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Cam Akers kicked out of joint practice after fight
According to Tashan Reed of The Athletic, Los Angeles Rams RB Cam Akers was kicked out of practice after throwing punches at Las Vegas Raiders edge rusher Maxx Crosby, instigating a fight.
Fantasy Impact
The impetus of the scuffle came from a routine play where Crosby attempted to punch the ball out on a dead play, to which Akers presumably took offense. Akers is expected to be the Los Angeles Rams’ RB1 in 2023 despite his odd falling-out-of-favor drama from last season, where he played less than 40% of the snaps in seven games and was inactive for two. With RB Darrell Henderson out of the picture, Akers is expected to take back the lead. His ADP is half-PPR RB22, and his only competition for touches is Kyren Williams and Zach Evans.
Jordan Epp
Garrett Wilson returning to form at joint practice
According to Rich Cimini of ESPN NFL Nation, WR Garrett Wilson, who returned to practice on Thursday, was participating in the New York Jets’ joint practice with Tampa Bay, and he was reportedly tough for the Buccaneers to cover.
Fantasy Impact
Wilson missed time with an ankle injury, which he called “the longest two weeks of [his] life.” The Buccaneers and Jets had a joint practice, and Wilson looked to be healthy and back in sync with QB Aaron Rodgers. Wilson is going on average as the half-PPR WR9. He finished his rookie year with 83 catches, 1,103 yards and four touchdowns, good for the half-PPR WR19.
Jordan Epp
Josh Downs flashing in practice
Josh Downs flashed in practice during 1-on-1s and 7-on-7s. His performance was highlighted by a touchdown catch.
Fantasy Impact
Since returning from an offseason injury, Downs has been impressing in camp. He’s becoming a favorite target of Anthony Richardson in practice and was heralded by Colts’ wide receivers coach Reggie Wayne in the pre-draft process. Downs may take time to get up to NFL speed, but his future is looking bright. He’s a solid pick in dynasty leagues and a late-round flier in redraft formats.
Garrett Ball
Jonathan Taylor excused from team for personal matter
Indianapolis Colts RB Jonathan Taylor has left the team due to a personal matter.
Fantasy Impact
Taylor’s absence is excused as he attends to a personal matter. Taylor returned to the team Monday to continue rehabbing his injured ankle and remained on the PUP list. There is no timetable currently for Taylor’s return to the team, but the team should announce when he returns to the practice field.
Jesse Garcia
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