Staying up to date on NFL injury news is of the utmost importance for fantasy football success. The article below tracks all fantasy-relevant players currently listed on their team’s injury report and provides fantasy managers with actionable recommendations as new information rolls in.

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**UPDATED AS OF TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27 AT 9:30 PM ET**

🏈 AFC East◆ Buffalo BillsDJ Moore – WR (shoulder)

Moore aggravated his shoulder injury in Week 4 and was forced from the game, unable to return. He did not play in Week 5 or Week 6.

Impact: The team’s Week 7 bye should afford Moore the requisite time to heal and return to the active roster when the Bills take on the Ravens on the road. Moore would be an upside WR3, if active.

◆ Miami DolphinsDe’Von Achane – RB (knee)

Achane suffered a torn ACL in the team’s Week 3 loss to the Chiefs, ending his season.

Impact: Achane’s unfortunate season-ending injury creates opportunity for Ollie Gordon and Jaylen Wright. The timing of the injury makes it likely that Achane is able to fully recover before the start of the 2027 regular season.

Jaylen Wright – RB (quad)

Wright was unable to finish the team’s Week 6 win over the Jets due to a hamstring injury.

Impact: Recent signee Kaytron Allen is the only other healthy back currently on the 53-man roster behind Ollie Gordon, the latter of whom should continue to operate in a near workhorse role should Wright be unable to play in Week 7.

◆ New England PatriotsMack Hollins – WR (calf)

Hollins departed the team’s Week 4 win over the Bills with a calf injury and did not return. He was placed on injured reserve in Week 5.

Impact: Veteran practice squad call-up Efton Chism saw the biggest increase in routes following Hollins’ departure, which was particularly interesting considering the team’s general lack of downfield abilities. Perhaps Kyle Williams could finally see additional time on the field.

Romeo Doubs – WR (shoulder)

Doubs was placed on injured reserve following a shoulder injury sustained in Week 6. He will miss the next four games, at minimum.

Impact: The Patriots have now played only 33 offensive snaps with both Doubs and A.J. Brown on the field together this season after Doubs was injured on his second offensive snap in Week 6. Brown returned from injured reserve in Week 6 and should have the runway to return WR1 numbers while Doubs remains sidelined.

◆ New York JetsBreece Hall – RB (quadriceps)

Hall suffered a quadriceps injury in the team’s Week 3 loss to the Lions. Head coach Aaron Glenn reiterated Hall remains week-to-week early in Week 6. He finished Week 7 preparation with consecutive limited showings, drawing the questionable tag against the Dolphins. He ultimately did not play against the Dolphins.

Impact: Braelon Allen can be started as a volume-driven RB2 for as long as Hall remains sidelined.

🏈 AFC North◆ Baltimore RavensLamar Jackson – QB (ankle)

Jackson has been out since injuring his ankle in Week 4. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported Tuesday that he expects Jackson to play in Week 8 against the Bills.

Impact: Jackson’s expected return to face the Bills is a significant fantasy boon to the upside of Zay Flowers, who has been among the league’s most efficient receivers this season.

Durham Smythe – TE (Achilles)

Smythe suffered a torn Achilles in the team’s Week 4 win over the Titans. His season is done.

Impact: It was Matt Hibner who saw the largest increase in snaps following Smythe’s departure in Week 4, making it unlikely we see veteran Mark Andrews in a more robust role.

◆ Cincinnati BengalsAndrei Iosivas – WR (thumb)

The Bengals placed Iosivas on injured reserve in Week 3

Impact: Wide receivers Colbie Young and Dohnte Meyers will duke it out for the No. 3 wide receiver role for at least the next four weeks. Meyers can be added in 14-team leagues, though his upside is questionable.

Erick All – TE (knee)

All suffered a torn ACL in Week 7. He was placed on injured reserve Tuesday and will miss the remainder of the regular season.
Impact: All loses yet another season in devastating fashion after suffering his third torn ACL. His absence could provide a slight uptick in snap rate and route participation for Mike Gesicki, although he will be a difficult weekly start for as long as both Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins remain healthy.

