiness. I would consider Addison a flex option this week, with target competition from Jefferson a bigger concern than his practice progression.

KC Concepcion — Calf and Quadriceps Injuries

Injury: Calf and quadriceps injuries — reported during Week 7 preparation.

Practice Status: LP/LP/FP.

Expected Time Missed: None expected. No game designation.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Isaiah Bond, Jerry Jeudy, Denzel Boston

Analysis: ​

Concepcion progressed to full practice Friday and has no game designation after managing calf and quad injuries. Both muscle groups are important for acceleration and changing direction, but his improved participation is reassuring.

Our receiver calf injury data shows an average 27% decline in fantasy production in the first game after injury, though I would not automatically apply that to Concepcion given his practice progression. He remains a deeper-league option rather than a reliable starter, with his role and workload still important considerations.

Denzel Boston — Foot Injury

Injury: Foot injury 

Practice Status: LP/LP/FP.

Expected Time Missed: None expected. No game designation.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Jerry Jeudy and KC Concepcion.

Analysis: 

Boston’s upgrade to full practice Friday and lack of a game designation give me confidence that his foot injury is relatively mild. More significant foot injuries can limit a receiver’s ability to separate and get downfield, but I do not expect substantial limitations for Boston.

Still, our sample of 33 receivers with foot injuries shows an average 44% decline in fantasy production in the first game after injury. I would not expect Boston to take that large a hit given his practice progression, but it adds some caution. I would view him as a fringe WR3 or flex this week.

Adonai Mitchell — Finger Injury

Injury: Finger injury — September 24, Week 3.

Practice Status: LP/LP/FP.

Expected Time Missed: None expected. No game designation.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Garrett Wilson.

Analysis: 

Mitchell is cleared to play after surgery on one of his fingers.  He has three games, which buys him substantial time to get the swelling under control and regain dexterity in his finger.  I would expect him to play unaffected. 

Tight Ends

Brock Bowers — Hamstring and Calf Injuries

Injury: Hamstring and calf injuries — reported October 21.

Practice Status: LP/FP/FP.

Expected Time Missed: None expected. No game designation.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Michael Mayer.

Analysis: 

The machine that is Brock Bowers will play through hamstring and calf injuries that appear mild. He practiced fully Thursday and Friday and has no game designation, giving me confidence that neither issue is significantly limiting him.

Reinjury remains a concern, but I would not expect a meaningful performance dip. Bowers remains a dominant TE1.

Travis Kelce — Right Ankle Injury

Injury: Right ankle injury — October 18, Week 6.

Practice Status: LP/LP/LP.

Expected Time Missed: None expected. No game designation.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Noah Gray.

Analysis:

Tyler Warren — Groin Injury

Injury: Groin injury — October 16, before Week 6.

Practice Status: DNP/DNP/DNP.

Expected Time Missed: Out Week 7, potential return Week 8-9.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Mo Alie-Cox and Drew Ogletree.

Analysis:

Warren remains sidelined by the groin injury he suffered last week. He missed practice all week and has been ruled out, leaving his Week 8 availability uncertain.

Our tight end groin injury data shows an average of just 0.6 games missed. His inability to practice raises concern that this may be more significant than the typical episode in our sample. We’ll monitor his practice progression closely next week.

Dallas Goedert — Right MCL Sprain

Injury: Right knee MCL sprain — September 20, Week 2.

Practice Status: Thursday DNP / Friday DNP / Saturday pending.

Expected Time Missed: Week 7 availability pending Saturday’s final report.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Johnny Mundt

Analysis: ​

Goedert practiced fully Saturday and has no game designation after missing the first two practices. He reportedly tweaked the same knee that sidelined him earlier this season, so another aggravation remains a concern, but the full practice is reassuring.

With DeVonta Smith and Dontayvion Wicks out, Philadelphia could lean heavily on Goedert in the passing game. I would start him as a TE1, with the potential opportunity outweighing my concern about the knee this week.

T.J. Hockenson — Concussion

Injury: Concussion — October 11, Week 5.

Practice Status: FP/FP/FP.

Expected Time Missed: None expected. No game designation.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Gavin Bartholomew.

Analysis: 

Hockenson has cleared the concussion protocol.  There is no expected change in fantasy points. 

Dalton Schultz — Quadriceps Injury

Injury: Quadriceps injury — reported during Week 7 preparation.

Practice Status: DNP/LP/FP.

Expected Time Missed: None expected. No game designation.

Primary Beneficiary If Time Missed: Cade Stover; Brevin Jordan.

Analysis: ​

Schultz progressed from not practicing Wednesday to limited Thursday and full Friday and has no game designation. That is the progression we want to see with a quad injury and suggests it is unlikely to meaningfully limit him.

Reinjury is still possible with muscle injuries, but I would not significantly downgrade Schultz because of the quad. He remains a streaming option or bye-week replacement, with his target volume a bigger consideration than the injury.