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 Brian Thomas Jr. 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 Brian Thomas Jr. playing in Week 9? Here’s what we know about Brian Thomas Jr.‘s injury and his status for Week 9. And use our Are They Playing tool to see the probability of any injured player playing this week, including Brian Thomas Jr.

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Fantasy Football Outlook: Will Brian Thomas Jr. Play Week 9?

Brian Thomas Jr. (chest) to be game-time decision Sunday
Brian Thomas Jr. will be a game-time decision for Sunday’s game against the Eagles.

Fantasy Impact

Thomas was limited at practice to open the week. His status will have to be monitored closer to kickoff.

Ari Koslow

Brian Thomas Jr. (chest) logs limited practice Thursday
Brian Thomas Jr. (chest) logged a limited practice session on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact

As expected, the rookie was still limited at practice on Thursday. He recently suffered a mild chest injury, and the team has yet to make an official determination about his availability for this weekend. Gabe Davis (shoulder) will be primed for more work if he’s out against the Eagles.

Leo Sells

Brian Thomas Jr. (chest) limited at practice Wednesday
Brian Thomas Jr. was limited at practice on Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Thomas was originally listed as week-to-week before that was changed to day-to-day to open the week. His status will be worth monitoring at practice on Thursday and Friday.

Ari Koslow

Brian Thomas Jr. (chest) now considered day-to-day per HC Doug Pederson
Jaguars coach Doug Pederson said Brian Thomas Jr. is day to day with contusion on left side of his chest.

Fantasy Impact

The MRI Thomas underwent did not show anything more severe. There is a chance he can play in Week 9 against the Eagles.

Ari Koslow

Brian Thomas Jr. (ribs) could miss 2-4 weeks
Brian Thomas Jr. reportedly could miss 2-4 weeks following his injury on Sunday.

Fantasy Impact

It is not official yet as Thomas is still expected to undergo an MRI. It is unclear if he will have a stint on injured reserve. With Christian Kirk out for the season, Evan Engram should take over as the top target for Trevor Lawrence.

Ari Koslow

Brian Thomas Jr. (ribs) to undergo MRI
Brian Thomas Jr. is scheduled to undergo an MRI after leaving Sunday’s game early against the Packers.

Fantasy Impact

Thomas left the game early in the third quarter after a touchdown reception. There should be an update on his status following the MRI.

Ari Koslow

Brian Thomas Jr. suffers chest injury Sunday, does not return
Brian Thomas Jr. left Sunday’s game early against the Packers and did not return.

Fantasy Impact

Thomas suffered the injury when he landed on the ball on a touchdown catch. His status at practice will be worth monitoring throughout the week.

Ari Koslow