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Zay Jones Deep Fantasy League Pick-up – Bourne to IR
Kendrick Bourne lands on injured reserve after an ankle injury in the Cardinals' 33‑30 OT win over Dallas, ending his rookie Arizona stint with 26 catches for 263 yards in eight games. To replace him, Arizona promotes Harrison Wallace III and re‑signs former wideout Zay Jones to the practice squad, while Michael Wilson plays through two broken ribs and remains a questionable WR2/flex. Tight end Trey McBride, now the clear TE1 in PPR formats, should see a boost in targets. Fantasy managers are advised to monitor Wilson’s health and consider Zay Jones as a quicker‑than‑expected depth option.
Joe Fagnano Named Thursday Night Starter for Ravens
Ravens coach Jesse Minter announces undrafted rookie Joe Fagnano will make his first NFL start Thursday night versus the Jacksonville Jaguars after injuries to Lamar Jackson (thumb surgery) and Tyler Huntley (toe). The 25‑year‑old, who stepped in for most of a recent 36‑10 loss, will play through an ankle issue and becomes only the second undrafted QB to start for Baltimore. Fagnano, a former UConn signal‑caller with 5,252 career yards, posted modest numbers in his debut and faces a Jaguars team fresh off a 42‑7 win. Fantasy owners should treat him as a low‑upside QB2 option.
Tyler Allgeier Fantasy Spike: Jeremiyah Love to IR
Arizona Cardinals rookie RB Jeremiyah Love (third overall, 2026) lands on injured reserve with a high‑ankle sprain after a tackle in the 33‑30 overtime win over Dallas, sidelining him for 4‑5 weeks. In six games he has 268 rushing yards, one rushing TD, 11 catches and a receiving TD (3.5 yds/carry). His absence boosts Tyler Allgeier, who signed a two‑year deal, into a flex‑able RB2 role, while Bam Knight sees more carries. Fantasy managers should stash Love if they have IR space; otherwise consider dropping him and targeting Allgeier (or Knight) ahead of the Week 9 clash at Seattle.
Waiver Wire Pickups Week 9
Gridiron Experts’ Week 9 waiver wire list highlights streaming and depth options across key positions. Quarterbacks: J.J. McCarthy (Giants) earns a Superflex stream after a solid 20‑28‑252 debut and a favorable matchup at Philadelphia, while Gardner Minshew (Cardinals) becomes a starter but faces a tough Seattle test. Running backs: Mike Washington Jr. (Raiders) offers 25‑carry volume against the 49ers; Tyler Allgeier (Cardinals) provides big‑play upside if injuries persist; Kenneth Gainwell (Buccaneers) posts back‑to‑back 140‑yard games but meets a strong Bears run defense. Wide receivers: Makai Lemon (Eagles) delivers consistent PPR floor despite potential target drop with DeVonta Smith’s return, and rookie Jordyn Tyson (Saints) is a stash pending practice clearance. The piece flags each player’s role, matchup and fantasy value for Week 9.
Fantasy Football Rankings Week 9
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Rhamondre Stevenson Full Workload, Henderson Ruled Out
TreVeyon Henderson is ruled out for the Patriots’ Week 8 clash with the Miami Dolphins after missing the final two practices due to illness. The second‑year running back, who has 52 carries for 203 yards and a touchdown this season, won’t travel to Miami, marking his second missed game. With Henderson sidelined, veteran Rhamondre Stevenson is set for a larger workload, having played 68% of snaps in the Week 7 loss to Chicago. Backups Corey Kiner and newly active Lan Larison will see more snaps, while wide receiver A.J. Brown also sits out with ankle and knee issues. Fantasy owners should watch Henderson’s potential return against Green Bay in Week 9.
Brenton Strange Sneaky Sleeper Week 8
Tight end Brenton Strange remains a key target for the Jacksonville Jaguars as they face the Indianapolis Colts in Week 8. Despite an eye injury, he practiced fully and has logged 19 catches on 23 targets over his last three games, solidifying his role with quarterback Trevor Lawrence. With wide receiver Jakobi Meyers questionable due to hamstring and ankle issues, Strange could see even more targets against a Colts defense that struggles against tight ends. The article highlights his expanded usage and the potential for Jacksonville to exploit the middle of the field in the upcoming matchup.