◆ Cleveland BrownsRaheim Sanders – RB (hip)The Browns placed Sanders on injured reserve in Week 6.

Impact: He will be eligible to return after four games missed.

◆ Pittsburgh SteelersMichael Pittman – WR (foot)

Pittman was limited on Wednesday before being seen using a scooter in the locker room after practice. It was then revealed that Pittman aggravated his foot injury. The Steelers placed him on injured reserve late in Week 5.

Impact: Pittman’s absence opens the door for additional opportunities behind DK Metcalf, a role that now appears to be on rookie Germie Bernard‘s shoulders following the multi-week injury suffered by Roman Wilson in Week 5. Ben Skowronek (leg) has already been ruled out for Week 6. Bernard is one of Week 6’s top waiver additions after leading the team with nine targets against the Colts.

Roman Wilson – WR (finger)

Wilson departed in the second half of Week 5 with a finger injury and is reportedly looking at a multi-game absence. He was ruled out for Week 6 on Friday and placed on injured reserve on Saturday.

Impact: See above.

🏈 AFC South◆ Houston TexansJaylin Noel – WR (toe)

Noel suffered a turf toe injury in Week 7 that held him to just 15 routes. The most recent report indicates the team is still gathering information on the severity of the injury.

Impact: Fantasy managers will want to track Noel’s status throughout the week, but we wouldn’t be shocked to see him miss some games considering the nature of the injury. Tank Dell and recent acquisition Marvin Harrison Jr. would be in line to benefit should Noel miss time.

David Montgomery – RB (groin)

Head coach DeMeco Ryans said Monday that Montgomery is “week-to-week” with a groin injury. He was ruled out for Week 6 on Friday, and remains sidelined to begin Week 7. The team ruled him out for Week 7 Friday.

Impact: The expected multi-game absence leaves Woody Marks atop the backfield depth chart. He is a viable FLEX starter, but the Texans showed in Week 6 that they will continue splitting backfield touches.

Jawhar Jordan – RB (undisclosed)

The Texans placed Jordan on injured reserve in Week 7.

Impact: Jordan prevented Marks from handling a full-time role in Week 6. Dare Ogunbowale will probably do the same while Montgomery is sidelined.

Jayden Higgins – WR (knee)

Higgins saw his 2026 season taken from him due to a torn ACL suffered in camp.

Impact: It’s a massive blow to a Texans team that was counting on Higgins taking another step forward in his Sophomore campaign. The team traded for Kayshon Boutte in the wake of the injury and then added Marvin Harrison Jr. in a deal with the Cardinals ahead of Week 6.

◆ Indianapolis ColtsAlec Pierce – WR (heel)

Pierce aggravated the injury that required offseason surgery in Week 2. The Colts placed him on injured reserve in Week 3. He will attempt to avoid surgery by rehabbing his injured heel. Head coach Shane Steichen said Pierce won’t practice this week.

Impact: Josh Downs should serve as the primary option through the air for as long as Pierce remains sidelined. The team signed veteran field-stretcher Darius Slayton in the wake of Pierce’s injury, although he is unlikely to return weekly fantasy production. Slayton (knee) was ruled out for Week 5 on Friday.

Tyler Warren – TE (groin)

Warren was added to the team’s injury report on Friday and was designated questionable for Week 6. He did not play against the Titans and remains sidelined early in Week 7, before being ruled out Friday.

Impact: An absence leaves the Colts without one of their top playmakers, filtering additional volume to Keenan Allen, Josh Downs and Jonathan Taylor, though Taylor is the bankable fantasy football asset.

◆ Jacksonville Jaguars

The Jaguars emerged from their Week 6 loss to the Texans absent any fantasy-relevant injuries. Nothing has changed through their Week 7 bye.

