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Fantasy Football Injury News
Check out the latest news and notes around the NFL.
Austin Ekeler officially out for Week 2
The Chargers have officially downgraded RB Austin Ekeler to out for the Chargers’ Week 2 matchup against the Titans.
Fantasy Impact
The 28-year-old running back was absent from practice for the entire week due to a hamstring injury and the death of his agent. Joshua Kelley will subsequently be RB1 for Los Angeles, with Isaiah Spiller also moving up on the depth chart.
Kelly Kirby
Diontae Johnson (hamstring) ruled out for Week 2
Steelers WR Diontae Johnson (hamstring) has been ruled out for Week 2 against Cleveland.
Fantasy Impact
Johnson suffered the hamstring injury against the 49ers and did not practice this week. Fantasy managers should expect Calvin Austin to see additional snaps alongside Allen Robinson and George Pickens against the Browns.
Jesse Garcia
Amari Cooper (groin) questionable for Monday
Amari Cooper (groin) is questionable for Monday’s game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Fantasy Impact
Cooper is a new addition to the injury report, being listed with a groin injury that will leave him questionable to play on Monday night. It’s unclear how serious it is, and the team will likely make a decision about his availability closer to game time. Elijah Moore and Donovan Peoples-Jones will both be in line for more work if the veteran is unable to play against the Steelers.
Leo Sells
DJ Chark Jr. (hamstring) listed as questionable for Monday night
Panthers WR DJ Chark Jr. (hamstring) is officially listed as questionable for Monday night’s game against New Orleans.
Fantasy Impact
Chark was able to log a full practice in Saturday and has a real chance to suit up Monday night. Chark missed the team’s season opener but has trended in the right direction in practice this week. The veteran currently ranks as WR90 in half PPR ECR for Week 2.
Jesse Garcia
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