Injuries are an unfortunate part of the NFL and fantasy football. Still, it’s important to be in the know regarding the latest in injury updates, and our news desk has you covered. Let’s take a look at the latest injury news and notes around the NFL.
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Fantasy Football Injury Updates
J.K. Dobbins questionable to play Week 1
According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, RB J.K. Dobbins is listed as questionable for Week 1 versus the New York Jets. (Source: Ian Rapoport on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Dobbins’ designation as questionable is a good sign after lots of doubt was cast on his status ahead of Week 1. The Jets have a solid interior defensive line and an improved edge rushing group, making this not as easy of a matchup as may be expected, but with the Ravens’ ability to run the ball at will and the likelihood of a positive game script, if Dobbins is healthy, expect positive results. However, if he does miss time, the role will likely be split between RBs Mike Davis and newcomer Kenyan Drake.
Michael Thomas listed as questionable for Week 1
According to ESPN’s Field Yates, the New Orleans Saints have listed WR Michael Thomas as questionable ahead of Week 1. (Source: Field Yates on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Despite this designation, Thomas practiced on Friday and will likely play on Sunday, according to Nick Underhill of neworleans.football. Thomas had limited time with QB Jameis Winston last season, the Saints have upgraded at WR with Chris Olave and Jarvis Landry and Thomas may draw the assignment from CB A.J. Terrell, so proceed with caution in Week 1. However, if he returns to form from a few seasons back, he will be a steal at his average draft position.
Drake London questionable for opening game
According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the Atlanta Falcons have listed WR Drake London as questionable for Week 1. (Source: Ian Rapoport on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: London’s snaps were limited throughout the preseason, signaling that he will be a starter for the Falcons in 2022. His status has been progressing forward, and the team will make a firm decision tomorrow based on his knee, but if he plays, expect volume in a relatively talent-deficient group of Atlanta WRs.
Allen Lazard (ankle) doubtful for Week 1 versus Vikings
Allen Lazard is reportedly doubtful for Sunday’s Week 1 matchup with the Vikings after being stepped on at practice last week and missing practice this week. (Source: Ryan Wood on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: This shouldn’t come as much of a surprise, as Lazard has been unable to practice all week. The wideout projected to be Aaron Rodgers’ No. 1 target heading into the season, but they will now have to pivot. Expect rookies Romeo Doubs and Christian Watson (if he takes the field) along with Sammy Watkins to see a boost in targets in Lazard’s absence. However, running backs Aaron Jones and AJ Dillon are likely going to be the focal points of the Green Bay offense.
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