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
Ryan Tannehill ruled out for Week 8
Ryan Tannehill has officially been ruled out for Week 8 against Houston.
Fantasy Impact
Tannehill will miss his first game of the season due to an illness and an ankle injury. Rookie Malik Willis, who saw all of the first team reps in practice this week, will make his first NFL start. With Tannehill out, fantasy managers should slightly downgrade the Titans’ pass catchers.
Davante Adams (illness) expected to play Week 8
Davante Adams (illness) is expected to be available to play in Sunday’s game against the New Orleans Saints.
Fantasy Impact
Adams has been battling the flu recently, which knocked him out of practice for almost the entire week. He is reportedly feeling better now and should be good to go for Sunday. The veteran is unlikely to face any restrictions and will be a must-start in a matchup against the Saints.
Logan Thomas (calf) expected to play vs. Colts
Logan Thomas (calf) is expected to play in Sunday afternoon’s matchup against the Indianapolis Colts.
Fantasy Impact
Thomas is dealing with a calf injury of some kind that landed him on the injury report. It appears to be minor, and he should be well enough to play in Week 8. The veteran could serve as a possible streaming option at best this week.
Tyler Lockett (hamstring/ribs) expected to play Week 8
Tyler Lockett (hamstring/ribs) is expected to be available to play in Sunday’s game against the New York Giants.
Fantasy Impact
Lockett has been dealing with various injuries that have landed him on the injury report all week, but he should be good to go and is expected to be available Sunday. Fantasy managers were hopeful that he would see increased usage in the possible absence of DK Metcalf (knee), but it turns out that Metcalf is playing and Lockett will retain his role as the WR2 on the team.
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If you want to dive deeper into fantasy football, be sure to check out our award-winning slate of Fantasy Football Tools as you navigate your season. From our Start/Sit Assistant – which provides your optimal lineup, based on accurate consensus projections – to our Waiver Wire Assistant – which allows you to quickly see which available players will improve your team and by how much – we’ve got you covered this fantasy football season.