Injuries are an unfortunate part of the NFL and fantasy football. Still, it’s important to be in the know regarding the latest in injury updates, 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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Clyde Edwards-Helaire designated to return from IR
Chiefs’ RB Clyde Edwards-Helaire was officially designated to return from injured reserve on Tuesday, and he will resume practicing immediately.
Fantasy Impact
With the transaction official, it is looking quite possible, if not probable, that CEH will suit up to face the Jaguars on Saturday. Having missed so much time, he will likely be appearing behind both Isiah Pacheco and Jerick McKinnon. There is no guarantee Edwards-Helaire will provide any sort of fantasy value at this point in the season, though he makes for a fine late-round playoff best ball pick in leagues that continue to draft.
Dan Tursky
Jalen Hurts off the injury report for Saturday
Jalen Hurts is off the injury report and fully cleared from his shoulder injury ahead of Saturday’s divisional round game against the Giants.
Fantasy Impact
Hurts returned from his injury in Week 18 also against the Giants. He got another week off as he now prepares for a playoff game against the same Giants team.
Ari Koslow
Sam Howell a candidate to start next season
According to Jonathan Jones of CBS Sports, the Washington Commanders are letting potential offensive coordinators know they intend on having QB Sam Howell start next season.
Fantasy Impact
The Commanders traded for QB Carson Wentz in the offseason who struggled before receiving an injury. The Commanders found more succes in QB Taylor Heinicke but still missed the playoffs. After showing promise in the final game, the Commanders could be turning the keys to the young guy and seeing what they have in Howell. Despite being a fifth-round pick, Howell had plenty of first-round buzz in the 2022 NFL Draft and could be an interesting stash in dynasty leagues.
Jordan Epp – Jepp Sports
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