◆ Tennessee TitansTyjae Spears – RB (knee)

Spears is listed as questionable in what seems like a weekly occurrence. He ultimately did not play in Week 7.

Impact: Tony Pollard operated in a workhorse role in the absence of Spears in the team’s Week 7 loss to the Browns, a setup that could persist should Spears miss additional time. Pollard would be a high-end RB2 without Spears.

🏈 AFC West◆ Denver BroncosPat Bryant – WR (ankle)

Bryant suffered an ankle injury in the team’s Week 4 loss to the 49ers and is reportedly expected to miss “a few weeks.” He was placed on injured reserve Friday.

Impact: Troy Franklin and Marvin Mims appear to be the next men up in Bryant’s absence, although the team could use a “sum of all parts” mentality to bridge his absence, considering historical trends. Alpha wide receiver Jaylen Waddle would be the primary beneficiary.

Jaylen Waddle – WR (chest)

Waddle was injured in the fourth quarter of the team’s Week 7 win over the Cardinals and did not return.

Impact: Fantasy managers will want to track his status throughout the coming week ahead of a divisional tilt against the Chiefs. Waddle is too talented to sit on fantasy benches if active, regardless of the poor returns through the first seven weeks.

◆ Kansas City ChiefsRashee Rice – WR (hamstring)

Rice departed Week 4 with a hamstring injury and is reportedly looking at a multi-week absence. He missed Week 6 and remains sidelined early in Week 7, before being ruled out for Sunday Night Football against the Seahawks.

Impact: Wide receivers Jalen Royals and Andrew Armstrong have received increased playing time, though neither is doing much with it. Once-intriguing rookie Cyrus Allen appears to be an afterthought. Perhaps another week will allow Rice to return to face the Broncos in Week 8.

Tyquan Thornton – WR (ankle)

Thornton suffered a devastating ankle injury due to a hip-drop tackle in Week 4. He is reportedly set to undergo surgery within the week and will miss 12-16 weeks.

Impact: See above.

◆ Las Vegas RaidersDont’e Thornton – WR (hamstring)

The Raiders are still waiting for Thornton to “show” something as he enters his third and final practice week in his 21-day practice window. He was activated from injured reserve Tuesday.

Impact: Thornton could carve out a role as a deep threat, once healthy, but can only be viewed as a dart throw.

Jack Bech – WR (forearm)

The Raiders placed Bech on injured reserve in Week 4. He saw his 21-day practice window activated Tuesday.

Impact: Raiders wide receiver Tre Tucker could line up in the slot more often. Time will tell if Bech is healthy enough to miss the minimum four games.

◆ Los Angeles ChargersLadd McConkey – WR (concussion)

McConkey was forced from the team’s Week 6 loss to the Chiefs due to a concussionafter just eight offensive snaps.

Impact: McConkey appears likely to avoid missing time with the head injury considering the team heads to its bye in Week 7. Expect McConkey back on the field for Week 8 against the Rams. No new update has been provided from the team, as of Tuesday.

Tre’ Harris – WR (hamstring)

Harris missed the team’s Week 6 loss to the Chiefs with a hamstringinjury.

Impact: Harris could return following the team’s Week 7 bye. No new update has been provided from the team, as of Tuesday.

David Njoku – TE (fibula)

Njoku is looking at an extended absence after being carted from the field in the team’s Week 2 loss to the Raiders. The Chargers placed him on injured reserve in Week 3.

Impact: See above.

🏈 NFC East◆ Dallas CowboysMalik Davis – RB (hip)

Davis was placed on injured reserve and will miss the remainder of the 2026 season.

Impact: The Cowboys released both Jaydon Blue and Phil Mafah at roster cuts and now have only Emari Demercado on the active roster behind starter Javonte Williams. Expect Israel Abanikanda to be elevated to the active roster from the practice squad for Week 2, while Williams appears likely to see all the work he can handle against the Commanders. Williams is a locked-in RB1 in Week 2.

