January 2021 4for4 Player News Articles

Detroit is dealing QB Matthew Stafford to the Los Angeles Rams in exchange for two future first-round picks, a third-round pick and QB Jared Goff, per sources. Two former No. 1 overall picks trading places in the first blockbuster NFL trade of 2021.

We have our first domino falling in the QB realm for 2021. Both Matthew Stafford and Jared Goff inherit some talented weapons in their respective offenses.

The [Stafford] interest is significant. Expect a trade before the Super Bowl.

According to Dan Campbell, trade talks have gotten "hot and heavy", so a trade is likely imminent in order for all parties to move forward. Interest has been linked to the Rams (but they have cap issues with Jared Goff), 49ers, Colts, Football Team and Patriots, among others.

We have agreed to a two-year extension with @nickboyle86 through the 2023 season.

Nick Boyle is one of the premier inline blocking tight ends in the league, and ended last season on IR for a knee issue. He should be back in time for 2021 camps.

The Titans have officially promoted OLB Coach Shane Bowen to Defensive Coordinator.

The Titans went sans defensive coordinator after Dean Peas left, and Bowen took on a larger role, with HC Mike Vrabel calling plays. Tennessee was 24th in points allowed and 28th in yards allowed under both guys in 2020.

Bucs and Chiefs enter critical phase of COVID precautions. Any player or coach with a positive test beginning today will be ruled out for the Super Bowl. Same protocols as regular season. Game on without key players if positive.

All players and coaches from either Super Bowl team should bubble themselves from this day forward. Keep an eye on any test-related news for DFS and prop bets.

The #Lions are expected to hire Mark Brunell as their quarterbacks coach, source said. Another former NFL player joining Dan Campbell’s staff, and a key mentor for Matthew Stafford's successor.

Deshaun Watson officially has requested a trade from the Houston Texans, per league sources. He actually did it weeks ago. Their new head-coaching hire, David Culley, has not and will not alter Watson’s thinking.

It appears the hiring of David Culley will not impact Deshaun Watson's decision to vacate Houston. Landing spots for the 25-year old include Washington, Carolina and New York, among others.

The sides have to work out the contract, but it appears the #Texans have their man. As @McClain_on_NFLpredicted, it's David Culley.

After 17 seasons, Jason Witten is retiring from the NFL. He intends to sign a one-day contract and retire as a member of the Dallas Cowboys in March when his contract with the Las Vegas Raiders expires at the end of the league year.

Jason Witten spent 16 years as a Cowboy before playing with Las Vegas in 2020. He posted four 1,000 yard seasons and eight more over the 700-yard mark. His impressive career boasts five top-five finishes among tight ends in fantasy points over the last decade.

The 49ers have signed restricted free agent RB Jeff Wilson, Jr. to a one-year contract.

He set career-highs with 126 carries, 600 yards and 7 TD, playing great for the team late in the season.

Coming off a career-high season, Jeff Wilson will once again be competing with Raheem Mostert for the lead job as they're both now signed through the 2021 season. Both Tevin Coleman and Jerick McKinnon are set to be unrestricted free agents this offseason, leaving the third-down back slot up in the air.

Sources: Chiefs' Le'Veon Bell, Sammy Watkins and Buccaneers' Antonio Brown, Antoine Winfield Jr. expected to play in Super Bowl

Sammy Watkins missed the AFC title game and only played in 10 games for the Chiefs in the regular season. If truly healthy for the Super Bowl, Watkins takes away any fantasy relevance from Byron Pringle and Demarcus Robinson. Mecole Hardman should still see similar usage and is in the DFS conversation.

Chiefs' Le'Veon Bell, Sammy Watkins and Buccaneers' Antonio Brown, Antoine Winfield Jr. expected to play in Super Bowl.

Antonio Brown missed the NFL title game with a knee injury, but has two weeks to heal before the Super Bowl matchup with the Chiefs. Brown saw three targets which he turned into 49 yards and a score in the Wild Card round against Washington, along with three more targets against New Orleans in the Divisional Round, before leaving with the knee injury.

Now official for Jennifer King: First full-time African American female assistant position coach in NFL history.

Jennifer King spent last season as a full-time intern for the Football Team under running backs coach Randy Jordan, working with Antonio Gibson, J.D. McKissic, and Peyton Barber. She becomes the first full-time African American female assistant coach in NFL history.

Greg Olsen, who spent last year with the Seahawks, announcing his official retirement on the FOX pregame show. Now will join FOX as an analyst.

