Bears WR Rome Odunze expected to be fine after leaving practice

Sep 04, 2026

In the suboptimal category of the Bears final padded practice of the preseason …

WR Rome Odunze left the field with a trainer in the first hour.

RB D’Andre Swift left in the final stages and appeared to be in significant discomfort as he went inside the shed beside Field 3.
Update: Preliminary indications are that Bears WR Rome Odunze should be all good after leaving today’s practice. Bears breaking for the weekend tonight.

Fantasy Impact:

The early reassurance and Odunze’s attempt to continue practicing suggest that this was a minor scare, while it was revealed that Swift just had a cramp. Burden would receive the most meaningful target increase if Odunze were unexpectedly limited.

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Josh Jacobs’ initial court appearance moved up to Sept. 10

Brian Kerhin

3 hours ago

Jacobs’ initial court appearance has been rescheduled from Nov. 17 to Sept. 10, according to Brown County court records.

Jacobs likely will not appear personally because his attorneys have filed authorization to represent him at the hearing. The Packers running back faces misdemeanor charges of battery and criminal damage to property stemming from a May 23 incident.

Related Players: MarShawn Lloyd, Kaleb Johnson, Chris Brooks

Fantasy Impact:

Moving the hearing ahead by more than two months could provide earlier clarity regarding Jacobs’ legal situation and the NFL’s response, but an initial appearance does not guarantee an immediate resolution or his removal from the exempt list. Jacobs remains unavailable until the league changes his status. Lloyd continues to be the primary fantasy beneficiary, with Johnson and Brooks providing deeper backfield insurance.

Solak: Travis Hunter expected to spend far more time on defense

Ben Solak

today · 10:44 AM EDT

ESPN’s Ben Solak expects Hunter to spend considerably more time at cornerback this season.

Jacksonville has Parker Washington, Jakobi Meyers and Brian Thomas Jr. available at wide receiver, while its defense lacks a true No. 1 cornerback. Solak believes Hunter will consequently be used primarily on defense, with his offensive value potentially coming as a high-upside replacement if one of the Jaguars’ three established receivers is injured.

Fantasy Impact:

Fantasy Impact: A defense-heavy assignment would leave Hunter without the route volume necessary for dependable redraft production. His offensive talent gives him considerable contingent upside, but he presently looks more like a real-life luxury reserve than a legit fantasy option. Our ranking already accounts for that risk, placing him 32 spots below market ADP.

Solak: Dontayvion Wicks is the Eagles’ clear WR2

Ben Solak

today · 10:43 AM EDT

ESPN’s Ben Solak considers Wicks the clear No. 2 wide receiver in Philadelphia following A.J. Brown’s departure.

Wicks never climbed higher than fourth on Green Bay’s depth chart, but Solak believes he now has an opportunity to provide the consistent veteran presence the Eagles lost this offseason.

Related Players: DeVonta Smith, Makai Lemon, Hollywood Brown, Elijah Moore

Fantasy Impact:

Solak’s characterization is notable because it differs significantly from our current ordering of Philadelphia’s receivers. Wicks has never commanded a substantial NFL role, but being the clear second receiver would give him far more sleeper appeal than his current ranking suggests. Because this is Solak’s assessment rather than a role confirmed by the Eagles, Week 1 usage will matter before making a substantial adjustment. Lemon's role in the offense may end up taking a little while to flesh out.