Commanders expect Marcus Mariota back after Week 7 bye

Oct 07, 2026

Dan Quinn said Marcus Mariota’s MCL sprain is expected to follow a timeline similar to the knee injury he suffered during the preseason. Washington did not place Mariota on injured reserve and is hopeful he can return after missing two games and resting through the Week 7 bye, potentially putting him back for Week 8.

Related Players: Jayden Daniels, Athan Kaliakmanis

Fantasy Impact:

Mariota has little immediate redraft value with Daniels returning, but the projected Week 8 timetable is useful for managers carrying him as Daniels insurance in deep Superflex formats. Kaliakmanis will temporarily serve as Washington’s emergency quarterback behind Daniels.

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Ravens prepare Tyler Huntley with Lamar Jackson sidelined

Jonas Shaffer

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Lamar Jackson did not practice Wednesday because of the ankle injury he suffered against Pittsburgh. Jackson left the stadium Sunday wearing a protective boot on his left foot, while Tyler Huntley handled the Ravens’ preparations for Atlanta.

Fantasy Impact:

The rankings already anticipate Huntley starting. He is primarily a superflex or two-QB option, and his presence lowers the passing-game ceiling for Flowers, Andrews and Bateman. Henry’s touch projection remains secure, though the entire offense carries greater scoring risk without Jackson. Thursday’s practice should clarify whether Jackson has any realistic chance of playing.

Eagles promote RB Dameon Pierce to active roster

Jeremy Fowler

56 minutes ago

The Eagles are elevating RB Dameon Pierce to the 53-man roster, per source.

RB help needed due to injuries to Saquon Barkley and Tank Bigsby.

Related Players: Will Shipley, Jaydon Blue, Carson Steele

Fantasy Impact:

Shipley remains the preferred Week 5 option, but Pierce could take enough early-down and short-yardage work to limit Shipley’s ceiling. Pierce is only a deep-league stash for now. His promotion also pushes Blue and Steele further from immediate fantasy relevance.

Vikings sign Odell Beckham Jr. to practice squad

Christopher Gates

2 hours ago

The Vikings signed WR Odell Beckham Jr. and WR Jeshaun Jones to their practice squad Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact:

Beckham does not carry immediate fantasy value as a practice-squad addition after failing to record a catch with New York. He could be elevated if Jefferson misses another game, but Addison, Hockenson, and Jennings would remain the safer bets for targets.