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
Jonathan Taylor (ankle) optimistic to return next week
Colts coach Frank Reich said Thursday night the team is optimistic that Jonathan Taylor can return next week. (Source: Zak Keefer on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: After what we all watched Thursday night, the Colts need Taylor back badly. After a big Week 1 against the Texans, his production wasn’t quite what fantasy managers were hoping for the next few weeks. It is worth noting Taylor also got off to a slow start last season. The Colts play the Jaguars in Week 6.
Kyle Pitts officially ruled out for Week 5
Kyle Pitts (hamstring) has officially been ruled out for Week 5. (Source: Michael Rothstein on Twitter )
Fantasy Impact: Not a surprise that Pitts will not play against Tampa Bay after missing practice all week with a hamstring injury. Fantasy managers should expect Parker Hesse and Anthony Firkser to see increased snaps at tight end, but neither are a starting option.
Daniel Jones (ankle) will play Sunday
Daniel Jones (ankle) will play Sunday against Green Bay after receiving no injury designation. (Source: Ian Rapoport on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Jones being able to suit up against a tough Green Bay defense is great news for the Giants. The 25-year-old was injured in the Giants’ Week 4 win over Chicago but is good to go Sunday in London. Jones currently ranks as the QB26 in ECR, according to FantasyPros.
Dawson Knox officially ruled out for Week 5
Dawson Knox (foot/hamstring) has officially been ruled out for Week 5. (Source: Alaina Getzenberg on Twitter )
Fantasy Impact: Knox missed practice on Wednesday and Thursday, which immediately left his status for this week in question. The Bills will be without Knox, Jake Kumerow, and Jamison Crowder in Week 5. Fantasy managers should expect Quintin Morris and Tommy Sweeney to see snaps at tight end against the Steelers.
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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.