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John Brown (toe) was limited in practice.

Brown had one limited practice last week before being declared inactive against the Titans. Hopefully he’s able to string a couple of practice sessions together here, and maybe he’ll work his way to a full practice by Friday. Brown would be off the fantasy radar if he plays in Week 15.

12/13/17 - 06:19 PM ET

Austin Ekeler fumbles in Chargers’ loss.

Ekeler had a costly fumble in the second half that set up the Chiefs in Chargers territory as he caught a pass in the flat for a first down but then lost it. Overall, Ekeler had two carries for 13 yards and one reception for six yards with the fumble. Ekeler did leave the game with a hand injury that apparently occurred on the play he fumbled, but he should be fine for Week 16.

12/16/17 - 11:53 PM ET

Aaron Rodgers (collarbone) has been cleared to return.

Rodgers worked as his own news-breaker on this one, as he posted to Instagram announcing his return from a broken collarbone. After missing the last seven games, the two-time NFL MVP will be back for the 7-6 Packers as they attempt to make a run to and through the playoffs. Rodgers had 13 screws inserted to help repair his collarbone and some may think he’s rushing back, but the team made it clear they wouldn’t rush him back if he wasn’t ready. He’s a top-notch athlete, so it’s not surprising that he’s beaten the odds with his recovery after many anticipated him being out for the season when the injury first occurred. Rodgers is immediately an excellent QB1 option in fantasy lineups, and you can feel safe inserting him for the second week of the fantasy playoffs. Bravo to Brett Hundley, head coach Mike McCarthy, and the rest of the team for stepping up to keep the team in playoff position without their best player in the lineup for the last several weeks.

Via: Aaron Rodgers on Instagram 12/12/17 - 11:25 PM ET

T.Y. Hilton catches five passes in Colts’ loss.

Hilton gained 41 yards on his five receptions (seven targets) against the Broncos. It could’ve been a big night for Hilton, as he was wide open on a crossing route that he almost certainly would’ve taken to the house for a long touchdown given his elite speed, but Jacoby Brissett was scrambling to right and threw an off-target pass. Hilton gets the Ravens next week, and you might need a big play for him to payoff in fantasy lineups.

12/15/17 - 12:55 AM ET

Kyle Rudolph (ankle) misses Wednesday’s practice.

Rudolph reportedly left Sunday’s game in a walking boot, which isn’t a great sign, but it’s unclear when he even suffered the injury against the Panthers. Despite the boot, there are no indications that Rudolph is expected to miss this week against the Bengals. We’ll monitor his status throughout the week.

12/13/17 - 06:17 PM ET

Kareem Hunt explodes for over 200 total yards in win over the Chargers.

Hunt rushed 24 times for 155 yards and one touchdown, adding seven receptions for 51 yards and another score through the air. The rookie basically looked how he did to start the season when he took the league by storm, and fantasy owners have to be glad that it’s happening in the fantasy playoffs. Hunt nearly had a third touchdown in Saturday night’s 30-13 win, but he couldn’t haul in a pass before it touched the ground in the end zone. He looks like an elite (or at least solid) RB1 for Week 16 against Miami.

12/16/17 - 11:53 PM ET

Kenny Britt’s deal with the Patriots is for two seasons, according to Ian Rapoport.

New England likes the former Titans, Rams, and Browns receiver enough that they gave him a two-year deal that could keep him with the team through 2018. However, the deal might be one that the Patriots can easily get out of while setting themselves up with the option to keep Britt for cheap if he becomes a key contributor they want to keep around. Don’t be surprised if Britt emerges as a weapon around the goal line for Tom Brady in January.

Via: Ian Rapoport 12/12/17 - 05:19 PM ET