DFS Alerts
TE Evan Engram (hamstring) not practicing Wednesday
The Giants tight end injured his hamstring in warmups of Week 12’s loss to the Eagles but was optimistic about playing this week. His participation on Thursday and Friday will be telling. Rhett Ellison turned in 77 yards on 6 targets in Engram’s absence on Sunday.
As reported by: Jordan Raanan Other tagged players: Rhett Ellison
RBs Gus Edwards and Alex Collins are not practicing Wednesday
Beat writers reported that Edwards seemed fine when he spoke with the media on Wednesday and the Ravens new lead back has yet to be given an injury designation so it may just be a rest day. Collins is unlikely to play in Week 13 as he’s nursing a foot injury while Edwards and fellow back Ty Montgomery have now settled in as the top 2 backs on the team.
As reported by: Jamison Hensley Other tagged players: Alex Collins QB Joe Flacco (hip) remains out of practice Wednesday
Lamar Jackson is expected to start again in Week 13 where he’ll be 3 for 3 on friendly matchups so far this year as the Falcons ranked last in the league in defensive DVOA.
As reported by: Jeff Zrebiec Other tagged players: Lamar Jackson RB Kerryon Johnson (knee) not practicing Wednesday
Johnson is likely to miss another week after recently taking the lead back reins. In his absence last game, LeGarrette Blount had over 100 total yards on 20 touches and while Theo Riddick caught 7 passes. Expect both to be heavily involved again on Sunday, with Riddick potentially seeing more snaps than Blount this time around given gamescript concerns against the Rams potent offense.
As reported by: Tim Twentyman Other tagged players: LeGarrette Blount, Theo Riddick WR Sammy Watkins (foot) not practicing Wednesday
Watkins essentially missed Week 11’s shootout against the Rams and the fact that he’s not practicing after the bye week is concerning. The Chiefs are massive favorites against the Raiders so it would not be surprising to see the Chiefs’ WR2 sit another week, allowing Chris Conley to see a meaningful role again after going 7-74 and scoring 2 touchdowns in the aforementioned shootout.
As reported by: Nate Taylor QB Mitch Trubisky (shoulder) not expected to practice Wednesday and remains day-to-day
Head Coach Matt Nagy said the Bears QB1 could end up being a game-time decision on Sunday, though if Trubisky can’t practice in some form on Thursday and Friday, expect Chase Daniel to make another start after proving to be competent against the Lions in Week 12. The Bears take on the Giants who are ranked bottom 5 in pass defense DVOA.
As reported by: Jeff Dickerson Other tagged players: Chase Daniel WR Danny Amendola (knee) not practicing Wednesday
This probably explains today’s promotion of practice squad wideout Isaiah Ford. Amendola suffered the injury in Week 12’s late loss to the Colts. He leads the Dolphins in targets and would leave more opportunity to the likes of Kenny Stills and DeVanter Parker. However, they face a Bills team boasting one of the top pass defenses in the league this week.
As reported by: Jason Lieser Other tagged players: Kenny Stills, DeVante Parker Marlon Mack is Still in the Concussion Protocol.
Frank Reich says Marlon Mack is still in the concussion protocol.
As reported by: Kevin Bowen Twitter
Gus Edwards Locked in as Ravens Top RB
Ravens RB Alex Collins (foot) isn’t expected to practice Wednesday and is considered day to day. It looks like Gus Edwards will continue to carry the load at running back for Ravens according to Ravens beat reporter Jamison Hensley.
As reported by: Jamison Hensley Twitter AJ Green Optimistic about Playing This Week
AJ Green says he will be back this week for Bengals. It would be a huge boost to this offense. Stay tuned.
As reported by: Richard Skinner Twitter Evan Engram Hopes to get in Practice Today
Giants coach Pat Shurmur says TE Evan Engram, who injured his hamstring in warmups last week, could practice today.
As reported by: Ian Rapoport Twitter Devin Funchess Not Practicing
Devin Funchess wasn’t spotted at practice today. If he remains out it would open up more value this week between DJ Moore and Curtis Samuel.
As reported by: Bill Voth Twitter Keke Coutee Trending in Right Direction to Play
Keke Coutee trending toward playing against Browns. According to Head Coach Bill O’Brien: “It’s day-to-day. I think he’ll be trending toward being able to play at Cleveland”. This is a tasty matchup for the Texans WR’s.
As reported by: Aaron Wilson Twitter Leonard Fournette OUT vs Colts
Jaguars’ RB Leonard Fournette’s appeal of his one-game suspension was denied. He will sit out in Week 13 vs. Colts.
As reported by: Adam Schefter Twitter Still A Great Value
Brate didn’t exactly “wow” us last week, but he did salvage value with a touchdown, and the shine has likely worn off a bit for DFS players. He won’t be quite as popular this week, but the signs are still positive. His snap count rose to 51 last week (70% of the snaps), and that was by far a season high. He’s a fine pass catching tight end, and I’ll happily keep buying in at a value price tag — especially in GPPs if his ownership is significantly lower than it was a week ago.
