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
Tua Tagovailoa estimated as a limited participant in practice
Tua Tagovailoa was estimated as a limited participant in practice Tuesday. (Source: Tom Pelissero on Twitter )
Fantasy Impact: The Dolphins did not hold an actual practice Tuesday, leading to the estimated participation that would show on the practice reports. The Dolphins starting quarterback was set to undergo tests on his back and ankle, per head coach Mike McDaniel. The Dolphins have a quick turnaround as they play the Bengals on Thursday. The practice reports will be worth monitoring and fantasy managers should expect Teddy Bridgewater to draw the start if Tagovailoa is unable to play Thursday.
Amon-Ra St. Brown diagnosed with minor ankle injury
Amon-Ra St. Brown had tests on the ankle injury he sustained on Sunday, and the results were encouraging, according to insider Tom Pelissero. (Source: Tom Pelisero on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: St. Brown left Sunday’s game against the Vikings briefly because of an ankle injury he sustained, but it is considered minor he will be week-to-week for the time being. The second-ear wideout has been very impressive early on this season, and this news offers relief to fantasy managers of the USC product. If he does have to miss Week 4, Kalif Raymond and D.J. Chark could be in line to see extra work in his absence.
Sterling Shepard out for the season with torn ACL
Sterling Shephard has been diagnosed with a torn ACL and will miss the remainder of this season. (Source: Ralph Vacchiano on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Shepard had to get carted off late in Monday night’s game against the Cowboys, and the concern of serious injury turned out to be true. Coach Brian Daboll confirmed that the veteran receiver tore his ACL and his season is over. This is a tough blow for the Giants, who already struggle at the wide receiver position. His absence could lead to more targets for players like David Sills V or Richie James Jr.
Minkah Fitzpatrick is in concussion protocol
Minkah Fitzpatrick is in concussion protocol after being evaluated after the Steelers game against the Browns. (Source: Mike Garafolo on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Fitzpatrick will now have to clear tests in order to be able to be a full participant in practice. The Steelers are set to take on the Jets in Week 4.
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