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Leonard Fournette (ankle) active Sunday
Fournette was downgraded to a nonparticipant in Friday’s practice but is active and will play in today’s game against the Cleveland Browns after previously being listed as questionable on the Jacksonville Jaguars’ injury report with a lingering ankle issue. Even with Fournette available, it was reported earlier in the week that he is expected to be limited, which will likely lead to more third-down snaps for T.J. Yeldon while Chris Ivory (illness) should be expected to mix in on the early downs but will have his snaps and workload limited. With Allen Hurns and Arrelious Benn sidelined, the Jaguars have finally activated Dede Westbrook from injured reserve and is likely to work primarily as the Jaguars third wide receiver in three-receiver sets. While the rookie has set high expectations for himself in the media, there have been conflicting reports on just how involved he will be in the Jaguars’ game plan for Week 11, but he did put up monster 13-288-2 line in just 78 snaps during the preseason, obviously exhibiting his potential upside at a low price tag if he is allowed to see the field on a regular basis.
As reported by: Chris Mortensen via Twitter
Terrance West (calf) cleared to play Sunday, but may be a healthy scratch
West was previously listed as questionable on the Baltimore Ravens’ injury report for today’s game against the Green Bay Packers with a calf injury, but he has reportedly been cleared to play, though he may end up being a healthy scratch with Danny Woodhead set to make his return from injured reserve. West was a full participant in practice all week so he ultimately was expected to suit up for Week 11, despite the earlier questionable designation. The Ravens backfield is suddenly healthy for the first time with West, Woodhead, Alex Collins, and Buck Allen all on the active roster, which would leave West as the odd man out if Baltimore decides to only utilize three active running backs in today’s game. Offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg already confirmed that Alex Collins will remain the team’s lead back for the foreseeable future, though that role is obviously subject to change depending on how this running back rotation shakes out throughout Sunday’s game. It’s still a cloudy situation but one would imagine this means Woodhead would serve as the passing down and change-of-pace back, if healthy, while Allen would just be around to clean up the scraps and likely see his snap count drastically reduced.
As reported by: Ian Rapoport via Twitter Sterling Shepard (illness) unlikely to play Sunday
Shepard was a late addition to the New York Giants’ injury report on Saturday for today’s game against the Kansas City Chiefs and was officially listed as questionable due to an illness, but ESPN’s Adam Schefter is reporting that he is unlikely to play Sunday, though the team does want to test him in pregame warmups prior to making a final decision. If Shepard is inactive, Evan Engram and Roger Lewis look to be the main beneficiaries of additional targets. The Giants play in the early slate of games on Sunday, so we will at least know Shepard’s status prior to lock. Not only has Shepard seen a massive target share since he returned from injury, but if he’s somehow able to suit up, he’ll draw an incredible matchup against Steven Nelson in the slot, who is PFF’s 122nd ranked cornerback this season.
As reported by: Adam Schefter via Twitter Devonta Freeman (concussion) ruled out for Monday night
Freeman has officially been ruled out and will be inactive for Monday night’s game against the Seattle Seahawks due to a concussion. This news is far from surprising and is essentially just confirmation of Freeman’s status, as it was reported earlier in the week that he was not expected to suit up. The Falcons will now deploy Tevin Coleman as their feature back, while Terron Ward will serve as the clear number two back and will likely just mix in on early downs. Coleman has been extremely impressive in a part-time role this season and should be a great daily fantasy option on the Thursday-Monday and primetime slates in a possibly exploitable matchup against the depleted Seahawks defense.
As reported by: Vaughn McClure via Twitter Sterling Shepard (illness) added to injury report, now questionable for Sunday
Shepard is a late addition to the New York Giants’ injury report for tomorrow’s game against the Kansas City Chiefs and has officially been listed as questionable due to an illness. Obviously, a late downgrade like this is never a good sign for a player’s availability for gameday, but at least Shepard is only being listed with an illness opposed to an actual physical injury. The Giants play in the early slate of games on Sunday, so we will at least know Shepard’s status prior to lock. Not only has Shepard seen a massive target share since he returned from injury, but if he’s able to suit up, he’ll draw an incredible matchup against Steven Nelson in the slot, who is PFF’s 122nd ranked cornerback this season.
