NFL Player News
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Gus Edwards RB | LAC
Chargers' Gus Edwards: Looks headed for Week 13 start
Edwards is expected to step in as the Chargers' starting running back in Sunday's game against the Falcons with J.K. Dobbins considered unlikely to play after spraining his left knee in Monday's 30-23 loss to the Ravens, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Edwards has technically started in two of his seven appearances on the season, but Dobbins has been the clear lead option out of the Los Angeles backfield, besting Edwards in both rushing volume (766 yards and eight touchdowns to Edwards' 206 and one) and efficiency (4.8 yards per carry to 3.3 YPC). With Rapoport relaying that Dobbins' availability beyond the Week 13 contest in Atlanta is up in the air, Edwards could be in store for a multi-game run as Los Angeles' primary ball carrier. However, Dobbins' expected absence is unlikely to open up more work on passing downs for Edwards, with those reps instead likely to go to rookie Kimani Vidal, whose 5-foot-8, 215-pound frame and superior speed makes him a strong candidate to fill a change-of-pace role. The Chargers also have Hassan Haskins on hand, but like Edwards, the 6-foot-2, 228-pound Haskins is better suited for early down or short-yardage work.
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J.K. Dobbins RB | LAC
Chargers' J.K. Dobbins: Not expected to play Week 13
Dobbins sustained a left knee sprain in Monday's 30-23 loss to the Ravens and is likely to miss the Chargers' Week 13 game Sunday versus the Falcons, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Dobbins is no stranger to knee injuries, having previously missed the entire 2021 season after tearing the ACL, LCL and meniscus in his left knee. He also missed all but one game in 2023 due to a torn Achilles' tendon, but he had staged a successful return this season with the Chargers, having suited up in each of the team's first 11 games while averaging 4.8 yards per carry and scoring eight touchdowns. However, Dobbins now looks poised to miss time after getting hurt Monday, with Rapoport noting that the 25-year-old's status will also be up in the air beyond the Week 13 matchup with the Falcons. Gus Edwards is expected to step in as the Chargers' lead option on the ground this week, but rookie sixth-round pick Kimani Vidal and third-year back Hassan Haskins could also be in store for expanded roles out of the backfield.
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Isaiah Likely TE | BAL
Ravens' Isaiah Likely: Not targeted in win
Likely failed to record a single target in Monday's 30-23 win over the Chargers.
Likely was held without a catch for just the second time this season as the 24-year-old continued what has been a mostly disappointing season after a hot start back in Week 1 against the Chiefs. Meanwhile, fellow tight end Mark Andrews produce a solid performance Monday, catching all five of his targets for 44 yards and a touchdown. Likely did, however, lead all Baltimore tight ends in playing time, as he was on the field for 35 of the Ravens' 65 offensive snaps. Andrews and Charlie Kolar finished with 27 and 32 snaps, respectively. With Andrews more involved in the passing game as the season has progressed, Likely has lost most of his fantasy utility within the Ravens' aerial attack. Barring injuries, the Coastal Carolina product should not be trusted for consistent fantasy production going forward. The Ravens are set to host the Eagles in Week 13.
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Diontae Johnson WR | BAL
Ravens' Diontae Johnson: Targeted once in Week 12
Johnson failed to secure his lone target in Monday's 30-23 win over the Chargers.
Johnson continued to be an afterthought in the Ravens offensive attack Monday, playing just six of the Ravens 65 offensive snaps. The veteran wideout has been held without a catch in three of his four games with the Ravens while playing just 37 total offensive snaps over that stretch. Johnson remains extremely difficult to trust for fantasy purposes as he continues to acclimate to Baltimore's offense. The Ravens will host the Eagles in Week 13.
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Rashod Bateman WR | BAL
Ravens' Rashod Bateman: Hits pay dirt in win
Bateman caught two of three targets for 43 yards and a touchdown in Monday's 30-23 win over the Chargers.
Bateman's touchdown Monday was his fifth score of the season, as the wideout is having his best statistical season as a Raven. The veteran has recorded 35 catches for 574 yards and five touchdowns through the first 12 games of the 2024 campaign. Bateman's touchdown against the Chargers came on a 40-yard pass from quarterback Lamar Jackson late in the first half to give the Ravens a lead that they wouldn't surrender for the rest of the contest. Operating as the No. 2 receiver in one of the league's best offenses, the 24-year-old has the potential to be useful for fantasy purposes most weeks while averaging over four targets per game. Bateman will look to build off of his solid Week 12 performance on limited touches when the Ravens host the Eagles in Week 13.
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Jalen Reagor WR | LAC
Chargers' Jalen Reagor: Two grabs in Week 12
Reagor caught two of four targets for 20 yards in Monday's 30-23 loss to the Ravens.
Reagor's four targets marked a season high for the wideout. With that said, the veteran played just 30 percent of the Chargers' offensive snaps as the team's No. 4 wide receiver behind Ladd McConkey, Quentin Johnston and Joshua Palmer. With few opportunities in the Chargers' offense, Reagor should not be trusted for fantasy purposes heading into a Week 13 matchup against the Falcons.
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Quentin Johnston WR | LAC
Chargers' Quentin Johnston: Rough day against Ravens
Johnston failed to secure any of his five targets in Monday's 30-23 loss to the Ravens.
After finding the end zone three straight weeks, Johnston came crashing back down to Earth on Monday. The 23-year-old wideout struggled with drops, an issue that has plagued him during his young career. Additionally, his 65 percent offensive snap share was his lowest in the past four games, while rookie receiver Ladd McConkey led all Los Angeles wideouts in snaps and receiving yards against Baltimore. Johnston has proven he can have an impact for fantasy purposes in recent weeks, but his potential to be a true alpha receiver continues to be in question. The TCU product will look to bounce back when the Chargers visit the Falcons in Week 13.
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Ricky Pearsall WR | SF
49ers' Ricky Pearsall: Non-factor in loss
Pearsall failed to record a target in Sunday's 39-10 loss to the Packers.
Pearsall played 33 of San Francisco's 49 offensive snaps Sunday, tied with Deebo Samuel for the second-most snaps among wide receivers behind Jauan Jennings (45). Despite handling his second-largest snap share of the season, the rookie wideout failed to earn a single target from quarterback Brandon Allen. Pearsall will look to bounce back after two straight weeks without a reception when the 49ers visit the Bills in Week 13.
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Luke McCaffrey WR | WAS
Commanders' Luke McCaffrey: Catches one pass against Dallas
McCaffrey caught his lone target for eight yards in Sunday's 34-26 loss to the Cowboys.
McCaffrey's minimal production continues to be a result of his limited usage within Washington's offense. The rookie wideout's 26 percent offensive snap share in the contest was his lowest of the season, and the 23-year-old has recorded just 14 catches for 142 scoreless yards through 12 games. McCaffrey should remain off the fantasy radar when the Commanders host the Titans in Week 13.
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Dyami Brown WR | WAS
Commanders' Dyami Brown: Two grabs in loss
Brown caught both of his targets for 22 yards in Sunday's 34-26 loss to the Cowboys.
Brown played just 24 of the Commanders' 70 offensive snaps Sunday and was unable to contribute much in the contest. The fourth-year wideout's sparse usage continues to limit his potential for fantasy production, as fellow receivers Terry McLaurin and Noah Brown are seeing most of the targets from quarterback Jayden Daniels. Brown remains difficult to trust for fantasy purposes heading into a Week 13 matchup against the Titans.