It’s never too early to check in on player injury statuses ahead of the 2022 season, 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
Michael Gallup (knee) not expected to play Week 1
Cowboys WR Michael Gallup “looks excellent” in his ACL rehabilitation, but is not expected to play in the Week 1 game against the Bucs. (Source: Michael Gehlken on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Dallas head coach Mike McCarthy said there have been no setbacks which is why Gallup was able to avoid the PUP list. It sounds like at this rate, a return in Week 2 or Week 3 sounds likely. With a lot of targets opened up this offseason on the Cowboys offense, Gallup figures to compete with rookie Jalen Tolbert for the No. 2 wide receiver role behind CeeDee Lamb. Gallup probably has the edge up given his experience if he can return healthy to the field soon.
James Washington (foot) placed on IR
The Cowboys placed James Washington on the injured reserve Wednesday. (Source: Dallas Cowboys on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Washington was diagnosed with a Jones fracture in his foot in early August. He was given a timetable of 6-10 weeks. He will be forced to miss at least the first four weeks of the season with this move. Jalen Tolbert should see more opportunity early in the season in his absence.
Drake London (knee) remains sidelined
Drake London was not spotted at the open portion of practice Wednesday with the Falcons. (Source: D. Orlando Ledbetter on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: London suffered the injury in the Falcons opening preseason game and has not practiced since. Atlanta coach Arthur Smith said the injury was not serious at the time, but his Week 1 status is starting to come in question. He will need to continue to be monitored heading into next week.
Check out the 2022 Preseason Injury Report from Sports Injury Central
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