2 years agoThe Kansas City Chiefs placed first-round rookie cornerback Trent McDuffie (hamstring) on Injured Reserve on Tuesday. He'll now miss at least the next four games in his rookie season. Before getting injured in the season-opening blowout win over the Arizona Cardinals, the 22-year-old played 32 defensive snaps. The Chiefs will be looking for the likes of Jaylen Watson, Joshua Williams and Chris Lammons to step up with McDuffie sidelined for at least the next four weeks. KC's secondary could struggle a bit in a tough Week 2 matchup on Thursday night against the Los Angeles Chargers and their potent offense.--Keith Hernandez - RotoBallerSource: ESPN - Adam Schefter

2 years agoLos Angeles Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson (ankle) was upgraded to limited in Tuesday's practice estimation, which is a step forward after he was inactive in the Week 1 win over the Las Vegas Raiders. "He's headed in the right direction, but...still a lot to be decided before game time on Thursday night," head coach Brandon Staley said. The 26-year-old will test his injury in Wednesday's practice, but there's a good chance that Jackson will still be listed as questionable for the Week 2 showdown against the Kansas City Chiefs on Thursday night. The Bolts secondary could surely use Jackson's talents against quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who threw five touchdowns in the Week 1 drubbing of the Arizona Cardinals.--Keith Hernandez - RotoBallerSource: Los Angeles Times - Jeff Miller

2 years agoThe Indianapolis Colts signed free-agent kickers Chase McLaughlin and Lucas Havrisik to their practice squad on Tuesday after waiving Rodrigo Blankenship, according to sources. McLaughlin went 5-for-6 on field goals and 11-for-11 on extra points in four games for the Colts in 2019, while Havrisik spent time with the team in rookie camp. The Colts plan to elevate one to the active roster for Week 2 against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday. McLaughlin probably has the leg up to be the team's kicker this weekend because of his experience, but it's no guarantee. Fantasy managers should be looking to avoid the Colts' kicker in fantasy in Week 2, regardless of who gets the nod on Sunday.--Keith Hernandez - RotoBallerSource: NFL Network - Tom Pelissero

2 years agoHouston Texans rookie running back Dameon Pierce played only 29% of the team's 70 offensive snaps in the Week 1 tie with the Indianapolis Colts. He ran for only 33 yards on 11 carries and caught one pass for six yards while taking a back seat to veteran Rex Burkhead. Burkhead played 71% of the snaps and rushed for 40 yards on 14 catches while catching five passes for 30 yards. Pierce has some work to do in passing situations, but the Texans want to increase the impressive fourth-rounder's workload moving forward. The 22-year-old still has more season-long upside in fantasy than Burkhead, but the Texans were one of the worst rushing offenses a season ago. Against a Broncos defense that allowed only 76 rushing yards to the Seahawks on Monday night, Pierce will be an RB3/flex play in deeper leagues in Week 2, at best.--Keith Hernandez - RotoBallerSource: KPRC 2 Sports - Aaron Wilson

2 years agoLos Angeles Chargers tight end Donald Parham Jr. (hamstring) has been officially ruled out for their Week 2 matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs. Head coach Brandon Staley confirmed that Parham is not ready to play yet. Honestly, it seemed like a longshot that Parham would be ready on a short week. Gerald Everett should have some streaming appeal after his three-catch performance in Week 1.--Andy Webb - RotoBallerSource: Daniel Popper

2 years agoNew England Patriots wide receiver Kendrick Bourne is likely to have an increased role going forward, according to Jeff Howe of The Athletic. It sounds like Bourne was late to a pregame meeting before their final preseason game. That landed him in the doghouse with the coaching staff. In Week 1, Bourne finished with one catch in his two snaps he played against the Miami Dolphins. It would be silly for the Patriots to continue punishing Bourne when he can clearly benefit the offense. The expectation is that he'll have a bigger role on the team going forward. However, he'll likely only be a low-end flex option in deep leagues. It remains to be seen how much he'll actually get targeted in New England.--Andy Webb - RotoBallerSource: Jeff Howe

2 years agoThe San Francisco 49ers are in search of more depth at the running back position. They recently lost Elijah Mitchell (knee) who is expected to miss roughly two months of action. That being said, the 49ers want to add some depth behind Jeff Wilson Jr. on their roster. On Tuesday, they worked out Devonta Freeman, Tevin Coleman, Nate McCrary, Abram Smith, La'Mical Perine, Godwin Igwebuike, and Marlon Mack. Whoever does win the job could have some low-end value while Mitchell recovers. Fantasy managers will have to check back after the 49ers decide which back they want to sign.--Andy Webb - RotoBallerSource: Field Yates