As reported by: Dan Duggan via Twitter Ravens activate Danny Woodhead (hamstring) from IR, eligible to play Sunday
The Baltimore Ravens have officially activated Danny Woodhead from injured reserve and he will be eligible to play in tomorrow’s game against the Green Bay Packers after missing the last nine weeks with a hamstring injury he sustained during the season opener. Woodhead still technically remains questionable on Ravens’ injury report and will likely be a game-time decision, but his activation from the injured reserve is certainly a positive sign towards his availability. Offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg already confirmed that Alex Collins will remain the team’s lead back for the foreseeable future, though that role is obviously subject to change depending on how this running back rotation shakes out, especially Woodhead possibly entering the mix. If Woodhead is able to suit up in Week 11, either Terrance West or Buck Allen figure to the be the odd man if Woodhead ends up being anywhere near as productive as he was prior to the injury.
As reported by: Jeff Zrebiec via Twitter Jaguars officially activate WR Dede Westbrook (core) from IR
The Jacksonville Jaguars have officially activated Dede Westbrook from injured reserve and he will play in tomorrow’s game against the Cleveland Browns after missing the entire season to this point with a core injury. With Allen Hurns and Arrelious Benn sidelined, the Jaguars will at least receive some reinforcements to their receiving corps with Westbrook back in the fold for the first time since the preseason. There have been conflicting reports on just how involved he will be in the Jaguars’ game plan for Week 11, but he put up monster 13-288-2 line in just 78 snaps during the preseason, obviously exhibiting his potential upside at a low price tag if he is allowed to see the field on a regular basis.
As reported by: John Oehser via Twitter Philip Rivers (concussion) will play Sunday
Rivers has cleared the concussion protocol and will play in Sunday’s game against the Buffalo Bills, clearing the way for him to make his 195th consecutive start. While the matchup with Buffalo isn’t necessarily a hindrance, it’s difficult to really pinpoint a pass catcher to pair him with for tournaments as Tyrell Williams, Travis Benjamin, and Mike Williams are all essentially splitting snaps and Keenan Allen has really seen his target share dip with Hunter Henry becoming more involved in the offense on a consistent basis. In fact, Allen has been targeted seven or fewer times in each of the past three games, but he could still be an intriguing tournament option at a depressed price tag across the industry.
As reported by: Jack Wang via Twitter Danny Amendola (knee) and Martellus Bennett (shoulder) questionable for Sunday
Amendola and Bennett have both been listed as questionable for Sunday’s game against the Oakland Raiders due to separate knee and shoulder injuries. However, both players are expected to play despite the injury designations. Just how much Bennett will be involved in the New England Patriots offense moving forward remains to be seen, but Amendola remains in a good spot considering the Patriots slate-high 31 points implied team total against a Raiders defense that ranks 32nd in pass DVOA. That said, he has played just under 50 percent of the team’s snaps since returning from his earlier injury and there are better places to look for fantasy goodness in this Patriots offense.
As reported by: Ben Volin via Twitter Other tagged players: Martellus Bennett Cowboys LB Sean Lee (hamstring) out Sunday night; OT Tyron Smith (groin, back) questionable
Lee has officially been ruled out and won’t suit up for Sunday night’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles due to a hamstring injury, while Tyron Smith has been listed as questionable with separate groin and back ailments, though he isn’t expected to play. The Cowboys defense has struggled mightily without Lee this season, as they have surrendered over 32 points per game in the three games he’s been sidelined and been extremely leaky in run defense, allowing over 150 yards per game on the ground. This adds some intrigue to Jay Ajayi on FanDuel’s main slate and the primetime slates since the Eagles coaching staff have already stated publicly that they are looking to continue increasing his workload and role in this offense. Smith’s absence can’t be overstated either considering the massive six-sack performance Adrian Clayborn was able to put up for the Atlanta Falcons last weekend and the defensive line is arguably the biggest strength of this Eagles defensive unit, making them a viable option at defense despite the high game total.