◆ New York GiantsJaxson Dart – QB (knee)

Dart injured his MCL, PCL and meniscus on the team’s first possession of Monday Night Football against the Rams. He will undergo surgery to address the MCL and meniscus and miss the rest of the regular season. Giants head coach John Harbaugh said it is possible for Dart to return in the postseason, although this is unlikely.

Impact: Backup Jameis Winston was benched in favor of recent acquisition J.J. McCarthy in the second half of their loss to the Saints. Head coach John Harbaugh confirmed McCarthy as the starter for Week 7.

Isaiah Likely – TE (concussion)

Likely suffered a concussion in the team’s Week 7 win over the Texans. The Athetic’s Dan Duggan reported Tuesday that Likely should be fine after the team’s Week 8 bye.
Impact: Likely none.

◆ Philadelphia EaglesSaquon Barkley – RB (back)

Barkley returned from a two-game absence in Week 7, only to suffer an unrelated injury (back) in the second quarter. He would be in and out of the lineup until the fourth quarter, when he left for good.

Impact: A new injury for Barkley is maddening for fantasy managers that thought he had put the hamstring issue behind him. Although the team has yet to provide an update to the veteran back’s designation, as of Tuesday, the new injury would appear to be of lesser severity than the hamstring injury that forced him to miss two games. Fantasy managers will want to monitor his level of participation in practice throughout the week, and might want to consider adding Elijah Mitchell, considering the uncertainty surrounding Dameon Pierce. Both Tank Bigsby and Will Shipley remain on injured reserve.

Dameon Pierce – RB (undisclosed)

Pierce was injured on a kick return in the fourth quarter of the team’s Week 7 loss to the Cowboys and did not return. The team has not provided an update on his status, as of Tuesday.
Impact: See above.

DeVonta Smith – WR (hamstring)

Smith was ruled out for Week 7 Saturday.

Impact: As was fellow receiver Dontayvion Wicks (ankle) , leaving the Eagles with four heathy receivers on the active roster. Tight end Dallas Goedert stands to benefit the most from the absences, and should remain a fantasy TE1, should the two miss additional time.

Tank Bigsby – RB (core)

See above.

Impact: See above.

Jalen Hurts – QB (blood clots)

Team doctors discovered a blood clot in Hurts’ calf. He was ruled out for Week 6 and could be looking at an extended absence. He was placed on injured reserve on Saturday after more clots were found in his lungs.

Impact: Hurts is currently sidelined indefinitely. Tanner McKee enters the starting lineup under center following the release of Andy Dalton. The Philadelphia offense could be in trouble in the immediate future considering the sheer number of injuries.

Will Shipley – RB (foot)

Shipley reportedly suffered a partial tear of the plantar fascia in his foot in Week 5. He is expected to miss multiple weeks.

Impact: See above.

◆ Washington CommandersTerry McLaurin – WR (knee)

McLaurin suffered a season-ending patellar tendon rupture in Week 6.

Impact: Treylon Burks should step into primary perimeter snaps, although he suffered an apparent injury late in the fourth quarter. No update has been passed on Burks as of Tuesday. Stefon Diggs will likely serve as the de facto No. 1 wide receiver moving forward.

Marcus Mariota – QB (knee)

Mariota departed the team’s Week 4 loss in London with a sprained MCL, leaving Athan Kaliakmanis as the likely backup, for the time being. Mariota remained sidelined in Week 5 and was ruled out for Week 6.

Impact: None.

Jaylin Lane – WR (ankle)

Lane suffered a dislocated ankle and fracture in Week 4 and is likely done for the season.

Impact: Minimal. Lane was primarily a special teams contributor.

Jacory Croskey-Merritt – RB (groin)

Croskey-Merritt was unable to practice this week and ruled out for Week 6 against the 49ers. The team placed him on injured reserve on Saturday.

