Vikings WR Justin Jefferson misses second straight practice

Oct 01, 2026

Jefferson did not practice Thursday because of the ankle sprain he suffered in Week 3, giving him consecutive DNPs to begin the week.

Head coach Kevin O’Connell previously called Jefferson day-to-day and said he was improving, but added that Minnesota would not rush him back until he could play like himself. Friday’s practice and final designation will provide the clearest

Fantasy Impact:

Consecutive absences put Jefferson’s availability in legitimate doubt, although a limited Friday practice could keep him on track to play. Because Minnesota kicks off at 4:05 p.m. ET, managers should identify a late-window alternative before Sunday. Addison would become a strong WR2 if Jefferson sits, with Hockenson positioned for additional targets. Jennings, Felton and Price would compete for the remaining WR reps, but none would immediately become a dependable season-long option. Jennings and Felton would carry some deep-league and DFS appeal.

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49ers promote Brandin Cooks to active roster

Nick Wagoner

2 hours ago

49ers signed WR Brandin Cooks to the 53-man roster. They have brought WR Malik Turner back to the practice squad to take his place there.

Awaiting word on corresponding move but did not see WR KhaDarel Hodge (knee) during early open portion of practice.

Fantasy Impact:

Cooks is likely not a standard-league waiver target, but his promotion puts him within striking distance of an immediate role. If Evans cannot play, San Francisco would be left distributing WR snaps behind Samuel among Watkins, Cowing, and Cooks, with Hodge potentially no longer on the roster. Cooks’ experience could help him earn routes quickly, making him a viable salary-saving DFS consideration and a name to monitor in exceptionally deep leagues. If Evans plays, Cooks will likely be limited to a rotational role, but there's also no telling how many snaps Evans will actually be tasked with.

Bears add D’Andre Swift to injury report with knee issue

Bears

2 hours ago

Bears RB D’Andre Swift did not practice Thursday because of a knee injury.

Swift was not listed on Wednesday’s report, making this a new late-week issue ahead of Sunday’s game against the Jets. Chicago has not provided any additional information about its severity.

Related Players: Kyle Monangai, Roschon Johnson

Fantasy Impact:

Friday’s practice will be critical because Swift went directly from an unlisted Wednesday to a Thursday DNP. Any participation would improve his chances of playing, while another absence would put his Week 4 availability in legitimate doubt. Monangai already holds a substantial complementary role and would become a strong volume-based fantasy play if Swift cannot face New York.

Saints placing Travis Etienne on injured reserve

Nick Underhill

2 hours ago

Travis Etienne is going to IR

Related Players: Alvin Kamara, Kendre Miller, CJ Donaldson, Ulysses Bentley

Fantasy Impact:

Etienne can be moved into an IR spot and will miss at least four games. Kamara becomes the most dependable fantasy option in the backfield, with Miller positioned for a meaningful increase in early-down opportunities. Donaldson could remain involved, while Bentley initially profiles as practice-squad insurance. The Saints’ Week 8 bye stretches Etienne’s minimum absence through the end of October.