Injuries are unfortunately part of football, and they certainly impact fantasy football. But rather than throwing up your hands in hopelessness, know that you have an injury resource that can set you apart from your leaguemates. Pro Football Doc has you covered when it comes to everything NFL injuries. Pro Football Doc is led by David J. Chao, an ex-NFL head team doctor who spent 17+years that role.
Among their many offerings, Pro Football Doc provides its fantastic Injury Index® which allows you to see the impact injuries will have on each and every NFL game throughout the season. The best part? It’s free!
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And for the rest of the season, we’re going to take a look at a few matchups each week along with Dr. Chao’s injury takes.
Seattle Seahawks vs. Los Angeles Rams
The Seahawks defense has injuries at multiple levels. Their No. 1 CB and No. 1 LB are both injured, and Jamal Adams is likely not 100% with his groin yet. The Bills putting up 44 points last week was not a fluke. This is a full grade difference in overall and offense to defense health. Darrell Henderson is questionable with a quad injury, but if he does go, he and the rest of the Rams’ weapons have a favorable matchup.
– David J. Chao
San Francisco 49ers vs. New Orleans Saints
The Saints overall are healthy and hold a two full grade advantage over the 49ers. Everyone knows the top fantasy players for San Francisco are all injured, but the defensive side of the ball is severely hampered as well. Nick Bosa and three other top defensive linemen are on IR. Beyond the d-line, Jaquiski Tart is now on IR, and Richard Sherman is also still sidelined, leaving three-fourths of the starting secondary affected as well. This is one of the few two full grade health differences so far this season.
– David J. Chao