The 14-year veteran ends his NFL career with 742 receptions for 8,683 yards and 60 touchdowns. He'll join the Fox crew as an analyst.

From @NFLGameDay: #Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes is out of the concussion protocol… but turf toe is a legitimate issue. He’ll see a specialist after the season to determine if he needs surgery.

Patrick Mahomes' ceiling could take a hit with some limited mobility, but he's still certainly in play for DFS on Sunday.

The Chiefs will test WR Sammy Watkins pregame, but don’t sound optimistic he will play today.

Sammy Watkins got in some limited practices this week which was promising, but it's possible his calf issue took a downward turn over the weekend. If he doesn't go which seems very likely, Mecole Hardman gets the largest bump with Demarcus Robinson and Byron Pringle both in the mix for tournament DFS purposes. Both wideouts saw three targets last week to Hardman's four.

Source: Both games are cleared to be played today. Championship Sunday is on with no COVID-19 issues interfering.

With all teams given the go-ahead, look for individual injuries as far as building any DFS lineups or props for Sunday's games.

Sources: The #Lions and Matthew Stafford have mutually agreed to part ways this offseason and the team will begin exploring trade options in the coming weeks for their star QB.

With all eyes on the #Texans’ head coaching search, the team conducted interviews today with former NFL head coach Jim Caldwell – and longtime NFL QB Josh McCown, sources tell me and @MikeGarafolo.

The team continues to do due diligence on multiple candidates. No hire imminent.

And now Mahomes said he's been cleared from the concussion protocol. So he's good to go on Sunday

Fire up Patrick Mahomes' props and DFS, as he's good to go against the Bills on Sunday.

Vance McDonald has announced his retirement.

Playing for the 49ers and Steelers, Vance McDonald ends his career with a 181/2036/15 line over 101 NFL contests. The eight-year veteran will save Pittsburgh $5.2 million in cap space for the 2021 season.

When asked by @NFLSTROUD, Bruce Arians says Antonio Brown is a game-time decision and doesn't have to practice this week in order to play. "He's a veteran, he knows what he's doing."

Antonio Brown could still be limited against Green Bay even if he's able to play through the knee issue. If sidelined or a no-go, snaps and targets would open up for both Scotty Miller and Tyler Johnson.

Patrick Mahomes, with a helmet, is practicing today.

It's looking more and more like Patrick Mahomes will suit up on Sunday for the Chiefs, which is good news for Kansas City, along with DFS players and bettors.

Colts’ QB Philip Rivers is retiring from football, he told @sdutKevinAcee.

Philip Rivers played 16 seasons for the Chargers and one with the Colts. He threw for at least 30 touchdowns six times in his career, and eclipsed 4,500 passing yards five times in that span. More impressively, Rivers didn't miss a single contest since becoming the Chargers' starting quarterback in 2006.

#Bucs WR Antonio Brown, who injured his knee and underwent an MRI following the game, did not suffer a serious injury, sources say. He’s considered day-to-day in preparation for the NFC Title Game vs the #Packers.

A clean MRI is good news for Antonio Brown's potential to play in the NFC Championship game this Sunday against the Packers. His practice schedule and availability is something to keep an eye on as the week progresses.

Patrick Mahomes is in the concussion protocol. "We'll follow that and see how he does the next couple of days," Andy Reid said.

If Patrick Mahomes doesn't clear protocol this week, Chad Henne would get the start for the Chiefs against Buffalo. Check for Mahomes' practice participation as the week progresses.

Bucs wide receiver Antonio Brown is currently undergoing an MRI on his knee.

Keep an eye on the results and his practice schedule for intel into Antonio Brown's availability for the NFC Championship game against the Packers on Sunday.

The #Texans are set to do a virtual interview with #Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy today, source said. Thanks to the NFL and KC allowing it, Houston doesn’t have to wait until after the playoffs.

Welcome, coach!

We’ve agreed to terms with Brandon Staley to become our next head coach

Brandon Staley served as the defensive coordinator in 2020 for the LA Rams after spending three seasons as an outside linebackers coach. Look for a nice boost in defensive performance for the Chargers, as their defense ended 2020 ranked 23rd overall, while the Rams finished the regular season as the No.1 team defense.

