Ben Roethlisberger is probable to return to action Week 8
Injuries always play a significant role in the world of fantasy football, and Week 8 is no different. Here’s a rundown of those players that were questionable entering the weekend and their expected status based on recent reports. We’ll look at those that are expected to play, those that will be true game-time decisions, those that are not expected to suit up, and those that have already been ruled out.
As always, you’ll want to check the inactives report later today for confirmation on these player statuses as you set your lineups. We’ll also be providing the latest news on these players, along with the corresponding fantasy impact, via our NFL News Desk.
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Ruled Out
- Marcus Mariota – TEN – QB
- Carlos Hyde – SF – RB
- Joseph Randle – DAL – RB
- Bilal Powell – NYJ – RB
- Harry Douglas – TEN – WR
- Cecil Shorts – HOU – WR
- Leonard Hankerson – ATL – WR
- Victor Cruz – NYG – WR
- Anquan Boldin – SF – WR
- Vincent Jackson – TB – WR
- Austin Seferian-Jenkins – TB – TE
Game-Time Decision
- James Starks – GB – RB
Expected to Play
- Antonio Gates – SD – TE
- Josh McCown – CLE – QB
- Ben Roethlisberger – PIT – QB
- Dez Bryant – DAL – WR
- Jeremy Maclin – KC – WR
- Davante Adams – GB – WR
- Steve Smith – BAL – WR
- John Brown – ARI – WR
- Eric Decker – NYJ – WR
