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Los Angeles Chargers running back Amar Johnson is currently on the team's practice squad. With starting RB Omarion Hampton sidelined due to an ankle injury and Kimani Vidal being the only healthy running back on the active roster, Johnson is one of several practice squad options, alongside Jaret Patterson and Trayveon Williams, who could be elevated for Sunday's game against the Raiders.
Los Angeles Chargers running back Jaret Patterson is currently on the team's practice squad. With starting RB Omarion Hampton sidelined due to an ankle injury and Kimani Vidal being the only healthy running back on the active roster, Patterson is one of several practice squad options, alongside Amar Johnson and Trayveon Williams, who could be elevated for Sunday's game against the Raiders.
Los Angeles Chargers running back Omarion Hampton (ankle) has been officially ruled out for Sunday’s Week 13 game against the Raiders. Although Hampton returned to limited practices this week, he is not yet cleared for game action. Head Coach Jim Harbaugh confirmed Friday that while it was a "good week" for ramping up his recovery, Hampton is "on track to return, not this week," suggesting a return in upcoming games.
Los Angeles Chargers running back Kimani Vidal is poised for a significant workload in Sunday’s game against the Raiders. With Omarion Hampton (ankle) officially ruled out, Vidal stands as the sole healthy running back on the Chargers’ active roster. This situation positions him for strong volume in a favorable matchup against the Raiders’ 25th-ranked run defense, making him a key offensive piece for Los Angeles.
Washington Commanders WR Terry McLaurin (quad) is off the final injury report and will play in Week 13 against the Broncos. This marks his first game since Week 8. He faces a challenging matchup against Denver's top-ranked defense against wide receivers, which will also see the return of CB Pat Surtain. McLaurin is considered a shaky fantasy start for Week 13.
Rookie WR Luther Burden III delivered a notable performance for the Chicago Bears against Philadelphia, securing a team-high 4 receptions. He also tied with Rome Odunze and Colston Loveland for the team lead in targets, seeing six passes thrown his way. Burden converted his 4 catches into 33 receiving yards. This output came on a modest passing day for the Bears, indicating his significant role despite his playing time not seeing a corresponding increase.
Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland demonstrated his involvement in the passing game against Philadelphia, tying for the team lead with six targets. He shared this distinction with rookie WR Luther Burden III and WR Rome Odunze. Furthermore, Loveland was one of only two Bears players, alongside fellow TE Cole Kmet, to secure more than two receptions on what was characterized as a modest passing day for the team's offense. This highlights his dual contribution in volume and catches.
Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze was a key target in the team's passing game against Philadelphia, tying for the team lead with six targets. He shared this distinction with rookie WR Luther Burden III and TE Colston Loveland on what was a modest passing day for the Bears. While the article highlights his target volume, specific reception and yardage totals for Odunze were not detailed in this report.
Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet was noted for his receiving efforts against Philadelphia, being one of only two players, along with fellow tight end Colston Loveland, to secure more than two receptions on what was described as a modest passing day for the team. This performance highlights his continued role in the Bears' aerial attack, contributing to the team's offensive output in a game where receptions were limited for most players.
Matt Gay will handle kicking duties for the San Francisco 49ers in Week 13 against the Browns, filling in for the injured Eddy Pineiro. However, he is not recommended as a fantasy play due to anticipated bad weather conditions in Cleveland.
San Francisco 49ers kicker Eddy Pineiro (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's Week 13 game against the Browns. Matt Gay will step in to handle kicking duties for San Francisco in his absence.
Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers is expected to receive a boost in opportunities and target volume for Week 13. This comes as fellow tight end Michael Mayer (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Chargers, potentially elevating Bowers' role in the offense.
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Tre Tucker is anticipated to see an increased role and potential target share in Week 13. This comes as teammate TE Michael Mayer (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Chargers, creating more opportunities in the Raiders' passing game.
Las Vegas Raiders tight end Michael Mayer (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's Week 13 game against the Chargers. Mayer had been averaging 5.0 targets across his last three healthy games. His absence is expected to provide a boost in opportunities for fellow tight end Brock Bowers and wide receiver Tre Tucker.
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold expressed gratitude for his resurgent season with the Minnesota Vikings while addressing questions about facing his former team. He maintained a focused demeanor on the upcoming matchup against the Vikings, rather than being overly reflective on his past tenure.
Bills TE Dalton Kincaid (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's Week 13 game against the Steelers. He participated in limited practices on Thursday and Friday, marking his first on-field activity since being sidelined in Week 10. Kincaid's status remains genuinely iffy, and the team's inactive list will provide a definitive update closer to 3 pm ET on Sunday. His return is uncertain, impacting Buffalo's offensive lineup.
Buccaneers RB Bucky Irving (shoulder, foot) is questionable for Sunday's Week 13 game against the Cardinals, despite being a full participant in practice all week and expected to play. However, HC Todd Bowles indicated Irving is unlikely to receive a full workload in his first game since Week 4, stating, "Once he gets in, we’ll see how he’s rolling... And then between him, Rachaad [White], and Sean [Tucker], we’ll kinda go with the hot hand." This suggests a wide range of outcomes for his Week 13 performance.
Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown suffered a low-ankle sprain during Thursday's loss to the Packers, confirmed by an MRI, according to Ian Rapoport. Coach Dan Campbell indicated St. Brown's absence would likely be limited to 1-2 games if he misses any time. The team's next game is December 4 against the Cowboys, and his initial activity level for Week 14 prep will be known when the injury report is posted Monday. This confirms earlier reports from Tom Pelissero.
The outlook for Buccaneers WR Emeka Egbuka and other skill-position players has improved significantly as QB Baker Mayfield (shoulder) is trending toward playing in Week 13 against the Cardinals. Despite being listed as questionable, Mayfield was a full participant in practice, and his expected availability is considered positive news for the team's offensive weapons, ensuring continuity in the passing game.
Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield (left shoulder) is listed as questionable for Week 13 against the Cardinals, but HC Todd Bowles stated he's trending toward playing after being a full practice participant. The injury is a pain-management issue that won't affect his passing, though it may cause hesitation to run and carries a re-injury risk if he takes a hit or falls on the shoulder. While a shaky fantasy start, his availability is positive news for WR Emeka Egbuka and other Tampa Bay skill-position players.