Chiefs Inactives
RB Clyde Edwards-Helaire
CB Rashad Fenton
LB Willie Gay
OG Martinas Rankin
DT Khalen Saunders
DE Tim Ward
WR Sammy Watkins

Rams Inactives
C Brian Allen
OG David Edwards
WR Trishton Jackson
WR Cooper Kupp
LB Terrell Lewis
QB John Wolford

Ravens’ RB Mark Ingram will be a healthy scratch tonight, per source. Ingram is fully healthy and is said to understand that this is a business decision for Baltimore due to salary-cap considerations. He’s supportive of his team and ready to contribute when his number is called.

The job has been J.K. Dobbins for a while now, so continue to play the rookie along with Gus Edwards in DFS.

Rojo is back practicing today after missing last week with a quad injury. He still has a brace on his thumb.

It's not clear if Ronald Jones was limited or full in practice, but we'll know more from the Bucs injury report this afternoon. If he's good to go this week against New Orleans, Rojo will assume the lead-back role, otherwise, it's Leonard Fournette who will get the nod.

Source: Urban Meyer and Jaguars are getting a deal done today. Meyer will be the next Jacksonville coach.

The Jags have the first overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft.

#Browns coach Kevin Stefanski is back in the building today, as expected, coming off COVID-19.

Now 10 days removed from testing positive for the virus, Stefanski will be back on the sidelines for the Browns matchup against the Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday.

#Saints RB Latavius Murray, who missed practice with a quad injury, is considered day-to-day, source said. He’s working to be available this weekend, but his status is best described as up in the air.

Keep an eye on Latavius Murray's status before setting any DFS lineups for this weekend.

#GoBucs RB Ronald Jones (quad) was not at practice during the portion open to the media. RB LeSean McCoy has returned. DT Steve McLendon is back as well.

Ronald Jones is still dealing with some swelling in the quad that kept him sidelined for the first week of the playoffs. He does get an extra day of recovery since that contest took place on Saturday, but if unable to go, Leonard Fournette will get the start.

TE Eric Ebron played in Sunday's playoff loss after missing the regular-season finale in Cleveland because he was on the Reserve/Covid-19 list as a close contact. He tested positive on Monday, forcing the Steelers to close their South Side facility to players and coaches.

This is Eric Ebron's second stint on the list in 2021, but the first for testing positive himself. This news has zero fantasy impact, as the Steeler's are watching from home.

The @Raiders have hired Gus Bradley as new defensive coordinator

The Raiders struggled this season as the 30th overall team defense in the NFL. Gus Bradley has his work cut out for him in 2021.

Bills are signing former Giants’ RB Devonta Freeman to their practice squad, per his rep
@DrewJRosenhaus, Bills need another back to make up for loss of RB Zack Moss.

With Zack Moss sidelined for the rest of the postseason, Devonta Freeman adds some depth to their backfield which consists of Devin Singletary, T.J. Yeldon, and Taiwan Jones. Freeman was the lead back for the Giants from Weeks 4-6, seeing 53 touches in that time frame. Don't count on the 28-year old being active for this week's matchup against Baltimore.

#Bills RB Zack Moss is out for the postseason following an ankle injury suffered in last week’s win over the #Colts, source said.
@MikeGarafolo had reported that was the fear, and it’s reality.

Devin Singletary should be a nice option for DFS next week without Zack Moss in play.

Rams HC Sean McVay said:
John Wolford has a “stinger, he'll be day-to-day”
Aaron Donald has a rib injury and “I don't expect that to affect his game status for this week.”
WR Cooper Kupp has bursitis of his knee and “the hope is to have him ready to go.”

Cooper Kupp is dealing with bursitis, which is inflammation or irritation of the sac near the knee joint. If Kupp can't go this week against Green Bay, Van Jefferson and Josh Reynolds should see an uptick in usage.

Bucs RB Ronald Jones has a quad injury and is questionable to play in the game.

Rojo wasn't inactive for this game, but has yet to play a snap. Perhaps he sustained a quad injury during warmups, but sadly it was too late for any fantasy swaps.

WFT QB Alex Smith is inactive tonight.

Taylor Heinicke will start against Tampa Bay, play him at your own risk.

Bunch of roster moves for Bucs — LeSean McCoy is now out due to illness, LB Chapelle Russell was waived and four elevations from practice squad: LB Deone Bucannon, OL Ted Larsen, DL Benning Potoa’e and CB Herb Miller.

LeSean McCoy wasn't really fantasy relevant to begin with, so the Bucs' backfield options still remain Ronald Jones as the volume leader, with Leonard Fournette and Ke'Shawn Vaughn as the dart throws.

The Seahawks elevated RB Alex Collins from the practice squad for tomorrow's playoff game against the Rams.