2 years agoNew England Patriots running back Ty Montgomery (knee) has been officially placed on the injured reserve. He has been dealing with an knee injury since the preseason. Now, the team has decided to send him to the injured reserve. That means, Montgomery will miss at least four games while recovering from his knee injury. Damien Harris and Rhamondre Stevenson should see increased fantasy value with Montgomery out of the mix. Pierre Strong could see more chances as well, but Harris and Stevenson are the biggest winners with Montgomery sidelined.--Andy Webb - RotoBallerSource: Field Yates

2 years agoThe New Orleans Saints have signed running back Latavius Murray to their practice squad. This doesn't come as a surprise after Mark Ingram II struggled in Week 1, while Alvin Kamara (ribs) continues to deal with a lingering injury. Murray spent two seasons with New Orleans before joining the Baltimore Ravens last season. In 14 games, Murray rushed for 501 yards on 119 attempts with six touchdowns in 2021. He could quickly be elevated to the active roster with the Saints backs struggling right now. He's worth monitoring in fantasy leagues, but this would likely turn into a committee situation.--Andy Webb - RotoBallerSource: CBS Sports

2 years agoThe Indianapolis Colts have waived kicker Rodrigo Blankenship after he missed a game-winning field goal in the team's season-opening tie with the Houston Texans. The 25-year-old made 2-of-3 field goals and both of his extra-point attempts in Week 1, with his longest kick being 45 yards. Since his rookie season in 2020, Blankenship has made 45-of-54 field goal attempts and 52-of-55 extra point attempts, with his highest field goal percentage being 86.5% in a single season. The former Georgia Bulldog can be left off fantasy rosters unless he finds a starting job with a new team.--Tommy Adamopoulos - RotoBallerSource: Tom Pelissero - NFL Network

2 years agoKansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker (ankle) is considered day-to-day with an ankle sprain, according to head coach Andy Reid. Butker headed to the locker room in the season opener, but later returned to the game and made a 54-yard field goal. As some insurance, the team signed former New York Jets kicker Matt Ammendola to the practice squad in case Butker can't play in Week 2. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on Butker's status and have a backup plan heading into Thursday night's game with the Los Angeles Chargers. If he is able to suit up, he is a solid starting option in what should be a high-scoring affair.--Tommy Adamopoulos - RotoBallerSource: Peter Sweeney

2 years agoThe Atlanta Falcons have signed tight end Anthony Firkser to the 53-man roster after he was elevated from the practice squad last week. The 27-year-old caught one pass for six yards in the season opener, as he was one of three different tight ends to get a target in Week 1. Kyle Pitts will lead the way at the position, while Parker Hesse also remains in the mix for the Atlanta offense. Firkser could be as low as the No. 3 option on the depth chart, so he offers no fantasy appeal unless someone ahead of him misses some time.--Tommy Adamopoulos - RotoBallerSource: Michael Rothstein

2 years agoPittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt (pectoral) suffered a torn pec muscle in the team's Week 1 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals, but he will not require surgery, according to Ian Rapoport. Watt did not tear the tendon, which is why there is optimism that the reigning Defensive Player of the Year could return in as little as six weeks. Considering many thought this would be a season-ending injury, this seems like the best-case scenario for the stud pass-rusher. In his absence, Malik Reed figures to have an increased role after being acquired from the Denver Broncos prior to the start of the season. Reed has started 34 games in Denver and has accumulated 15 sacks, 124 tackles (74 solo) and three forced fumbles.--Tommy Adamopoulos - RotoBallerSource: Ian Rapoport

2 years agoKansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (wrist) is a full-go for the team's Week 2 matchup with the Los Angeles Chargers on Thursday night, according to head coach Andy Reid. Mahomes fell on his wrist early on in the season opener but was able to stay in the game on his way to 360 passing yards and five touchdowns. This could be something that Mahomes will have to tolerate moving forward, but the good news is it isn't something that should have an impact on his performance. The former league MVP is an elite QB1 option for fantasy managers in Week 2 and should be started in all formats.--Tommy Adamopoulos - RotoBallerSource: Herbie Teope

2 years agoSeattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said that All-Pro safety Jamal Adams (quadriceps, knee) will need surgery on his serious quad/knee injury that he suffered early in the Monday night win over the Denver Broncos in Week 1. The Seahawks don't have a firm timetable yet, but it doesn't look good for Adams. The oft-injured 26-year-old is reportedly dealing with an injury that's related to the quadriceps tendon of his left knee. Adams will almost surely be put on Injured Reserve, and it remains to be seen if he'll be able to return in 2022. Fantasy managers in IDP leagues will need to search for new starting options in Week 2, while Adams' loss is a huge blow to Seattle's secondary. Josh Jones replaced Adams on Monday night and should be the starter moving forward.--Keith Hernandez - RotoBallerSource: PFF - Ari Meirov