Week 4 of the NFL season is approaching, and injuries are causing concern for fantasy football managers. Top picks like Christian McCaffrey and Puka Nacua haven’t played much in 2024, while Jordan Love and Cooper Kupp have also missed time due to injuries. Some players may miss time this week, while others return to the field.
Philadelphia Eagles WR A.J. Brown is questionable amid hamstring injury
Eagles’ top wideout, A.J Brown is expected to miss multiple weeks due to a hamstring injury, however, hasn’t been placed on IR, indicating he may suit up on Sunday.Brown hasn’t practiced since injuring his hamstring Sept. 13, and the continued absences suggest he’s in real danger of missing a third straight game when the Eagles play at Tampa Bay on Sunday.
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San Francisco 49ers WR Deebo Samuel Sr. is doubtful following calf injury
Deebo Samuel Sr. sustained an injury in the 49ers’ Week 2 loss to Minnesota, expected to miss a few weeks and likely not fit for Week 4 against New England. Samuel missed Wednesday’s practice due to a calf injury, potentially missing another week in Week 4. Jauan Jennings remains a quality flex option for Samuel’s future absences.
Green Bay Packers QB Jordan Love is questionable following knee injury
Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love, who sustained an MCL sprain in Week 1’s loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, is now active in practice and nearing a return to game action. However, his availability remains uncertain, and head coach Matt LaFleur is monitoring his status daily. Ian Rapoport suggests a comeback against Minnesota.
Minnesota Vikings WR Jordan Addison is questionable after suffering ankle injury
Jordan Addison sustained an injury during the Vikings’ Week 1 win against the New York Giants, as he was tackled from behind and his ankle caught underneath him, resulting in a dragged to the ground.
Philadelphia Eagles WR DeVonta Smith is questionable following a concussion
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith, currently undergoing concussion protocol, was unable to practice for Week 4 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers due to an injury sustained following a hit by New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Khristian Boyd. Boyd’s hit caused Smith to dislodge his helmet, causing him to be wrapped up by multiple Saints defenders.
Los Angeles Rams WR Cooper Kupp is out following ankle injury
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp will not be on injured reserve after suffering a high ankle sprain in Week 2. Although he may miss four weeks, Rams head coach Sean McVay suggested the team’s Week 6 bye could allow him to return ahead of schedule.
Detroit Lions TE Sam LaPorta is questionable following ankle injury
LaPorta sustained a low-ankle sprain during Sunday’s 20-13 win over the Cardinals. He was forced off the field twice, once in the first half and once in the third quarter. Despite this, he managed to retake the field in both instances. Despite this, LaPorta has only made eight catches for 94 yards on 10 targets in three games to start the 2024 regular season without a touchdown.
Houston Texans WR Tank Dell is questionable following wrist injury
Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans has labeled receiver Tank Dell as day-to-day after he sat out practice with a chest injury. Dell appeared to have sore ribs and an injury to his hand or wrist during Sunday’s loss to the Vikings. He will have two more opportunities to resume practicing before a home matchup against a leaky Jacksonville secondary that allowed four first-half passing touchdowns to the Bills.
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