Injury Report: Week 7
The bad news is we had yet another round of impactful fantasy football injuries. However, the good news is that some of the players we’ve been missing are nearing a return. Our Injury Report: Week 7 catches you up on the latest fantasy-relevant injury news.
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James Cook (RB) Buffalo Bills – A sneaky toe injury caused Cook to be inactive on Monday. In his absence, Ray Davis put up 152 scrimmage yards. There’s a good chance the Bills try to lighten Cook’s load and give Davis more opportunities moving forward. We will monitor Cook’s practice participation all week.
Marvin Harrison Jr. (WR) Arizona Cardinals – Harrison suffered a concussion early in Arizona’s Week 6 loss. He still must clear the league’s concussion protocol. This typically takes around eight days, so his Week 7 status is doubtful.
Aaron Jones (RB) Minnesota Vikings – Good news for Jones and the Vikings coming out of their Week 6 bye. Aaron Jones returned to practice Monday and looked good. Therefore, we expect him to suit up in Week 7. And even better news for Minnesota, TE T.J. Hockenson was also seen at practice. The club opened Hockenson’s 21-day window, so it appears his return is imminent.
Vikings practicing today, light session out of the bye week. T.J. Hockenson and Dalton Risner both participating while still on I.R.
Aaron Jones (hip) here, too, with a helmet. pic.twitter.com/YnASfTeXtI
— Andrew Krammer (@Andrew_Krammer) October 14, 2024
Jonathan Taylor (RB) Indianapolis Colts – Taylor has now missed two games with a high-ankle sprain. He could return in Week 7 or 8.
Rachaad White (RB) Tampa Bay Buccaneers – After Sean Tucker’s performance, Rachaad White’s days as Tampa’s lead back are probably over. White sat last week with a mid-foot injury only so have Tucker and Bucky Irving both have strong performances. We’re expecting the Bucs to utilize a three-man backfield moving forward. Therefore, White is only an RB3/flex option when he returns, which could be Week 7 or Week 8.
Chris Olave (WR) New Orleans Saints – An early concussion also forced Olave to miss most of Week 6. Additionally, with the Saints playing on Thursday, Olave will miss Week 7.
Rashid Shaheed (WR) New Orleans Saints – Another blow for the injury-ravaged Saints. Shaheed injured his knee in the fourth quarter. There is concern that Shaheed will miss “some time.” That leaves the Saints very thin on short rest. Bub Means becomes an intriguing waiver wire target.
Travis Etienne (RB) Jacksonville Jaguars – Etienne is projected to miss 2-3 weeks with a hamstring injury. Therefore, it’s officially Tank #SZN in Jacksonville, or rather London this Sunday.
Tyjae Spears (RB) Tennessee Titans – Similar to Travis Etienne, Spears is projected to miss multiple games with a fairly significant hamstring ailment. This solidifies Tony Pollard as a strong RB2 with weekly RB1 upside.
Nick Chubb (RB) Cleveland Browns – Chubb is expected to make his 2024 debut after missing more than a year with a devastating knee injury. However, teammate Jerome Ford will not play with a hamstring injury. Ford’s absence puts Chubb in a position to lead the backfield right away.
Jordan Mason (RB) San Francisco – Mason exited Thursday’s game with a shoulder injury. However, he did return to take one second-half handoff before leaving. With the extra three days to recover, Mason is in a better position to be ready to play, as it’s a pain tolerance issue. Christian McCaffrey is also getting closer to playing, which will all but destroy Mason’s value.
Cooper Kupp (WR) Los Angeles Rams – Some positive news for a change. Rams’ superstar wideout Cooper Kupp returned to practice and is trending toward a return. However, teammate Puka Nacua is not expected to return for another week or two.
#Rams WR Cooper Kupp, attempting to return from a high-ankle sprain, had a positive workout today and his return this week is at least possible, sources say.
The next step is to see when he practices and how it goes. The team will gather more info, but today presented good news. pic.twitter.com/hX6ZmoI3ex
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) October 15, 2024
Anthony Richardson (QB) Indianapolis Colts – A surprise inactive late Sunday, Richardson (oblique) is expected to return in Week 7.
Malik Nabers (WR) New York Giants – Nabers has now missed two games with a concussion. However, there is optimism that he will suit up in Week 7. We will update his practice participation throughout the week.
Taysom Hill (TE) New Orleans Saints – Hill (rib) returned to a limited practice session on Monday. His return would be a boost for the Saints.
Dontayvion Wicks (WR) Green Bay Packers – Expected to miss 1-2 weeks with a shoulder injury.
Gus Edwards (RB) Los Angeles Chargers – Edwards was placed on IR with a knee injury. He will be out for a minimum of four games.
Ricky Pearsall (WR) San Francisco 49ers – San Francisco opened the 21-day practice window for Pearsall.
Matthew Wright (PK) San Francisco 49ers – One week after losing Jake Moody, the Niners had to sign Anders Carlson to replace their replacement. Wright hurt his shoulder trying to make a tackle. Carlson hasn’t been good. However, he is a solid streaming option for a San Fran offense that leads the NFL in kicking points.
