DFS Alerts
Demaryius Thomas (Hamstring) Does Not Practice, Josh Bellamy (Shoulder) Limited Wednesday
Thomas hasn’t played since Week 2, so he is still doubtful for this upcoming week. Bellamy was out Week 4 and didn’t take a single offensive snap Week 3, so he is not a major DFS factor.
As reported by: New York Jets Other tagged players: Josh Bellamy
Chris Godwin (Hip) Does Not Practice Wednesday
Godwin was out Wednesday with a hip injury but has a good chance to play Week 5. He is coming off a massive Week 4, catching 12 passes for 172 yards and 2 TD’s.
As reported by: Adam Caplan Terry McLaurin (Hamstring) Limited in Practice Wednesday
McLaurin missed Week 4 but was able to return to practice in a limited fashion on Wednesday.
As reported by: Craig Hoffman Tre'Quan Smith (Ankle) Limited in Practice Wednesday
Smith has missed the last two games but was a limited participant in practice on Wednesday.
As reported by: New Orleans Saints Delanie Walker (Knee) Does Not Practice Wednesday
Walker missed practice Wednesday with a knee injury. The veteran doesn’t necessarily need to practice in order to play, but his status will need to be monitored this week.
As reported by: Turron Davenport Marlon Mack (Ankle), Parris Campbell (Abdominal) Do Not Practice Wednesday
Both players were injured last week but have a chance to play this week. Both players were able to play Week 4, with Mack having to leave the game early.
As reported by: Indianapolis Colts Other tagged players: Parris Campbell JuJu Smith-Schuster (Toe), James Conner (Ankle), Vance McDonald (Shoulder) All Do Not Practice Wednesday
JuJu Smith-Schuster, James Conner and Vance McDonald all did not practice Wednesday. Smith-Schuster and Conner both played Monday night, so this could be partially rest. McDonald missed last game but is expected to have a good chance to return this week.
As reported by: Pittsburgh Steelers Other tagged players: James Conner, Vance McDonald Michael Gallup (Knee) Expected to Play Sunday
Gallup returned to practice and was able to complete more of the practice than originally expected. His teammates spoke highly of his performance today, and Gallup is expected to play as long as he doesn’t re-aggravate the injury this week.
As reported by: Michael Gehlken Josh Allen (Concussion) Limited in Practice Wednesday
Allen is still in the concussion protocol but was able to practice Wednesday in a limited capacity. He will obviously need to clear the concussion protocol before playing, but he is trending the right direction. Matt Barkley will start if Allen is still out.
As reported by: Buffalo Bills Other tagged players: Matt Barkley Colt McCoy Practices, Case Keenum (Foot) Does Not Participate
It is a three-QB competition for the starting spot Week 5, and Keenum being in a boot makes it unlikely he will get the spot. McCoy is considered the most likely option if healthy, so his participation in practice is a good sign.
As reported by: John Keim Other tagged players: Case Keenum, Dwayne Haskins Vernon Davis in Concussion Protocol
Davis is in the concussion protocol, putting his Week 5 status in doubt.
As reported by: Kareem Copeland Chris Hogan (Knee), Chris Manhertz (Concussion) Do Not Practice Wednesday
Hogan was placed on the IR today, while Manhertz will need to clear the concussion protocol before he can play.
As reported by: Steve Reed Other tagged players: Chris Manhertz Workload Is King
Workload is king and there isn’t a player with a bigger workload in the league than Christian McCaffrey. McCaffrey had 37 (!!) touches last week and is averaging 21.5 carries and 7.75 targets per game this season. McCaffrey’s ability to rack up fantasy points via the ground + the air is unrivaled and gives him a tremendous floor and ceiling combination on a weekly basis, regardless of opponent.
Stephen Gostkowski Placed on IR
Gostkowski has been placed on the IR and the Patriots brought in kickers to tryout to replace him. Something was clearly wrong with Gostkowski, as he has already set a career high with 4 missed extra points. Adam Schefter later reported that the injury is a left hip injury that requires season-ending surgery.
As reported by: Jim McBride Stefon Diggs Not Practicing Wednesday
Stefon Diggs was not at the Vikings practice Wednesday, and one Vikings’ official reportedly did not know the reason. Whether it is a personal issue or an injury, his status will need to be monitored the rest of this week.
As reported by: Chris Tomasson