Another weekend of NFL football has arrived! Unfortunately, the injury watch for fantasy football managers is also here, and that’s certainly the case for DK Metcalf. Players who appear on the injury report and haven’t practiced much during the week can often lead to trepidation for managers trying to make fantasy football lineup decisions and/or waiver claims. Don’t fret, though – FantasyPros is here to provide you with all of the latest news and updates on the players who are questionable heading into this week. So, is DK Metcalf playing in Week 5? Here’s what we know about DK Metcalf‘s injury and his status for Week 5. And use our Are They Playing tool to see the probability of any injured player playing this week, including DK Metcalf.
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Fantasy Football Outlook: Will DK Metcalf Play Week 5?
DK Metcalf (hand) off injury report for Sunday
DK Metcalf (hand) is off of the injury report for Sunday’s game against the New York Giants.
Fantasy Impact
Metcalf was added to the injury report and was limited at Thursday’s practice because of a hand injury, but it’s just a minor issue and he will be able to play through it on Sunday. Fantasy managers should have no reservations starting him against the Giants, especially considering how good he has been lately.
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DK Metcalf (hand) downgraded to limited Thursday
DK Metcalf (hand) was downgraded to a limited participant at Seattle’s practice on Thursday.
Fantasy Impact
Metcalf was listed with a hand injury on Wednesday, but he was still able to participate fully at practice. He was downgraded to a limited participant on Thursday, however, and the reason why is unclear right now. Fantasy managers should keep tabs on his status heading into the weekend.
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What the Experts Are Saying
A third straight 100-yard performance was not enough to keep DK Metcalf in the top 24 from a fantasy perspective last week. Metcalf lost a fumble and was tackled just short of the goal line on a would-be touchdown. Metcalf’s recent hot streak is a bit inflated by a massive jump in Seattle’s pass attempts in recent weeks. Geno Smith has attempted 134 passes in his last three games. That does not feel sustainable, but it is hard to question that Metcalf is the leader of a solid wide receiver corps. The New York Giants rank 24th in pass defense DVOA including 28th against opposing teams’ top receivers. Even if Metcalf sees fewer targets than he has in recent weeks, he is a solid WR1.
– Mick Ciallela
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