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
Adam Thielen (knee) should be okay for Week 15
Vikings’ HC Kevin O’Connell spoke Monday and noted that on Sunday Adam Thielen aggravated a knee bruise that he has been dealing with, but that he should be good to go moving forward.
Fantasy Impact
Thielen has been dealing with the knee issue for most of the season but has gutted it out through 14 weeks. The 32-year-old veteran looked no worse for the wear this past Sunday, as he worked the Lions for a 7-65-1 receiving line. Thielen has scored twice in his past three games and has settled in as a serviceable WR3 for fantasy in plus-matchups. Up next, he’ll get a chance against the beatable Colts’ secondary.
Jeff Wilson Jr. (hip) considered day-to-day; unsure for Saturday
Jeff Wilson Jr. (hip) is considered day-to-day and is uncertain to play in Saturday’s game against the Buffalo Bills.
Fantasy Impact
Wilson had to leave Sunday night’s game early after sustaining a hip injury, and he’s now considered day-to-day after further testing. It had the possibility to be a serious injury, but Miami dodged a bullet and will likely get their starting RB back in the near future. If he’s out this week, Raheem Mostert would be the next man up in the Dolphins’ backfield.
Tyreek Hill (ankle) expected to be ready for Saturday
Tyreek Hill (ankle) is expected to be well enough to play in Saturday night’s game against the Buffalo Bills.
Fantasy Impact
Hill sustained an ankle injury partway through Sunday night’s loss to the Chargers, but it wasn’t serious and he was able to finish the game. The injury has been confirmed to be minor after further testing on Monday, and the expectation is that he will be good to go for Saturday. He’s been one of the best receivers in football this year and will remain a top-tier fantasy option against the Bills.
Deebo Samuel has MCL and ankle sprain, expected to return in regular season
According to the 49ers, Deebo Samuel suffered both an MCL and an ankle sprain in Week 14 but is expected to return in the regular season.
Fantasy Impact
Samuel returning for the regular season seems optimistic, as the combination of these two injuries may make it difficult for him to make it back before the playoffs. Regardless, the wideout will most definitely miss multiple weeks as the team looks to make a deep playoff push. In his absence, Brandon Aiyuk and Jauan Jennings could see more looks in the receiving game while Christian McCaffrey could receive even more touches in this offense.
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