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
Lamar Jackson (knee) not seen at practice Wednesday
Lamar Jackson was absent from media viewing of Wednesday’s practice.
Fantasy Impact
“We’ll just have to see,” John Harbaugh said earlier in the week as to if Jackson will practice this week. He was originally given a timetable of 1-3 weeks and he has missed the Ravens past three games. Jackson will have to return to practice on Thursday or Friday to have a chance of playing this week.
Ari Koslow
Clyde Edwards-Helaire (ankle) will not return in Week 17
Clyde Edwards-Helaire is “getting close” but won’t return this week.
Fantasy Impact
Edwards-Helaire has been sidelined since Week 11. It sounds like he has a good chance to be healthy for the NFL playoffs. In the meantime, it will continue to be a committee between Isaiah Pacheco and Jerick McKinnon.
Ari Koslow
Mecole Hardman (abdomen) will play in Week 17 barring any setbacks
Andy Reid is optimistic Mecole Hardman will be available on Sunday against the Broncos.
Fantasy Impact
“Unless there’s a setback he’ll be ready to go,” Reid said. Hardman has been sidelined since Week 9. He is not fantasy relevant, especially in the championship.
Ari Koslow
Alvin Kamara not seen at practice Wednesday
Alvin Kamara was not seen at Saints practice on Wednesday.
Fantasy Impact
It is not clear what the injury is for Kamara or if it was just a rest day, so we’ll have to wait for the official injury report. His status will be one to monitor on Thursday and Friday.
Ari Koslow
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