The Seattle RB room is kind of crowded, but Alex Collins did get to do one Irish touchdown dance in Week 17. He could be a cheap contrarian option in DFS for Saturday's contest.

The Steelers have activated Eric Ebron and Cassius Marsh from the COVID-19 List.

Eric Ebron ended the regular season as TE15 in half-PPR points, despite missing Week 17. He offers a decent floor on Sunday night against the Browns in playoff contests.

Titans activate Stephen Gostkowski from reserve-COVID-19 list, placed Aaron Brewer on reserve-COVID-19 list

Kicker truthers can rejoice, as Stephen Gostkowski is back and available for fantasy playoff action.

#Saints WR Michael Thomas is expected to practice today on a limited basis and will ramp up during the week, source said. Thomas went on IR to allow his high-ankle injury to heal, and the progress has been good. Looking solid vs. #Bears.

It's looking good for Michael Thomas to return for Sunday's matchup against the Bears, after dealing with an ankle injury that kept him sidelined for the final three weeks of the regular season.

Rivera said they have to consider rotating Alex Smith and Taylor Heinicke on Saturday. Playing an aggressive defense contributes to that thinking...

Rivera has emphasized that he's not saying he will rotate the QBs, but something he will consider. Under what circumstances? Not quite sure yet...

Alex Smith had limited mobility in Week 17 against the Eagles, after recovering from a calf injury that had sidelined him for two contests. The potential for a dual-QB day makes neither signal-caller playable for DFS in the Wild Card round.

We were informed this morning that Head Coach Kevin Stefanski, two additional members of the coaching staff and two players have tested positive for COVID-19.

Our contingency planning calls for Special Teams Coordinator Mike Priefer to serve as the acting Head Coach.

The Browns just can't seem to have nice things, as this puts the team at a disadvantage in preparing for their first playoff game since 2002.

“The MRI showed no structural damage,” Bucs head coach Bruce Arians told the media Monday. “It was a hyperextension. I saw him in the training room a little while ago – there’s very, very little swelling and he’ll be day-to-day. While Evans’ status for Saturday’s wild-card game against the Washington Football Team is still unclear, Arians said he’s hopeful Evans will be able to practice by Thursday.

It looks like the Bucs dodged a big bullet here and hopefully, Mike Evans will be back in time for some playoff action.

Sean Payton said his understanding is that Alvin Kamara would be eligible to return Sunday, but said "we'll see" on whether he will play. Said it would come down to the team's plan, etc.

On the reserve/COVID-19 list, Alvin Kamara must remain quarantined through Saturday, but lucky for him and the Saints, their game is scheduled for Sunday. If he goes, Kamara will be among the top options at RB for any fantasy playoff action.

In a statement on Twitter, owner Shad Khan basically thanked Marrone for his service but they are moving on after his unsuccessful four years at the helm.

At the moment, Urban Meyer is in the mix as a potential replacement, but nothing has been official. The Jaguars have the first pick in the 2021 NFL Draft with $100 million in salary-cap space heading into next season.

Buccaneers receiver Mike Evans exited Sunday's game vs. the Falcons with a knee injury and will not return, the team said.

Mike Evans set a record by locking up his seventh 1,000-yard season before getting injured. Hopefully, he can return for the first playoff slate, as Tampa Bay appears to be taking on the winner of the NFC East.

My understanding is Matt Barkley will get “meaningful snaps” per source. Starter Josh Allen is just 40 yards away from breaking the team’s single season passing record. Bills also following similar formula to last year’s week 17, when they rested key starters.

This does not bode well for Josh Allen's fantasy value this week as he'll most likely get pulled after breaking the team's single-season passing record. With just 40 yards to go, Allen is not a starter for seasonal or DFS in Week 17.

Cardinals are not optimistic that WR Larry Fitzgerald, listed as questionable with a groin injury, will be able to play vs the Rams, per source. With Christian Kirk out, Fitzgerald could try to surprise Arizona. But the team was not counting on having him available.

Fire up DeAndre Hopkins this week, as he could see a lot of targets if the Rams make this a game. KeeSean Johnson and Andy Isabella will likely start, but Arizona doesn't seem to like to use either one enough for fantasy purposes.

Cardinals placed WR Christian Kirk on the Reserve/COVID-19 list.

The Cardinals will be without Christian Kirk for a win-or-go-home contest in Week 17 against the Rams. Second-year wideouts Andy Isabella and KeeSean Johnson should see a bump in usage, with Larry Fitzgerald still a game-time decision.

