Fantasy News

Mike Williams (back) is expected to make his NFL debut in Week 6.

ESPN’s Adam Schefter—who is basically reporting what has seemed obvious—says the plan has been to have Williams play in Week 6, and he’s on track to do so. The rookie receiver from Clemson has been practicing with the team since Week 2, and obviously everything has gone well so far. Expect Williams to be out there against Oakland next Sunday. He’s worth a pickup in all fantasy leagues.

Via: ESPN 10/8/17 - 09:37 AM ET

Derek Carr (back) is questionable for Sunday.

Carr was given a 2-6-week timeframe for his transverse fracture in his back, but he’s practiced on a limited basis over the last two days and is obviously pushing to play on Sunday against Baltimore. It’s going to be difficult for Carr to get out there and be close to 100% while dealing with the back issue after just seven days, but don’t be totally shocked if he plays in the game—despite everyone making it as if he will definitely not play in the game. Carr would be a risky fantasy option against Baltimore if he is active, but it’d be quite the feat if he was out there.

10/6/17 - 03:21 PM ET

Seahawks are “treating” Eddie Lacy as starter at running back, according to Ian Rapoport.

They presumably gave Lacy most of the first-team reps in practice this week after he played well last Sunday against the Colts, so it looks like he might be the starter today against the Rams. Though things certainly did not start off well this season, Lacy has a chance to deliver some solid fantasy value while he tries to make an impact for the Seahawks. He’s a FLEX option today, though Thomas Rawls—who is too risky for lineups this week—should not be counted out in the backfield yet.

Via: Ian Rapoport 10/8/17 - 09:32 AM ET

Sam Bradford (knee) says he’s “night and day” from two weeks ago.

The bone bruise in his knee had obviously been giving him trouble over the last few weeks and forced him to miss the last three games, but it looks like he will definitely be out there on Monday night, barring a setback. We’ll see if he’s listed as limited or full later today, but either way things are looking positive for the Vikings quarterback.

Via: Courtney Cronin 10/6/17 - 02:46 PM ET

Sam Bradford received the majority of first-team snaps in practice this week, according to Stacey Dales.

This is just further good news that points to Bradford being able to suit up on Monday night against the Bears. Barring a setback with his knee, Bradford will return after missing the last three games while dealing with his bone bruise in his knee.

Via: Stacey Dales 10/8/17 - 09:28 AM ET

Wendell Smallwood (knee) is questionable for Week 5.

The second-year back didn’t practice this week, but the Eagles are not ready to rule him out yet. It’d be a slight surprise if he played without practicing, but maybe Philadelphia will take a different approach than most teams when dealing with missed practice time.

10/6/17 - 02:44 PM ET

Aaron Jones received most of the Packers’ first-team reps in practice this week, according to Ian Rapoport.

Fellow rookie running game Jamaal Williams appeared to be ahead of Jones heading into last Thursday, but Jones played well when Williams left the game and appears set to get more touches today against Dallas with Ty Montgomery (ribs) not expected to play. Jones is an RB2 option, while Williams probably should not be in fantasy lineups.

Via: Ian Rapoport 10/8/17 - 09:25 AM ET