Dolphins WR Malik Washington, QB Tua Tagovailoa building chemistry

Aug 26, 2025

Entering his second year, the former sixth-round pick Malik Washington has been one of Tua Tagovailoa's top receivers this summer, with Tyreek Hill missing the past three weeks of practice with an oblique injury. After Miami's preseason finale, during which he scored an impressive 25-yard touchdown, Washington said the chemistry he's built with Tagovailoa is the result of a deliberate effort on his part.

Related players: Tyreek Hill, Jaylen Waddle, Darren Waller

Fantasy Impact:

Washington has earned the team's WR3 job this summer, which could be worth noting for fantasy rosters. Hill and Waddle have had injuries in the past, and with Waller a bit of a question coming out of retirement to play TE, Washington could get his chances. Many quickly forget Washington was a sixth round pick last season and considered a sleeper in dynasty leagues.

yesterday

Jets place WR Garrett Wilson on IR

Adam Schefter

yesterday · 4:21 PM EST

Jets placed WR Garrett Wilson on injured reserve, and he now will be out a minimum of four games.

Fantasy Impact:

Unless you're in a 16-team league or deeper, we would suggest fading the Jets wide receiver room wherever possible. Tight end Mason Taylor could legitimately end up being the No. 1 pass-catcher on Thursday Night Football, which makes him a TE streamer candidate.

Chiefs WR Xavier Worthy Limited, RB Isiah Pacheco DNP on Thursday

Chiefs

yesterday · 4:19 PM EST

George Karlaftis and Xavier Worthy were limited in practice today.

Isiah Pacheco did not practice.

Fantasy Impact:

With Pacheco set to miss more time, Hunt should be considered a fringe RB2/3, while Smith is more of a desperation RB4.

While Rice would still sit in WR1 territory whether or not Worthy plays, Brown would elevate into more of a boom/bust WR4 role.

Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy upgraded to full participant, on track for Week 11

Adam Schefter

yesterday · 4:13 PM EST

Vikings upgraded JJ McCarthy from limited practice on Wednesday to full practice today, putting him on track to start Sunday.

Related Players: Max Brosmer, John Wolford

Fantasy Impact:

Looks like McCarthy should get the start here in a good matchup against the Bears defense. Consider him a streaming option and put him in top-15 consideration with a nice rushing floor.