We have placed CB Joe Haden, TE Eric Ebron & LB Cassius Marsh on the Reserve/COVID-19 List.

It appears Eric Ebron may have just been a close contact according to ESPN's Dan Graziano. The Steelers have already decided to rest some of their starters, so this shouldn't have an impact on their game script, or your fantasy plans.

Kroft was placed on the reserve/COVID list and will not play tomorrow against Miami.

It's been a difficult season to make anything happen for Tyler Kroft, and it looks like he'll be sidelined for this week as well as the Wild Card round. Dawson Knox has been more involved with John Brown out, and ranks as TE26 this week.

Barring any setbacks overnight, #Lions QB Matthew Stafford -- listed as questionable with rib, right thumb and ankle injuries -- will start Sunday’s finale against the #Vikings, per source. Nothing on the line for Detroit, but Stafford is determined to gut this out.

It looks like Matthew Stafford is determined to finish what he started in 2020. He's currently ranked as QB17 heading into the contest.

Washington is planning to start QB Alex Smith on Sunday night vs the #Eagles, sources say. He came out of the practice week with his calf feeling fine and should be good to go for the win-and-in game. The team will still check him Sunday morning to be sure.

Alex Smith's weapons are more of a concern this week, as both Terry McLaurin and Antonio Gibson are still questionable heading into tomorrow's slate. Smith is 4for4's QB28.

The entire Saints RB room won’t be available tomorrow bc of close contact to Alvin Kamara. Latavius Murry, Burton, Washington, RB coach all out tomorrow. They are moving Ty Montgomery to RB and calling up practice squad RB

It looks like Ty Montgomery will get the start at RB for New Orleans in Week 17. Taysom Hill should also have a meatier role in the run game this week, as well.

Seahawks RB Carlos Hyde is questionable with a non-COVID related illness, according to John Boyle of the Seattle Seahawks.

Hyde has been the primary backup for Seattle and would be a schematic loss while the Seahawks try to lock in the top seed in the NFC.

Seahawks TE Greg Olsen is questionable for Sunday's game against the San Francisco 49ers, according to John Boyle of the Seattle Seahawks.

Seattle has an opportunity to steal the NFC #1 seed with a win and losses from Green Bay and New Orleans. Olsen's absence would be one less red zone target for Russell Wilson.

Cardinals RB Chase Edmonds is questionable for Week 17 against the Los Angeles Rams, according to Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.

Edmonds did not practice all week, which is not a good sign. Kenyan Drake would be asked to carry the load without his running mate available.

Rams RB Cam Akers is questionable for Sunday's game against the Arizona Cardinals, according to Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.

Darrell Henderson is on IR, so the Rams are hoping Akers can play any role in their must-win game in which they will be without Jared Goff and Cooper Kupp.

Saints RB Alvin Kamara has been placed on the reserve/COVID list, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. He is out Sunday and questionable to play if the Saints have a game Wild Card weekend.

Patriots RB Damien Harris will not play Week 17 against the New York Jets, according to Mike Reiss of ESPN.

Sony Michel and J.J. Taylor will do majority of the running, with James White the pass-catching back.

Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger will not back up Mason Rudolph Sunday, according to Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com.

Steelers are throwing in the towel this week.

Ravens RB Gus Edwards is questionable for Sunday's game against the Cincinnati Bengals, according to Jamison Hensley of ESPN.

Edwards was added to the injury report Friday. If he cannot go, Justice Hill and potentially Mark Ingram would get some work.

Ravens WR Willie Snead is questionable for Sunday's game against the Cincinnati Bengals, according to Jamison Hensley of ESPN.

Snead has been a more valuable NFL player than fantasy, but when Lamar Jackson runs into trouble, Snead has been his favorite target.

49ers WRs Brandon Aiyuk and Deebo Samuel will not play Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks, according to Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area.

Safe to avoid any 49ers Week 17.

Colts WR Michael Pittman Jr. is questionable for Sunday against the Jacksonville Jaguars, according to the team's official injury report.

The Colts should take care of the Jags without much, but Pittman has been a solid WR2 in their offense.

Rams WR Cooper Kupp will not play Sunday against the Arizona Cardinals, according to Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.

What was expected is now confirmed. Robert Woods, Josh Reynolds and Van Jefferson, will lead the receiver group Sunday.

Eagles WR DeSean Jackson will not play Sunday against the Washington Football Team, according to the team's official injury report.

It was good to see Jackson get one more go-round Week 16 before the end of the season.

Eagles TE Dall Goedert will not play Week 17 against the Washington Football Team, according to the team's official injury report.

