Fantasy Football News

According to Jordan Schultz, Seattle Seahawks WR DK Metcalf is expected to play in Week 3 when they host the Carolina Panthers. (Source: Jordan Schultz on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Without Jaycee Horn at CB, this is a potential smash matchup for Metcalf. On the season, he has nine catches for 122 yards and a touchdown. With QB Geno Smith starting to heat up, it's only a matter of time until he and Metcalf connect on a deep bomb or two, setting him up as the ECR half-PPR WR17.

According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, WR DeAndre Hopkins is expected to play in Week 3 for the Tennessee Titans, who travel to Cleveland. (Source: Jeremy Fowler on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: This comes as a slight surprise only because Hopkins was downgraded each day of practice this week with an ankle injury. It's possible he could be slowed by this issue, but if he made the judgement call to play, expect him to be utilized. He is the half-PPR ECR WR29 in a solid matchup.

According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, Kansas City Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco is expected to be a game-time decision for the Week 3 matchup with the Chicago Bears with optimism that he will play. (Source: Jeremy Fowler on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Pacheco has seen a limited role so far this season, whether that be because of his injuries, the offense's uncharacteristic woes or the offensive commitment to the passing game. Regardless, he still has 93 yards on just 20 carries, playing efficient when utilized. If he misses time, RBs Jerick McKinnon and Clyde Edwards-Helaire will step in for expanded roles.

RB Dwayne Washington has been elevated from the practice squad to the Broncos active roster. (Source: Chris Tomasson on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: This serves as a depth move for the Broncos. Washington played 18 special team snaps last week as an elevated practice squad player and should see a similar role again this week.

Nick Chubb is believed to have suffered a torn MCL against Pittsburgh on Monday night. His return time is estimated time 6-8 months. (Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Given the gruesomeness of how it looked in replays, it’s a blessing his knee wasn’t injured further. While it doesn’t help Chubb owners for 2023, he should be back in time for the 2024 season barring any setbacks.

RB Patrick Taylor has officially been elevated from the practice squad to the Packers' active roster. (Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: With Aaron Jones listed as questionable for Sunday due to a hamstring injury, the Packers elevated RB Patrick Taylor from their practice squad to their active roster. If Jones does not suit up, AJ Dillon is expected to handle the majority of the workload.

With Jaylen Waddle in concussion protocol, the Dolphins elevated WR Robbie Chosen from the practice squad to the active roster. (Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Waddle has been ruled out, so it is Robbie Chosen who gets the call-up from the practice squad. The speedy veteran will look to add depth to the Dolphins receiving core.

Foster Moreau (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Green Bay Packers. (Source: Erin Summers on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Moreau was added to the injury report going into the week because of an ankle injury, and the team is now ruling him out a day before game time. It's unclear if he will be back at practice next week, but until he makes his return to the field, fantasy managers can expect Juwan Johnson and Jimmy Graham to both get more work in his absence.

The Dolphins have ruled out Jaylen Waddle for their Week 3 game against the Broncos due to a concussion. (Source: Ian Rapoport on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Waddle had been in concussion protocol for the week leading up to Week 3, but there had been some optimism he might clear the protocol in time to play. Braxton Berrios gets a bump in his absence against a Denver defense susceptible to the pass. River Cracraft also becomes a viable option in deeper leagues.

Jamaal Williams (hamstring) has been placed on New Orleans' injured reserve. (Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Williams suffered a hamstring injury in Week 2 that will force him to go on IR. He will have to miss the next four weeks at the very least, and it's possible that his absence extends beyond that. The return of Alvin Kamara (suspension) will help the team make up for that, and fantasy managers can also expect rookie Kendre Miller to play a sizeable role for the foreseeable future.

Kenyan Drake has been elevated from Baltimore's practice squad for Week 3. (Source: Tom Pelissero on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Drake recently signed with Baltimore's practice squad after they lost J.K. Dobbins (achilles) for the season. He's now being elevated for Sunday's game with Justice Hill (toe) being inactive, so he might have an opportunity to carve out a bigger role for himself. He will still be playing behind Gus Edwards and possibly Melvin Gordon III, so he doesn't carry much fantasy value heading into Week 3.

DeVonta Smith (hamstring/thigh) is off of the injury report for Monday night's game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. (Source: Philadelphia Eagles on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Smith was limited at practice earlier in the week because of a pair of minor injuries that he was managing, but neither of them were serious and he's set to play Week 3. He shouldn't be limited and projects to continue to be a strong WR2 play in this high-powered Eagles' offense.

Quez Watkins (hamstring) has been ruled out for Week 3 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. (Source: Philadelphia Eagles on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: A hamstring injury will leave Watkins sidelined for Philadelphia's game on Monday night. He wasn't able to log even a single practice all week, so it doesn't seem like he's particularly close to returning to play. Olamide Zaccheaus is primed to get more work as the RB3 for this team while Watkins is sidelined against Tampa Bay.

Kenneth Gainwell (ribs) is good to go for Week 3 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. (Source: Philadelphia Eagles on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Gainwell missed Week 2 because of an injury to his ribs, but he was able to return to practice this week and is now off the injury report for Philadelphia's game on Monday. He should play at full capacity, and it will be interesting to see how the team splits work between him and D'Andre Swift against the Buccaneers.

Boston Scott (concussion) won't play in Monday's game against the Buccaneers. (Source: Philadelphia Eagles on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Scott will miss Philadelphia's game on Monday as he continues to recover from a concussion. Chances are that he will be ready to go for next week's game, but for now, he will remain sidelined. Rashaad Penny may get more work as the third-string RB in this backfield in his absence.

The Rams are listing WR Puka Nacua as questionable for Monday night’s game vs. the Bengals due to his oblique injury, but HC Sean McVay said he is expected to play. (Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: In a similar situation last week, Nacua carried a questionable tag throughout the week and ended up starting. We should expect the same for the team's Week 3 matchup against Cincinnati.

The Bengals are listing TE Irv Smith (hamstring) as doubtful for Monday night’s game vs. the Rams. (Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Smith was able to put together a limited practice session on Friday but is ultimately being ruled as doubtful for Monday night's matchup against Los Angeles. If Smith is unable to go, TE Drew Sample should see more snaps.

The Texans have placed CB Derek Stingley Jr. on the Reserve/Injured list ahead of their matchup against Jacksonville. (Source: Houston Texans on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: The talented CB out of LSU is expected to miss significant time with a hamstring injury. Stingley played only in 9 games last season, so it is unfortunate to see him get hit with another injury.

Laremy Tunsil (knee) has been downgraded to out for the Houston Texans ahead of their Week 3 contest with the Jacksonville Jaguars. (Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Tunsil will not travel with the team for the Week 3 matchup, meaning rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud will likely see plenty of pressure against a solid Jacksonville defense Sunday.

Duane Brown (hip/shoulder) has been ruled out for Week 3 by the New York Jets ahead of their contest with the New England Patriots Sunday. (Source: Tom Pelissero on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: With Brown sidelined, backup Billy Turner will receive the start at left tackle in what will likely be a long day for quarterback Zach Wilson and the Jets offense against a disciplined Patriots defense Sunday.