DeVonta Smith returns to limited practice; Dontayvion Wicks downgraded to DNP

Oct 15, 2026

DeVonta Smith returned to practice on a limited basis Thursday after missing Wednesday’s session with hamstring and toe injuries. Dontayvion Wicks moved in the opposite direction, dropping from limited participation Wednesday to DNP Thursday because of his hamstring.

Fantasy Impact:

Smith would become Philadelphia’s preferred WR start if he returns to a normal role, offering WR3 value with WR2 upside despite the quarterback change. Wicks’ downgrade makes a replacement plan necessary. If Smith sits and Wicks plays, Wicks remains a WR3/FLEX option. If both miss, Lemon and Cooper would become deep-league FLEX possibilities, while Goedert’s target opportunity would strengthen his TE1 streaming case.

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Caleb Williams practices fully but says medical clearance remains pending

Courtney Cronin

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Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams reached another milestone in his recovery from a hamstring injury Thursday when he logged full participation in practice for the first time since Sept. 18.

The Bears quarterback has been listed as a full participant on the team's injury report for two consecutive days, including Wednesday's walk-through, but made clear that his status for Chicago's Week 6 game at Atlanta has not been decided.

Fantasy Impact:

Williams’ managers still need another quarterback available. If cleared, he returns to QB1 consideration, although his rushing contribution carries uncertainty following the injury. His return would improve the outlook for Burden, Odunze and Loveland.

Texans rule out David Montgomery and Tank Dell for London game

Texans

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Houston Texans WR Tank Dell (knee), RB David Montgomery (groin) and S Jalen Pitre (shoulder) will not travel with the team to London and have been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Fantasy Impact:

Marks becomes a strong RB2 option with RB1 upside if he again handles most of Houston’s backfield work. He logged 19 touches after Montgomery’s early exit last week. Dell stays a stash, while Collins remains Houston’s clear WR1 play. Harrison’s Texans debut offers a speculative option for deeper leagues, but his initial workload remains uncertain.

Saquon Barkley absent Thursday; DeVonta Smith working off to the side

Martin Frank

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Drew Kendall (knee) back at Eagles practice, but Saquon Barkley and DeVonta Smith are not. Neither is Jalen Hurts

Fantasy Impact:

Pierce remains a volume-based RB2 option if Barkley misses another game, although Philadelphia’s move to McKee lowers the offense’s scoring ceiling. Blue and Steele are deep-league stashes rather than dependable starters. If Smith remains out, Wicks would be a WR3/FLEX option provided his own hamstring allows him to play.