Zach Ertz will start, while Goedert ends his 2020 season as the clear TE1 for Philly in 2021.

Eagle RB Miles Sanders will not play Sunday against the Washington Football Team, according to the team's official injury report.

The future for Sanders continues to look bright, especially in the time he spent with Jalen Hurts at QB. Boston Scott will get a longer look Sunday.

Texans RB Duke Johnson is questionable for Week 17 against the Tennessee Titans, according to John Glennon of Broadway Sports.

Duke offers very little value Week 17, unless the Texans get down big and do not want to risk an injury to David Johnson as the season comes to an end.

Giants WR Golden Tate is doubtful for Week 17 against the Dallas Cowboys, according to Adam Caplan of SiriusXM Radio.

Tate has been a non-factor majority of the season and will end it on the inactive list.

Chiefs RB Clyde-Edwards Helaire will not play Sunday against the Los Angeles Chargers, according to Adam Teicher of ESPN.

Le'Veon Bell is in line to start again, giving CEH two weeks to heal.

Chiefs WRs Tyreek Hill and Sammy Watkins will not play Sunday, according to Adam Teicher of ESPN.

The two are out with injury designations and not rest like Patrick Mahomes. The duo will have a bye week to heal.

Lions QB Matthew Stafford is questionable for Sunday's game against the Minnesota Vikings, according to Tim Twentyman of DetroitLions.com.

Stafford is one injury away from getting body parts replaced like Mr. Potato Head. Stafford is tough as nails, but comes with a low floor because he could get hurt again.

Bills WR Cole Beasley will not play Sunday against the Miami Dolphins, according to the team's official injury report.

This was expected. Beasley should be ready for the first round of the playoffs. Gabriel Davis and Isaiah McKenzie should see increased snaps.

Falcons WR Julio Jones will not play Sunday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, according to D. Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal Constitutional.

Jones finishes 2020 with 771 yards in the nine games he played.

Bears TE Cole Kmet is questionable for Sunday's game against the Green Bay Packers, according to the team's official injury report.

Kmet has taken over as the lead tight end in Chicago, but Jimmy Graham has been lingering as a red zone option, capping Kmet's value. Chicago can lock in a playoff berth with a win, so expect Kmet to give it a go.

WFT WR Terry McLaurin and RB Antonio Gibson are questionable for Sunday's game against the Philadelphia Eagles, according to NIcki Jhabvala of The Washington Post.

The Eagles are expected to be missing key players on defense, so a return for McLaurin and another dozen reps for Gibson this week could be what secures a playoff berth for WFT.

Washington Football Team QB Alex Smith is questionable for Sunday's game against the Philadelphia Eagles, according to Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post.

Related Player: Taylor Heinicke

Smith has the experience and reps in the offense, but is a questionable play after missing over one game with his injury. Taylor Heinicke would get his first start of the season if Smith can't play.

Vikings K Dan Bailey is questionable for Week 17, according to the team's official injury report.

If you are going down the Bailey rabbit hole, you may be better off digging your way out.

Panthers RB Mike Davis Davis is listed as doubtful for Week 17, according to Panthers head coach Matt Rhule. Rhule said Davis is very doubtful and will not play as of now.

Rodney Smith will be given a chance to carry the load for the Panthers as they close out the season.

Jaguars WR D.J. Chark will not play Sunday against the Indianapolis Colts, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN.

Can we all agree to forget Chark's 2020 and look forward? The next time we see the talented wideout, he should be receiving throws from QB Trevor Lawrence.

Dolphins WRs DeVante Parker and Jakeem Grant are questionable to play Week 17 against the Buffalo Bills, according to Adam Beasley of the Miami Herald.

In the media's portion of practice Friday, Parker reportedly looked better than Grant. The Fins need all hands on deck as they need to win to make the playoffs.

Broncos WR K.J. Hamler will not play Sunday against the Las Vegas Raiders, according to Broncos head coach Vic Fangio.

Tough end to Hamler's rookie season, but the rookie showed promising flashes despite injuries and inconsistent QB play.

Bengals WR Tyler Boyd is expected to play Sunday, according to Bengals head coach Zac Taylor.

Boyd looks to end the season on a high note. Brandon Allen looks to have his receiver trio available for the season finale.

Bills WR John Brown has been removed from the reserve/COVID-19 list, according to the team's public relations.

This means that Brown is eligible to play this week. His addition may be determined on how the Bills plan to play their starters this week heading into the playoffs.