Impact: Expect Rachaad White to fill in as the primary rusher, with Austin Ekeler on hand to soak up primary change of pace duties. White can be started as a viable FLEX option while Ekeler is likely best left on fantasy benches.

🏈 NFC North◆ Chicago BearsKyle Monangai – RB (thumb/toe)

Head coach Ben Johnson labeled Monangai as “day-to-day” with a thumb injury suffered in Week 4, but he was later revealed to have suffered a turf toe injury as well. He remains sidelined for the Bears’ Week 7 game against the Patriots on Thursday. He was not spotted during Tuesday’s walkthrough ahead of a Monday Night Football game against the Seahawks.

Impact: D’Andre Swift is splitting touches with Roschon Johnson. Swift is RB2-viable, while Johnson can be started in the FLEX.

Cole Kmet – TE (knee)

Kmet suffered a season-ending knee injury in the team’s Thursday Night Football win over the Patriots.

Impact: Expect Sam Roush to serve as the team’s TE2 for the remainder of the season, while second-year tight end Colston Loveland should continue his recent ascension back into TE1 territory.

◆ Detroit LionsIsiah Pacheco – RB (back)

Pacheco was placed on injured reserve to start the season. General Manager Brad Holmes said he “hopes Pacheco returns this season.”

Impact: Well, that doesn’t sound great. There appears to be something more insidious going on with Pacheco’s back than initially thought. Lions coach Dan Campbell said running backs Jacob Saylors and Sione Vaki could split touches behind Jahmyr Gibbs. Saylors appears to be the first player up. Gibbs handled an absurd 34 opportunities, of 37 total running back opportunities, in the team’s Week 1, overtime win over the Saints

Amon-Ra St. Brown – WR (ankle)

St. Brown picked up a minor ankle injury in Week 7. Head coach Dan Campbell said Tuesday that the veteran receiver “should be fine” for Week 8 against the Vikings.
Impact: Likely none, although fantasy managers will want to confirm via his practice statuses the remainder of the week.

◆ Green Bay PackersMatthew Golden – WR (shoulder/foot)

Golden was estimated as a ‘DNP’ for both walkthroughs through Tuesday ahead of a Thursday Night Football meeting with the Panthers in Week 8.

Impact: Fantasy managers will want to wait for the team’s final injury report Wednesday before making any decisions. An absence from Golden would thrust Christian Watson into WR1 territory, while Savion Williams and Tucker Kraft would see slight upticks in ceiling.

Jayden Reed – WR (neck)

Reed suffered a scary-looking neck injury that required stabilization in the team’s Week 2 win over the Jets. Packers head coach Matt LaFleur said on Tuesday that it is “way too early” to determine whether Reed will play again in 2026. That said, he was not placed on injured reserve ahead of their Week 3 contest. He will reportedly undergo surgery.

Impact: Beyond the football implications, it is good to hear Reed avoided any life-altering injuries in Week 2. Skyy Moore and Bo Melton are likely to soak up additional snaps, although volume is most likely to concentrate on Christian Watson, Matthew Golden, and Tucker Kraft.

Chris Brooks – RB (ankle)

Brooks suffered an ankle injury in the team’s Week 4 win over the Buccaneers and is reportedly undergoing further testing. He did not play in Week 5 or Week 6.

Impact: Brooks had been the most consistent rusher in a timeshare situation. Kaleb Johnson lost another fumble in Week 4, leaving MarShawn Lloyd as the likely beneficiary for as long as Brooks remains sidelined, although that role carries little value for the team with the fewest rush attempts in the league through the first month of the season.

Skyy Moore – WR (ankle)

Moore sported a walking boot instead of practicing on Wednesday. He was ruled out for Week 6 Friday.

Impact: Should he miss time, the Packers’ star players would further consolidate touches.

◆ Minnesota VikingsAaron Jones – RB (knee)Jones sustained a knee injury in Week 7 and was unable to finish the game. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Monday that the team considers Jones “day-to-day.”

