2 years agoPittsburgh Steelers star linebacker T.J. Watt (pectoral) is undergoing an MRI exam on Monday to determine the severity of a pectoral injury that he suffered late in the Week 1 overtime win over the Cincinnati Bengals. The Steelers fear that Watt tore his pectoral, but we may not know for sure until he seeks multiple opinions from doctors. If Watt needs surgery, it would be season-ending, but if he avoids going under the knife, there's a chance he could choose to rehab in hopes of returning in a couple weeks. Losing the reigning Defensive Player of the Year would be a huge blow to the Steelers defense, so stay tuned. The 27-year-old was a game-wrecker before getting injured on Sunday, recording a sack, six solo tackles (three for loss), an interception and a pass defensed.--Keith Hernandez - RotoBallerSource: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport

2 years agoNew Orleans Saints head coach Dennis Allen said that running back Alvin Kamara (rib) was dealing with a rib issue in the narrow Week 1 victory over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, but Allen said, "I think he's going to be fine." Kamara out-snapped Mark Ingram II 38 to 20 on Sunday, carrying the ball nine times for 39 yards while added three receptions for seven yards through the air. The problem was tight end Taysom Hill, who stole four carries away for a team-high 81 yards on the ground and one touchdown. Negative game script didn't help the 27-year-old, but if Hill continues to be involved on the ground, it will lower Kamara's ceiling. Check his injury status this week, but it sounds as though he should be ready to go in a tough matchup against the division-rival Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 2.--Keith Hernandez - RotoBallerSource: ESPN.com - Katherine Terrell

2 years agoDenver Broncos wide receiver KJ Hamler (knee, hip) is expected to play on Monday night in the Week 1 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks, according to a source. Outside linebacker Randy Gregory (knee, shoulder) is also expected to play, and both have looked good in practice this week. Hamler said he feels every bit himself speed-wise. The 23-year-old was officially listed as questionable to play in Seattle, but it would be a surprise if he's inactive. The third-year wideout tore his ACL early in the 2021 season, but he's looking to bounce back in a big way as a deep threat for quarterback Russell Wilson this year. Hamler could have some big games if he connects deep with Wilson, but predicting those performances could be impossible. As the No. 3 wideout behind Courtland Sutton and Jerry Jeudy, he'll be an unpredictable WR4/5 in deeper leagues.--Keith Hernandez - RotoBallerSource: NFL Network - James Palmer