Week 7 is shaping up to be an absolute nightmare for fantasy football managers, with a laundry list of major stars hobbling into the weekend. Seriously, you’ve got Justin Jefferson, Brock Bowers, Lamar Jackson, Breece Hall, and Rashee Rice all on watch, and that’s just the tip of the iceberg. If you thought last week was rough, get ready, because this one looks even more chaotic.
The Big Three Headaches That Could Sink Your Week
Let’s talk about the guys who can absolutely change a game, and who are currently giving everyone heartburn. First up, Justin Jefferson. The man is *still* dealing with an ankle injury and was limited during Wednesday’s practice. Remember, the Vikings had a bye in Week 6, giving him extra time, but that ankle is still barking. He did return in Week 5, catching six passes for 79 yards and a touchdown, but his continued presence on the injury report means you absolutely cannot take your eyes off his status.
Then there’s Lamar Jackson, who returned to practice Wednesday. He’s been out for the past two games with his own ankle issue, and his return would be a massive shot in the arm for the Ravens offense. The problem? He’s far from a lock to play Sunday against Cincinnati. Talk about anxiety-inducing, right?
And don’t forget Brock Bowers. The Raiders tight end was limited Wednesday with calf and hamstring injuries. This kid has been electric, recording at least 70 receiving yards in each of his first four games this season. His availability is a monumental question mark that could swing matchups.
More Uncertainty Spreading Across the League
The injury bug didn’t stop at the top names. Breece Hall missed Wednesday’s practice with a quadriceps injury, but the good news is he’s not ruled out *yet*. That’s a small win, but still, a quad injury for a running back is no joke. The running back corps is taking a beating everywhere: Quinshon Judkins was limited with an ankle issue, Jeremiyah Love is sidelined with his ankle injury, and David Montgomery missed practice with a groin injury.
At wideout, Rashee Rice remains unable to practice thanks to a hamstring injury, putting another game in serious jeopardy for the Chiefs. Emeka Egbuka is out with a concussion and foot injury, meaning he’s stuck in concussion protocol. Mike Evans was a notable absence Wednesday, creating a ton of concern for Buccaneers fans and fantasy managers. Tyler Warren also stayed sidelined, working through a groin injury after missing Week 6.
Even the Packers have a bunch of key players on their injury report, though it was a lighter workout day so their report was an estimate. Jordan Love was limited with a back issue, Christian Watson with an ankle injury, and Matthew Golden with a shoulder problem. And then there’s Josh Jacobs, who *wasn’t* on Green Bay’s Wednesday injury report after being eligible to return from the Commissioner’s Exempt List. But even with that, Matt LaFleur said Jacobs’ Week 7 status would be determined throughout the week, because, well, he hasn’t played yet.
Look, this is shaping up to be one of those weeks where you’re glued to your phone right up until kickoff. Every single one of these guys, especially Jefferson, Jackson, and Bowers, could swing your Sunday. Make sure you’re refreshing those injury reports because missing even one update could cost you big. Good luck out there, folks, you’re gonna need it.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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