Fantasy Football Season Takes A Hit As Injuries Loom Large Heading Into Week 14
For many fantasy football teams still vying for a playoff spot, Week 14 is shaping up to be a make-or-break moment. The injury report has taken a significant hit, with several key players expected to miss the upcoming week.
One of the most concerning injuries is that suffered by Amon-Ra St. Brown, the Detroit Lions' star wide receiver. Sidelined for Thanksgiving with an ankle injury, St. Brown's return timeline is uncertain. With the Lions facing off against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 14, fantasy owners will have to rely on alternatives such as Jameson Williams and Jahmyr Gibbs.
On the other side of the field, Justin Herbert, the Los Angeles Chargers' quarterback, suffered a hand injury that has him listed as day-to-day. Herbert's immediate status may impact his ability to play against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 14, with backup quarterback Trey Lance potentially being thrust into action.
Meanwhile, Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones is dealing with an AC joint sprain in his shoulder, which could keep him out of commission for the team's Week 14 matchup against the Washington Commanders. Jordan Mason may be poised to take over as the lead back, although his ceiling remains relatively low given the state of the Vikings' offense.
For Arizona Cardinals wideout Marvin Harrison Jr., a right heel injury sustained in Sunday's win over Tampa Bay has left him uncertain for the team's Week 14 game against the Los Angeles Rams. If he can't play, Michael Wilson will see an uptick in targets and is worth locking into fantasy lineups.
Tyrone Tracy Jr., New York Giants running back, suffered a hip injury that required him to be carted off the field during Sunday's loss to the Patriots. With the Giants on bye in Week 14, Tracy could return for the team's Week 15 matchup, but fantasy owners may want to pick up veteran Devin Singletary as an alternative.
Other notable injuries include Dylan Sampson's calf injury and Parker Washington's hip issue with the Jacksonville Jaguars, which saw Jakobi Meyers take over as a key target in the passing game. Kyle Juszczyk, the 49ers' fullback, also suffered a rib fracture that could impact Christian McCaffrey's effectiveness on the ground.
Tee Higgins, Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver, is still in the NFL's concussion protocol and is uncertain for Week 14 against the Buffalo Bills. Omarion Hampton, Los Angeles Chargers running back, is also expected to return from his seven-game absence if all goes well this week.
The injury report has added an extra layer of uncertainty heading into Week 14, but with several key players potentially returning, fantasy owners may be able to get some relief in the form of reliable targets and bye-week sleepers.
For many fantasy football teams still vying for a playoff spot, Week 14 is shaping up to be a make-or-break moment. The injury report has taken a significant hit, with several key players expected to miss the upcoming week.
One of the most concerning injuries is that suffered by Amon-Ra St. Brown, the Detroit Lions' star wide receiver. Sidelined for Thanksgiving with an ankle injury, St. Brown's return timeline is uncertain. With the Lions facing off against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 14, fantasy owners will have to rely on alternatives such as Jameson Williams and Jahmyr Gibbs.
On the other side of the field, Justin Herbert, the Los Angeles Chargers' quarterback, suffered a hand injury that has him listed as day-to-day. Herbert's immediate status may impact his ability to play against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 14, with backup quarterback Trey Lance potentially being thrust into action.
Meanwhile, Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones is dealing with an AC joint sprain in his shoulder, which could keep him out of commission for the team's Week 14 matchup against the Washington Commanders. Jordan Mason may be poised to take over as the lead back, although his ceiling remains relatively low given the state of the Vikings' offense.
For Arizona Cardinals wideout Marvin Harrison Jr., a right heel injury sustained in Sunday's win over Tampa Bay has left him uncertain for the team's Week 14 game against the Los Angeles Rams. If he can't play, Michael Wilson will see an uptick in targets and is worth locking into fantasy lineups.
Tyrone Tracy Jr., New York Giants running back, suffered a hip injury that required him to be carted off the field during Sunday's loss to the Patriots. With the Giants on bye in Week 14, Tracy could return for the team's Week 15 matchup, but fantasy owners may want to pick up veteran Devin Singletary as an alternative.
Other notable injuries include Dylan Sampson's calf injury and Parker Washington's hip issue with the Jacksonville Jaguars, which saw Jakobi Meyers take over as a key target in the passing game. Kyle Juszczyk, the 49ers' fullback, also suffered a rib fracture that could impact Christian McCaffrey's effectiveness on the ground.
Tee Higgins, Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver, is still in the NFL's concussion protocol and is uncertain for Week 14 against the Buffalo Bills. Omarion Hampton, Los Angeles Chargers running back, is also expected to return from his seven-game absence if all goes well this week.
The injury report has added an extra layer of uncertainty heading into Week 14, but with several key players potentially returning, fantasy owners may be able to get some relief in the form of reliable targets and bye-week sleepers.
I'm so done with these fantasy football injuries 
! Can't a team just stay healthy for one whole season?! 
Amon-Ra St. Brown's injury is super concerning, but I still think Jameson Williams has legit potential 
. And can someone please explain to me why everyone's always talking about backup QBs? 
Trey Lance might be the real deal, who knows?! 
week 14 is just gonna be a mess with all these injuries... like what even is the point of trying to set up the perfect lineup when everyone's gonna get hurt anyway? 
It's like, we already know the season's gonna be tough with all the COVID-19 stuff last year. Now we gotta deal with this injury crap too. 
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But hey, at least some teams got some good news... Omarion Hampton might be back from his 7-game absence 
? Anyway, gotta start thinking about backup plans now 
His ceiling is pretty low, so fantasy owners will need to keep an eye on Aaron Jones' status. And with Marvin Harrison Jr.'s heel injury, Michael Wilson's targets might actually be a good thing for his fantasy value!
! Amon-Ra St Brown's ankle injury has me worried 
, and with the Lions playing a tough game against the Cowboys... 
... or maybe just rolling with the punches and adapting to new injuries 
Like Devin Singletary? He's lookin like a solid pickup for many teams 