Fantasy Football Week 14 Injury Report: Big Impacts for Playoffs

The 2025 NFL Week 14 brought us a few injuries that will impact our fantasy teams. I will continue to update the injury tracker and post any updates as team reports come out. Be sure to bookmark the 4for4 2025 Injury Tracker for continuous weekly updates.

Daniel Jones, QB Indianapolis Colts

Injury: Right Achilles

Projected Timetable: 2026

Initial Thoughts:

Jones is set to undergo surgery Monday to repair his right Achilles, which gives him nearly exactly 9 months to recover in order to be ready for week 1 of the 2026 season. A right sided injury for a right handed thrower comes with a few more challenges than the left side would have, primarily stepping into intermediate to deep throws, and scrambling and pocket navigation will be a concern early on upon return. It does sound like the Colts will still be interested in signing him to an extension, though they should look to the Kirk Cousins deal as a word of caution in case he struggles to return to form. Cautiously buying in dynasty, particularly in Superflex or Dynasty leagues, especially if there is an injury discount.

Tyrod Taylor, QB New York Jets

Injury: Groin Strain

Projected Timetable: Week 16-18

Initial Thoughts:

Ruled doubtful to return with a groin strain and then unable to return, he was having difficulty moving quickly and was limping. I anticipate this leading to a multi-week absence as of right now, which is troubling considering Justin Fields was unable to practice on Friday and ruled out due to a knee injury. The Jets might be turning to Brady Cook in the short term.

Geno Smith, QB Las Vegas Raiders

Injury: Shoulder Sprain

Projected Timetable: Week 15-17

Initial Thoughts:

I anticipate Smith getting imaging on Monday and hopefully more intel is released on the exact injury. I am suspecting an AC sprain or rotator cuff strain, with varying timeframes for return depending on severity. If he is unable to suit up, the Raiders will presumably turn to Kenny Pickett ahead of Aidan O'Connell.

Jayden Daniels, QB Washington Commanders

Injury: Left Elbow Aggravation

Projected Timetable: TBD

Initial Thoughts:

For some reason, Dan Quinn has already stated that the plan is for Daniels to still return at some point despite this aggravation after landing directly onto his left elbow. I did not see much via video, and it was not the same mechanism that caused the hyperextension and dislocation. His elbow was bent and he fell directly onto it, which hopefully moreso caused pain and swelling that is not concerning long term. I personally hope they keep him out for the remainder of this season simply to ensure that he heals fully instead of risking yet another reinjury, but we will see what they decide. For now, plan on him missing another 1-2 weeks with this aggravation.

De'Von Achane, RB Miami Dolphins

Injury: Ribs

Projected Timetable: Week 15

Initial Thoughts:

Achane was available to return to the game and was standing on the sideline with his helmet on, but the score was not close so they elected to keep him out. I expect him to be able to suit up week 15 with minimal concerns. It does appear that Jaylen Wright has retaken the backup duties though if you were to aim for a handcuff stash.

Nick Chubb, RB Houston Texans

Injury: Ribs

Projected Timetable: TBD

Initial Thoughts:

Chubb was ruled out after suffering a rib injury. Timetable for return will depend on severity of injury, and more information is needed on if there are fractures or if the ribs are just bruised. Anticipate him missing time though with Woody Marks gaining more workload.

CeeDee Lamb, WR Dallas Cowboys

Injury: Concussion

Projected Timetable: Week 15-16

Initial Thoughts:

Thankfully, Lamb has 10 days to clear protocol in order to be able to play week 15. Important detail, posturing is not indicative of severity of a concussion and does not mean a more extensive timeframe missed. He should still be viewed as day to day as he attempts to go through all of the phases of the protocol. There is a chance that he clears in time to play week 15, but it does seem that players have often cleared closer to 12-13 days.

Zach Ertz, TE Washington Commanders

Injury: Multi-Ligament Knee Injury

Projected Timetable: TBD

Initial Thoughts:

Typically I would anticipate 10-12 months minimal for a return, however there is realistically a concern that this is career-threatening for Ertz. Hopefully he can return to form, but I anticipate extensive trauma within the knee that needs to be addressed in surgery. Monitor reports but brace for bad news.

David Njoku, TE Cleveland Browns

Injury: Left Knee

Projected Timetable: Week 15-17

Initial Thoughts:

Njoku may have aggravated his prior left knee injury that he was dealing with in the middle of the season. The good news is that he has been able to play through it to this point, but if it truly worsened then it likely leads to missed time. Monitor reports as the week goes on, but Harold Fannin Jr. may wind up in the league winner territory, especially if he can replicate his week 14 production.

Darnell Washington, TE Pittsburgh Steelers

Injury: Concussion

Projected Timetable: Week 15-16

Initial Thoughts:

Average missed time is typically at least one week. Likely misses week 15.