As reported by: Jon Machota via Twitter Ty Montgomery (ribs) and SS Morgan Burnett (groin) ruled out for Sunday; Jamaal Williams likely to start
Montgomery has been ruled out and won’t suit up for Sunday’s game against the Baltimore Ravens, as expected, with a ribs injury. In his absence, Jamaal Williams is expected to draw the start at running back and serve as the team’s primary back. Williams leaves a lot on the table from a talent perspective and may not actually end up being a usable player in daily fantasy formats given how much this Green Bay Packers offense has struggled without Aaron Rodgers. That said, while the play is relatively thin, Williams will almost come at an ownership discount in large-field tournaments and does have an exploitable matchup against a leaky-at-times Ravens run defense.
As reported by: Rob Demovsky via Twitter Other tagged players: Jamaal Williams Albert Wilson (hamstring), OLB Tamba Hali (back), and OLB Dee Ford (back) out Sunday
Wilson has been ruled out and won’t suit up for Sunday’s game against the New York Giants due to a hamstring injury. In his absence, De’Anthony Thomas will continue to serve as the Kansas City Chiefs primary slot receiver. This entire Kansas City offense sets up as elite options on Sunday’s slates, as Janoris Jenkins and the Giants defense are no longer one to avoid, meaning Tyreek Hill and Demarcus Robinson are firmly in play as tournament targets. The Giants will also be without Damon “Snacks” Harrison for Week 11, which only adds to the appeal of Kareem Hunt, who should be the beneficiary of a positive game script that is without their best run stopper.
As reported by: Adam Teicher via Twitter Other tagged players: Kansas City Chiefs Buccaneers CB Vernon Hargreaves (hamstring) ruled out for Sunday
Hargreaves has been ruled out and won’t suit up for Sunday’s game against the Miami Dolphins due to a hamstring injury. While Hargreaves has struggled at times this season, his absence is nothing but positive news for the outlook of DeVante Parker, who appears to have fully recovered from his ankle ailment after playing 89 percent of the team’s snaps on Monday night. Given the matchup with a leaky Buccaneers secondary, Parker sets up as an intriguing tournament option as he has seen at least eight targets in every game he’s started and finished this season, and he leads the Dolphins in average depth of target on the year.
As reported by: Greg Auman via Twitter Saints S Kenny Vaccaro (groin) questionable for Sunday
Vaccaro has been officially listed as questionable on the New Orleans Saints injury report for Sunday’s game against the Washington Redskins with a groin injury. While Vaccaro is technically a safety, he serves primarily as the Saints slot corner and his potential absence would be a huge boost to the projected fantasy value of Jamison Crowder, who is already widely mispriced across the industry given his likely target volume with Jordan Reed and Terrelle Pryor already ruled out with their respective injuries.
As reported by: Mike Triplett via Twitter Terrance West (calf) questionable for Sunday; Ravens LT Ronnie Stanley (concussion) doubtful
West has been listed as questionable on the Baltimore Ravens’ injury report for Sunday’s game against the Green Bay Packers with a calf injury. He was a full participant in practice all week so remains expected to suit up for Week 11, despite the injury designation. The Ravens backfield is suddenly relatively healthy with Danny Woodhead also a candidate to return from injured reserve this weekend and it remains to be seen if Baltimore keeps all four running backs active once they are all cleared to play. That said, offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg confirmed that Alex Collins will remain the team’s lead back for the foreseeable future, though that role is obviously subject to change depending on how this running back rotation shakes out. If Woodhead is able to return for Week 11, either West or Buck Allen figures to the be the odd man if Woodhead is anywhere near as productive as he was prior to the injury.
As reported by: the Baltimore Ravens via Twitter