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
Najee Harris (hip) misses practice Wednesday
Najee Harris did not practice on Wednesday.
Fantasy Impact
It is a downgrade for Harris after he was limited in practice on Tuesday. He will likely have to return to practice on Thursday to have a good chance of playing on Saturday against the Raiders.
Ari Koslow
Diontae Johnson (toe) misses practice Wednesday
Diontae Johnson did not practice on Wednesday.
Fantasy Impact
It is a downgrade for Johnson after he was limited in practice on Tuesday. He will likely have to practice on Thursday to have a good chance of playing on Saturday against the Raiders. Johnson caught 10 passes from Mitch Trubisky last week, but Kenny Pickett is on track to returning undercenter this week.
Ari Koslow
AJ Dillon (concussion) logs full practice Wednesday
AJ Dillon was a full participant in practice on Wednesday.
Fantasy Impact
Dillon left Monday’s game against the Dolphins with a concussion, but he was able to clear protocols on Tuesday. He will be a low-end RB2/high-end RB3 against the Dolphins this week.
Ari Koslow
Kenneth Walker III (ankle) misses practice Wednesday
Kenneth Walker III remained sidelined in practice on Wednesday.
Fantasy Impact
This now marks back-to-back days Walker has missed practice. With the Seahawks playing on Saturday, Walker will likely have to return to practice on Thursday to have a chance of suiting up this week.
Ari Koslow
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