Impact: Jordan Mason would be in line to serve as a legitimate workhorse should Jones be unable to play against the Lions in Week 8. Fantasy managers will want to monitor this one closely.

👉 Don’t forget: Check out the Rotoworld player news feed for all the latest news, notes, and transactions around the league.🏈 NFC South◆ Atlanta FalconsBrian Robinson – RB (hamstring)

Robinson was limited on Wednesday before missing practice Thursday and Friday. He was ruled outfor Week 7 Friday.

Impact: This directly benefits lead back Bijan Robinson, who typically cedes meaningful touch counts to Robinson.

◆ Carolina PanthersJonathan Brooks – RB (groin)

Brooks aggravated the groin injury that forced him to miss the end of camp. The Panthers placed him on injured reserve in Week 3. He is expected to undergo core muscle surgery.

Impact: Chuba Hubbard enters the volume-driven RB1 discussion in Brooks’ absence. Trevor Etienne (ankle) is practicing in full and can be stashed in 14-team leagues, while AJ Dillon was ruled out.

◆ New Orleans SaintsTravis Etienne – RB (hamstring)

Etienne aggravated his hamstring injury in the team’s Week 3 loss to the Raiders. Head coach Kellen Moore said Monday that he expects Etienne to “miss some time.”

Impact: Alvin Kamara and Kendre Miller appear likely to split the load in Etienne’s absence, neither of whom is overly enticing in fantasy circles in what is expected to be a shared workload.

Jordyn Tyson – WR (hamstring)

Tyson begins the regular season on injured reserve. He reportedly traveled with the team to Paris for their Week 7 game against the Steelers, but will not begin practicing this week.

Impact: Tyson is trending toward returning following the Saints’ Week 8 bye.

◆ Tampa Bay BuccaneersJalen McMillan – WR (knee)

McMillan suffered a sprained PCL in his first game action of the season in Week 3. The team placed him on injured reserve Monday, with an expected absence of 6-8 weeks.

Impact: Not much change considering he made his season debut in Week 3, although rookie Ted Hurst should remain in the starting lineup.

Emeka Egbuka – WR (foot/concussion)

Egbuka did not practice on Wednesday. He was ruled out for Week 7 Friday.

Impact: Wide receivers Chris Godwin (eight) and Ted Hurst (six) trailed Egbuka in targets (16) last week and are in line to benefit from Egbuka’s absence. Tight end Cade Otton could also see additional volume over the middle of the field.

🏈 NFC West◆ Arizona CardinalsJeremiyah Love – RB (ankle)

Love was sidelined throughout Week 6 and remains sidelined early in Week 7. The team lists him with just one ankle injury despite recent reports indicating that his preseason ankle injury remains problematic and he injured his other ankle in Week 4. He was ruled out for Week 7 Friday. Head coach Mike LaFleur said he expects Love to practice Wednesday.

Impact: Love should return to lead a committee against the Cowboys, where he’ll be a borderline RB3/FLEX.

Jalen Brooks – WR (wrist)

Brooks had emergency surgery on his wrist and will miss the remainder of the regular season.
Impact: The team signed veteran Zay Jones Tuesday in an associated move. Expect volume to continue to remain heavily concentrated on Michael Wilson and Trey McBride.

◆ Los Angeles RamsTerrance Ferguson – TE (ankle)

Ferguson aggravated an ankle injury in the team’s Week 3 loss to the Broncos and was sent to injured reserve. As of Week 7, he needs more rehab time.

Impact: Colby Parkinson (shoulder) is playing through his injury and Davis Allen (foot) is sidelined. Tyler Higbee is a viable TE1/2 in fantasy, though he was outplayed by Parkinson in Week 6.

Davante Adams – WR (hamstring)

The Rams placed Adams on injured reserve with a ruptured hamstring tendon. He is expected to miss 6-10 weeks, though as of Wednesday in Week 7, the team has not yet scheduled his required procedure, clouding his recovery timeline.