Konata Mumpfield To See Increased Role
With Davante Adams on injured reserve, Los Angeles Rams wideout Konata Mumpfield is set to keep his expanded role against the Chargers in Week 8. Over the past two weeks he logged five targets, three catches for 30 yards and played roughly 45% of offensive snaps, stepping up when Puka Nacua was unavailable. However, his production remains modest as Matthew Stafford still favors Nacua. The Rams’ receiving depth could shift further if tight end Colby Parkinson (rib injury) or wide receiver Jordan Whittington (back tightness) miss Sunday’s game, potentially opening more targets for Mumpfield alongside Tutu Atwell and other options.
Dawson Knox Value Bump Week 8 – Dalton Kincaid Questionable
Bills TE Dalton Kincaid is listed as questionable for the Week 8 matchup with Baltimore after a chest injury that limited his mid‑week practice. He entered the Raiders game in Week 6 with a rib issue, finishing with seven catches for 38 yards, and currently holds 23 receptions for 315 yards and one TD through six games. Backup tight end Dawson Knox, who logged 47 snaps in Week 6, has eight catches for 36 yards and a TD this season and could see more work if Kincaid sits, though he remains a deeper‑league option. WR DJ Moore also remains questionable, adding uncertainty to Buffalo’s target distribution.
Tez Johnson Fantasy Deep Sleeper With Emeka Egbuka Out
Emeka Egbuka is ruled out for the Buccaneers' Week 8 clash with Atlanta after missing practice with concussion and foot issues, leaving his fantasy value nil. In his absence, veteran Chris Godwin remains the safer WR option, while Tez Johnson emerges as a deep‑league flex with a season‑high 41 snaps and a touchdown in the run‑heavy win over Carolina. Johnson’s upside hinges on whether Tampa Bay is forced into a passing attack against the Falcons; a grind‑game would limit both receivers. Fantasy owners should drop Egbuka and consider Godwin for stability, with Johnson as a speculative play in deeper formats.
Carnell Tate Status in Doubt for Week 8
Tennessee Titans wideout Carnell Tate misses Friday’s practice with a shoulder issue, leaving his Week 8 availability against the Cincinnati Bengals uncertain. The injury marks his third missed session this week, and while the Titans haven’t released an official report, fantasy managers should brace for his possible absence. Through seven games, Tate leads the team with 34 catches for 413 yards and a TD, but a fumble in the Week 7 loss to Cleveland adds concern. If sidelined, Wan’Dale Robinson becomes the top fantasy replacement, with Elic Ayomanor as a deeper‑league flex option, though Calvin Ridley’s health could further shift target shares.
Fantasy Football Buy Low Sell High Targets
Gridiron Experts breaks down the final fantasy‑football trade window, highlighting low‑priced buy targets and overvalued sell‑offs for weeks 8‑14. The article warns against early‑season impulse trades like a Sam LaPorta‑Matthew Golden for Saquon Barkley swap and points to players whose workload exceeds their points: Chase Brown (CIN RB), Ollie Gordon II (MIA RB), DeVonta Smith (PHI WR) and Michael Wilson (ARI WR). Each prospect includes role, injury and depth‑chart context, plus timing tips around bye weeks. Readers learn which high‑volume backs and WRs to snag now and which underperformers to cash out before the deadline.
Davante Adams Could Return For Fantasy Playoffs?
Los Angeles Rams wideout Davante Adams, who tore his left hamstring in the Week 6 loss to Arizona (18-16 on Oct. 18), undergoes a cleanup surgery and may return on the shorter side of the original six‑to‑10‑week timeline, head coach Sean McVay says. The Rams hope to see him back by Week 12 against the Green Bay Packers on Nov. 25, though his status remains unconfirmed. Before his injury, Adams posted 30 catches for 480 yards and four touchdowns in six games. In his absence, Puka Nacua, Konata Mumpfield, Jordan Whittington and Tutu Atwell are poised to fill the void.
Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em Week 8
Week 8 fantasy advice from Gridiron Experts warns that the recent roller‑coaster of high scores is over and urges managers to chase upside. With Houston, New Orleans, Giants and 49ers on bye, the focus is on quarterbacks and flex spots. Jacoby Brissett (Texans vs. Cowboys) is a top‑12 superflex pick against a soft Dallas secondary, while Geno Smith (Jets vs. Raiders) is a solid streamer despite a strong Raiders pass rush. Miami’s Ollie Gordon II sees heavy red‑zone carries, offering a safe RB2 floor. Blake Corum (Rams) and Rachaad White (Washington) provide flex upside in favorable run‑heavy matchups. Expect the unexpected through Halloween week.
Greg Dulcich Fantasy Risk vs. Reward Week 8
Greg Dulcich emerges as a low‑risk Week 8 fantasy streamer after posting a career‑high 5 catches for 86 yards in Miami’s 28‑25 win over the Jets. He led the Dolphins in receptions, yards and targets (five), averaging 17.2 yards per catch and snapping 42 of 65 offensive plays. Through six games he has 18 receptions for 213 yards but no touchdowns. With a similar target load against New England, he could provide modest TE upside in deeper leagues, though his role remains secondary in a spread passing attack.
Frustrations Grow: No Kyle Monangai at Practice
Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai skips Tuesday's media-open walk‑through, leaving his Week 8 availability against Seattle in doubt. The 24‑year‑old has missed the last three games with toe and thumb injuries but has already logged 324 rushing yards and three TDs in four appearances, including a 146‑yard effort versus the Jets. He may return to practice later this week, but the first official injury report isn’t due until Thursday. With D’Andre Swift leading the backfield and Roschon Johnson handling change‑of‑pace duties, fantasy owners should treat Monangai as a risky play until his status is confirmed.
Marvin Mims Jr. Could Be Broncos Jumpstart Player
Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton says wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. needs more offensive snaps after his limited Week 7 showing against Arizona—two catches for 53 yards, a three‑yard rush, and 103 kickoff return yards. At 24, Mims has 7 catches on 11 targets for 82 yards through five games, but no touchdowns, and his snap share remains low. Payton’s push could expand his role ahead of the Sunday matchup with the Kansas City Chiefs, especially if Dolphins receiver Jaylen Waddle stays out with a chest injury. Fantasy owners in deeper leagues may view Mims as a speculative waiver with down‑field upside and return value, but he isn’t a reliable starter yet.
Jalen Coker Full Practice Tuesday, But Will He Go on Short Week?
Wide receiver Jalen Coker is listed as a full participant on Tuesday’s estimated injury report after being limited with a shoulder issue. The Panthers, now 3-3, host the Green Bay Packers on Thursday, and Coker’s status for Sunday remains unknown. He has 25 catches for 328 yards and two TDs in five games, but managed only one catch in the 43-13 loss to Tampa Bay. Fantasy managers should consider him a WR3/flex if cleared, though the shoulder still poses a risk. Additional Panthers injuries include RT Taylor Moton (IR) and G Damien Lewis.
Waiver Wire Pickups Week 8
Gridiron Experts highlights the top Week 8 waiver‑wire pickups as the season’s injury bounce‑backs reshape lineups. Quarterback Geno Smith (Jets) returns as a solid Superflex/2QB streaming option after a 3‑TD, 287‑yard effort versus Miami, while Miami’s Malik Willis offers upside with his rushing floor despite a tough New England matchup. Running backs Bam Knight (Cardinals) and Jonah Coleman (Broncos) earn flex and RB3 value respectively, with Knight poised for a favorable Dallas clash and Coleman emerging as Denver’s primary back. San Francisco’s Kaelon Black is a cheap handcuff stash behind McCaffrey, and rookie WR Omar Cooper Jr. (Jets) is the must‑add WR3 after two 100‑yard, touchdown weeks. These picks provide low‑risk upgrades as bye weeks mount.
