Fantasy Football Injury Updates: Derek Carr, Tee Higgins, Deebo Samuel (Week 9)

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Fantasy Football Injury Updates

Deebo Samuel Sr. (ribs/oblique) considered day-to-day
49ers coach Kyle Shanahan said Deebo Samuel is considered day-to-day.

Fantasy Impact

Samuel left Sunday’s game early against the Cowboys and did not return. The 49ers are entering their bye where he’ll look to get fully healthy.

Ari Koslow

Tee Higgins (quad) considered day-to-day
Bengals coach Zac Taylor said Tee Higgins (quad) is day to day.

Fantasy Impact

Higgins was ruled out this past week after he was banged up at practice last Friday. His status will be worth monitoring throughout the week.

Ari Koslow

Derek Carr (oblique) to practice Wednesday, could return in Week 9
Saints coach Dennis Allen said Derek Carr will practice on Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Allen added that he is “optimistic” that Carr could return in Week 9 against the Panthers. His status will be worth monitoring throughout the week.

Ari Koslow

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