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Editorial sports image for Kyler Murray Ruled Out, Ushering in the Carson Wentz Experience in MinnesotaNFL

Kyler Murray Ruled Out, Ushering in the Carson Wentz Experience in Minnesota

Kyler Murray has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Chicago Bears due to a concussion, handing the starting quarterback job to Carson Wentz.InjuryGame PreviewRoster MoveRead article
Editorial sports image for Cooper Rush Gets the Nod as Falcons' QB Room Reaches Peak AbsurdityNFL

Cooper Rush Gets the Nod as Falcons' QB Room Reaches Peak Absurdity

Kevin Stefanski announced Cooper Rush will start for the Falcons against the Panthers, with undrafted rookie Jack Strand backing him up amid injuries to Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr.Roster MoveInjuryGame Preview
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Kyler Murray Logs Another Limited Practice as Vikings Await Concussion Clearance

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray remains limited in practice with a concussion, leaving his status for Sunday's game against the Chicago Bears uncertain and keeping Carson Wentz on standby.InjuryGame PreviewAnalysis
Editorial sports image for Nico Collins' Mid-Week Hamstring Downgrade Spells Trouble for the TexansNFL

Nico Collins' Mid-Week Hamstring Downgrade Spells Trouble for the Texans

Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins missed Thursday's practice with a hamstring injury, putting his Week 2 availability against the Bengals in serious jeopardy.InjuryFantasyGame Preview
Editorial sports image for Joe Burrow's Back Injury Has Bengals Fans Hitting the Panic ButtonNFL

Joe Burrow's Back Injury Has Bengals Fans Hitting the Panic Button

Ian Rapoport reports Joe Burrow is dealing with a back injury ahead of the Bengals' Week 2 matchup against the Texans, adding another chapter to the quarterback's extensive medical history.InjuryGame PreviewBetting
Editorial sports image for Nico Collins' Hamstring Injury Sparks the Classic NFL Medical ParadoxNFL

Nico Collins' Hamstring Injury Sparks the Classic NFL Medical Paradox

Texans wide receiver Nico Collins suffered a hamstring injury in practice, putting his Week 2 status against the Bengals in doubt despite doctors claiming it isn't serious.InjuryGame PreviewBetting
Editorial sports image for Alvin Kamara Returns to Save the Saints' Backfield While Cam Jordan Lingers in LimboNFL

Alvin Kamara Returns to Save the Saints' Backfield While Cam Jordan Lingers in Limbo

Alvin Kamara was a full participant in practice and is expected to play Week 2, while Cam Jordan remains limited with a hamstring injury.InjuryFantasyGame Preview
Editorial sports image for TreVeyon Henderson Is Back to Ruin Your Fantasy Backfield MathNFL

TreVeyon Henderson Is Back to Ruin Your Fantasy Backfield Math

Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson returned to full practice and is set to split Week 2 carries with Rhamondre Stevenson, creating a fantasy football headache.InjuryFantasyGame Preview
Editorial sports image for Joe Burrow’s Back is Tight, and Bengals Fans Are Already SweatingNFL

Joe Burrow’s Back is Tight, and Bengals Fans Are Already Sweating

Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is dealing with back tightness ahead of Sunday's game against the Texans, adding another entry to his extensive injury history.InjuryGame PreviewBetting
Editorial sports image for Sam Darnold Ruled Out Against Cardinals With 'Unique' Glute InjuryNFL

Sam Darnold Ruled Out Against Cardinals With 'Unique' Glute Injury

Seahawks QB Sam Darnold will miss Sunday's game against the Cardinals with a glute injury, but Seattle is keeping him off IR as Drew Lock takes over.InjuryGame PreviewBetting
Editorial sports image for Patrick Mahomes Returns From ACL Tear to Face Former College Teammate Davis WebbNFL

Patrick Mahomes Returns From ACL Tear to Face Former College Teammate Davis Webb

Patrick Mahomes is returning from a torn ACL exactly nine months later to face the Denver Broncos, where his former Texas Tech teammate Davis Webb is making his play-calling debut.InjuryGame PreviewCoaching
Editorial sports image for Ladd McConkey's Rib Injury Leaves Chargers Offense Gasping for AirNFL

Ladd McConkey's Rib Injury Leaves Chargers Offense Gasping for Air

Chargers wide receiver Ladd McConkey is dealing with a rib injury and is questionable for next week's divisional matchup against the Raiders.InjuryGame PreviewFantasy
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Rome Odunze is Officially Active, Giving the Bears Zero Excuses Against Carolina

Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze is officially active for Sunday's matchup against the Carolina Panthers, providing a major boost to the offense and clearing up fantasy football decisions.InjuryGame PreviewFantasy