Impact: Puka Nacua should see all the volume he can handle in the absence of Adams, while a shift to heavier rates of 12- and 13-personnel is likely in store for the Rams as they fight through another significant injury. Tyler Higbee suddenly finds himself a fantasy TE1, at least until Ferguson returns, while Nacua challenges for overall WR1. A recent ESPN report indicates the Rams will explore the trade market, though head coach Sean McVay denies it. Adams could be replaced as the team’s No. 2 wide receiver while injured. Trading him away now could pay off.

◆ San Francisco 49ersChristian McCaffrey – RB (hamstring)

McCaffrey was in an out of the lineup in Week 7 due to a hamstring injury, which head coach Kyle Shanahan labeled as minor on Monday.

Impact: Fantasy managers will want to track McCaffrey’s status closely considering his value to rosters, although the team’s Week 8 bye should theoretically provide enough time to where he doesn’t miss any games.

Mike Evans – WR (Achilles)

Evans aggravated his Achilles injury in Week 6 and is expected to “miss some time.” He was ruled out for Week 7 Friday.

Impact: The hits to the San Francisco pass catchers continue as Evans now appears to be in line to miss at least Week 7. The team has its bye in Week 8, potentially setting up a situation where Evans misses only one contest. Expect volume to concentrate on Christian McCaffrey and George Kittle, with the team also expected to be without Deebo Samuel for their game against the Falcons. As you can see below, there are now five wide receivers unavailable for the 49ers.

Demarcus Robinson – WR (ankle)

Robinson suffered a high-ankle sprain in the team’s Week 2 win over the Dolphins. He will miss significant time.

Impact: Reports suggest Jacob Cowing will be leaned on to fill the void left behind by the injuries to Robinson and De’Zhaun Stribling. Expect Mike Evans, assuming health, Christian McCaffrey, and George Kittle to soak up additional volume.

Deebo Samuel – WR (hamstring)

Samuel suffered a hamstring injury in the team’s Week 5 win over the Seahawks. He is expected to miss multiple weeks and was ruled out for Week 7 Friday.

Impact: The Athletic’s Matt Barrows believes Brandin Cooks is the “next man up” for a 49ers team absolutely devastated by injuries. Cooks can be added from waivers after serving as the de facto WR2 opposite Mike Evans once Samuel departed.

De’Zhaun Stribling – WR (ankle)

Stribling suffered an ankle injury in the team’s Week 1 win over the Rams. The 49ers placed him on injured reserve in Week 2 after he underwent surgery to repair a deltoid ligament tear. He is expected to return in 10 weeks.

Impact: The Athletic’s Matt Barrows believes Demarcus Robinson will be the primary beneficiary.

Ricky Pearsall – WR (knee)

Pearsall was placed on season-ending injured reserve.

Impact: Pearsall will miss the entirety of the 2026 season.

◆ Seattle SeahawksZach Charbonnet – RB (knee)

Charbonnet reportedly has a “legitimate chance” to play in Week 7 against the Chiefs, and is now practicing in full. That said, the team ruled him out Friday. Head coach Mike Macdonald declined to say whether Charbonnet would play in Week 8 against the Bears.

Impact: Fantasy managers could have to wait another week for the return of Charbonnet, who should not be on waivers.

Rashid Shaheed – WR (knee)

Shaheed injured his knee during a collision with teammate Jaxon Smith-Njigba in Week 7. Head coach Mike Macdonald said Monday that the “early returns are positive” on his injury.

Impact: Fantasy managers will want to track his status closely throughout the week. An absence would theoretically leave additional opportunities for veteran Cooper Kupp.

Jadarian Price – RB (chest)

Price was placed on injured reserve in Week 4.

Impact: Price played through the injury in Week 3 but apparently emerged worse off for wear. Emanuel Wilson and George Holani will split the backfield in his absence, although the biggest boost likely falls back to Jaxon Smith-Njigba.