NFL Rumors & News: Bucky Irving, Gardner Minshew, Andy Dalton (Fantasy Football)

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Check out the latest news and notes around the NFL.

Andy Dalton confirmed as starter for Week 4
Panthers coach Dave Canales confirmed Andy Dalton will be the starting quarterback for Carolina against the Bengals on Sunday.

Fantasy Impact

This was expected after Dalton led Carolina to its first win of the season on Sunday against the Raiders. He should continue to help boost the offense for the Panthers.

Ari Koslow

Raiders not ruling out quarterback change for Week 4
The Raiders are not ruling out a change at quarterback ahead of Week 4 according to Adam Schefter.

Fantasy Impact

Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce made the comments regarding a switch from Gardner Minshew to Aidan O’Connell behind center after a dismal Week 3 performance against the Carolina Panthers. Fantasy managers will need to monitor practice reps for the two signal callers throughout the week.

Chris Schommer

Bucky Irving to see increased snaps moving forward
Bucky Irving will see increased snaps beginning with the Buccaneers’ Week 4 contest according to head coach Todd Bowles.

Fantasy Impact

Irving has continued to be the more efficient option at running back despite operating as the backup to starter Rachaad White, but with an increase in snaps the rookie running back could supplant White as the RB1 in the Tampa Bay backfield sooner than later.

Chris Schommer

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