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It could be something, but it’s certainly not nothing …
That’s how I feel about all of the injury news and coachspeak floating around right now.
Here’s a rundown of everything to keep tabs on …
Latest News And Notes
⚖️ The Packers are prepared for a Josh Jacobs suspension? Now, before you freak out, read the full quote from the GM. This is likely just due diligence—they would be dumb not to have a plan in place if Jacobs were to get suspended or injured—but it’s worth a reminder that we aren’t out of the woods yet.
Fantasy spin: Two things can be true—buy any additional discount on Josh Jacobs (the risk outweighs the reward in the late fourth) and continue to inch MarShawn Lloyd up your ranks. He’s a phenomenal late-round RB target.
🤏 Ja’Marr Chase with just a “little hyperextension.” It didn’t look great in real time, but he says he’s fine.
Fantasy spin: Even though he didn’t practice yesterday, there is no need to sound any alarm bells for now. I’m simply passing along!
🤮 The Commanders offensive line looks awful. “Inoperable offensive line” was the direct quote from a Washington beat.
Fantasy spin: Still time to figure it out, but this is concerning. I’m not going to stop clicking them for now (Terry, Jayden, Bill—specifically), but I’m on high alert.
🧫 Cam Skattebo’s infectious energy? Apparently Cam Skattebo has been ruffling feathers with his unnecessarily physical play at practice and John Harbaugh equated it to an “infectious disease.”
Fantasy spin: It’s probably nothing, but Najee Harris is firmly on the menu at this point.
🦶 Kenneth Walker has a “foot” issue. This is a new injury and he has missed a few practices.
Fantasy spin: This spooked me initially, but Andy Reid said it was just some swelling caused by his shoe? Can we please get him some cleats that fit?
🤲 Josh Downs is dealing with a calf injury. He didn’t practice yesterday.
Fantasy spin: Downs downplayed it as “very minor,” so I wouldn’t make any adjustments here.
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Around the Watercooler
Your favorite football nerds are back and bringing you the latest news, content and memes from the NFL universe …
7️⃣ Chasing upside on these 7 players. Matthew opens the tap with RotoPat.
👐🏽 De’Zhaun Stribling has moved up Dwain’s WR Tiers. Updates galore.
🐻 Luther Burden is back … on the practice field, at least.
👀 A TE on the comeback trail might already be a must-have player. Injury be dammed.
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😆 Jaylen Waddle on the o-line? Don’t hold your breath!
😎 This WR is on the rise. Just give him good health.
❣️ You LOVE to see this. Cardinals RB on track for Week 1?
🏃 Will Lamar run more this year? If he stays healthy.
🥁 The AD drumbeat continues. What an offseason for him.
🚫 Can you stay away from these TEs? Hard to say no.
💔 You can love a player, and still look to fade him.
Fleaflicker Stock Watch: Stafford’s Deep Shots
Want to play on a fantasy football format that has rewards for big plays? Deep throws and long receptions. Check. Long runs. Check. Target bonuses. Oh, yes, and so much more.
Fleaflicker is the format that Matt LaMarca is covering here, and he’s highlighting eight players whose stock is either up or down for those playing on Fleaflicker. It’s a must read before your draft. ⤵️
Mock Draft On Sleeper With Matthew’s Rankings
If we can’t turn injuries off this summer, at least we can set the rankings in our Draft Champion to utilize Matthew Berry’s rankings. We’ve done mock drafts on ESPN and Yahoo. Now it’s time to jump into the Sleeper streets, and Adam Pfeifer will be your driver on this tour through a mock draft on this popular format, which has some areas where the ADP can be exploited. See if Adam finds those spots. ⤵️
Pivot! How to Turn Around an Awful Draft Start
What happens when your “perfect” draft plan gets spoiled by endless sniping? No time to curl up in a ball and give up. Time to turn things around and still build a winning roster. Kendall, Dwain and Pete break down some real drafts and how they were able to overcome sniping on their sides. Make sure to subscribe to the Fantasy Life Show YouTube channel to catch every episode. ⤵️
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