Bam Knight Impressive in Loss to Broncos
Waiver‑wire addition Bam Knight shines in Arizona’s 30‑16 loss to Denver, handling 43 of the Cardinals’ 53% offensive snaps. He logged 48 rushing yards on seven carries and caught three passes for 15 yards, out‑producing fellow back Tyler Allgeier despite fewer touches. Over the past two games Knight has amassed 161 yards from scrimmage on 27 touches, a big jump from only three carries early in the season. With Jeremiah Love still sidelined by an ankle injury, Knight’s expanded role makes him a tempting flex pick in 12‑team PPR leagues, especially against a Dallas defense that’s allowed 899 rushing yards in six games.
Jaguars News: Brian Thomas Jr. Still A Part of the Offense (For Now)
Jaguars coach Liam Coen says wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. will get a chance to contribute against the Indianapolis Colts after a quiet stretch that left him without a catch in the last two games. Thomas has 9 receptions for 105 yards and one TD in six games, far behind teammates Parker Washington (26 catches, 416 yards, 4 TDs) and Jakobi Meyers. Coen stresses putting Thomas in the right position and backs him publicly, though no roster change is announced. Jacksonville enters Week 8 at 4-2, while fantasy owners are advised to bench Thomas in most PPR lineups unless his snap count rises.
Bam Knight Fantasy Sleeper: Allgeier Lose Touches?
The Arizona Cardinals will stick with the Allgeier‑Knight tandem against the Denver Broncos on Sunday after Jeremiah Love’s ankle injury sidelines him again. Allgeier struggled in the 18‑16 win over the Rams, tallying 18 carries for just 38 yards (2.1 ypc), while Knight posted 15 carries for 80 yards (6.2 ypc) and two catches. Denver ranks 2nd in the league in rushing yards allowed, giving both backs a chance to rebound. Fantasy managers should treat Allgeier as a low‑floor flex in deeper PPR leagues, but Knight offers higher upside and could see a larger share of carries if Allgeier falters.
Give Me More: Bijan Robinson To See Huge Workload: Brian Robinson Out
The Falcons announce running back Brian Robinson Jr. is out with a hamstring injury, forcing him to miss his first game of the season against the 6-0 San Francisco 49ers. Backup Khalil Herbert, a recent practice‑squad elevation, will step in as the No. 2 RB, while star Bijan Robinson shoulders a heavier workload. Robinson currently boasts 111 carries for 641 yards and four touchdowns, but was limited to nine carries in the 31‑23 loss to Chicago. Atlanta (2‑4) also deals with multiple defensive absences. The increased volume could boost Bijan’s production against a 49ers defense that has struggled against the run.
Chris Godwin Fantasy Bump? – Egbuka Ruled Out Sunday
Emeka Egbuka is ruled out for Sunday’s NFC South showdown with the Carolina Panthers after entering concussion protocol and suffering a foot injury. The Buccaneers’ leading receiver (28 catches, 240 yards) had been trending upward, posting a 14‑yard rushing TD in Week 5 and a 40% target share versus Pittsburgh. His absence aligns with the return of quarterback Baker Mayfield, who is listed as questionable after a thumb dislocation but looks ready to start. With Egbuka sidelined, Chris Godwin Jr., Ted Hurst III and Tez Johnson will inherit most snaps; Godwin offers the safest floor in PPR formats despite limited production. The Panthers sit 3‑2 and rank 19th in pass defense, setting up a tough test for Tampa Bay’s 30th‑ranked passing attack.
Jonah Coleman Could Return in Week 7
Denver Broncos running back Jonah Coleman practices in full for a second day and is set to activate from injured reserve for the Week 7 matchup against the Arizona Cardinals. The Broncos opened a 21‑day window on Wednesday, making him eligible to play after missing the season’s first two games due to an ankle injury suffered in the Week 2 win over Jacksonville. Coleman logged 10 carries for 39 yards and his first NFL touchdown in that game, but returns to a crowded backfield with J.K. Dobbins, RJ Harvey and Tyler Badie (thumb injury). While his fantasy value is a bench stash for now, his three‑down skill set could boost Denver’s 26th‑ranked rushing attack.
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