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Denver Broncos running back J.K. Dobbins is positioned to handle major backfield duties alongside teammate R.J. Harvey following the placement of rookie Jonah Coleman on injured reserve. Coleman suffered a high-ankle sprain in Week 2 and will miss at least the next four games, leaving Dobbins and Harvey as the primary safer short-term fantasy options for Denver's ground attack.
Denver Broncos rookie running back Jonah Coleman has been placed on injured reserve due to a high-ankle sprain suffered during Week 2 against Jacksonville. He will miss at least four games with a late October return target in Week 7. Coleman previously recorded 39 rushing yards, 19 receiving yards, and his first career touchdown. R.J. Harvey and J.K. Dobbins are set to handle backfield duties while Coleman is sidelined.
Case Keenum is positioned as the primary backup quarterback for the Chicago Bears ahead of Monday night's game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Keenum was previously on line to start while starter Caleb Williams missed three consecutive practices due to a hamstring injury. However, with Tyson Bagent clearing concussion protocol and returning to practice Saturday, Bagent takes over starting duties, leaving Keenum depth support on the bench.
Chicago Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent cleared concussion protocol and was a full participant in Saturday's practice, putting him on track to start Monday night against the Philadelphia Eagles. However, he remains listed as questionable pending final clearance. With starter Caleb Williams officially ruled out due to a right hamstring injury, veteran Case Keenum is ready to serve as Chicago's primary backup quarterback.
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams has been officially ruled out for Monday night's game against the Philadelphia Eagles due to a right hamstring injury sustained during last Sunday's loss to the Vikings. Williams missed all three practices this week. Head coach Ben Johnson and team reports indicate Williams is aiming for a potential return in Week 4 against the Jets, while Tyson Bagent is on track to replace him as the starter.
Philadelphia Eagles tight end E.J. Jenkins provides active roster depth alongside Johnny Mundt for Monday night's game against the Chicago Bears. The Eagles face major positional shortages with starter Dallas Goedert ruled out due to an MCL sprain and Eli Stowers remaining on injured reserve, potentially forcing increased reliance on wide receivers for targets.
Philadelphia Eagles tight end Johnny Mundt is positioned for an expanded role with starter Dallas Goedert ruled out for Monday night's game against the Chicago Bears due to an MCL knee sprain. With Eli Stowers also sidelined on injured reserve, Mundt and E.J. Jenkins comprise the available active roster depth at tight end as the team navigates multiple injuries heading into Week 3.
Philadelphia Eagles tight end Eli Stowers remains on injured reserve and is out for at least the next two games. With fellow tight end Dallas Goedert also ruled out for Monday night's game against the Chicago Bears due to an MCL sprain, Philadelphia is heavily depleted at the position, relying on Johnny Mundt and E.J. Jenkins on the active roster while evaluating potential practice squad elevations.
Philadelphia Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Chicago Bears after suffering an MCL knee sprain during the Week 2 win over the Titans. Goedert did not practice all week and is expected to miss a few weeks, targeting a potential return in Week 4 against the Rams. Philadelphia is down to Johnny Mundt and E.J. Jenkins on the active roster, while team pass-catchers like DeVonta Smith absorb targets.
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith has been cleared to play in Monday's game against the Chicago Bears without an injury designation. After missing Thursday's workout with a hamstring issue, Smith returned in a limited capacity Friday and logged a full practice Saturday. He brings a 13-170-1 receiving line on 19 targets into Week 3 and could see increased targets due to the absence of tight end Dallas Goedert.
Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley has no injury designation and is fully cleared to play in Monday night's game against the Chicago Bears. Barkley was limited earlier in the week due to a stinger suffered in Week 2, but he followed up with consecutive full participation practices on Friday and Saturday, confirming his readiness to shoulder his normal workload in the backfield as a must-start fantasy option.
Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers is officially listed as questionable and remains a game-time decision for Sunday's Week 3 matchup against the Dallas Cowboys in Brazil due to a hamstring injury. After being limited in practice, Flowers plans to test his hamstring during pre-room warmups on questionable field conditions at Maracaña Stadium. Rashod Bateman is poised to see expanded targets if Flowers is limited or ultimately sidelined.
New York Jets returner Isaiah Williams is focused on moving forward after muffing two punts during last week's rainy game against the Green Bay Packers. The Jets recovered both muffed punts, avoiding turnovers, and head coach Aaron Glenn expressed full confidence in Williams' ability to correct the mistakes through intentional reps. Williams emphasized holding himself to a high standard without making weather excuses as the Jets prepare to face the Lions.
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow leads his offense into a Week 3 matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Burrow-led units have historically averaged 27 points per game against Pittsburgh since 2020. The Bengals enter the contest with a 2-0 record, averaging 24 points per game, and lean on weapons like Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins to challenge T.J. Watt and a physical Pittsburgh defense in search of a divisional win.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones has experienced a quieter start to the 2026 NFL season while battling a calf injury. Through two games, the star pass rusher has yet to deliver his trademark game-wrecking stats, though team insiders attribute the lower production primarily to his health status. The Chiefs defense will look for Jones to push through as they prepare for Week 3 against Miami.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is showing growing trust in his repaired knee following a strong Week 2 performance. Ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Miami Dolphins, analysts note Mahomes looks more settled in pass protection while protecting himself from unnecessary hits. He also remains a prominent feature in Week 3 betting player prop projections across major sportsbooks like DraftKings and FanDuel.
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Andrei Iosivas has been placed on injured reserve after sustaining a ligament injury in his thumb that required surgery. Entering a contract year and looking for a bounce-back season, Iosivas is projected to be sidelined for 4 to 6 weeks. His placement on IR prompted corresponding roster moves by the Bengals prior to their Week 3 game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
The Cincinnati Bengals have signed third-year linebacker Joe Giles-Harris to the active roster ahead of their Week 3 matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Duke product previously spent time on Cincinnati's practice squad in 2024 and 2025, appearing in 10 games for the team last season after an October call-up. His addition provides depth to the Bengals' linebacker corps ahead of Sunday.
The Cincinnati Bengals have elevated tight end Tanner Hudson from the practice squad ahead of Sunday's Week 3 divisional game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Hudson was previously elevated in Week 1 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, where he logged one reception before reverting back to the practice squad. He will again revert to the practice squad following the conclusion of Sunday's contest.
Tight end Patrick Herbert has been elevated from the Los Angeles Chargers' practice squad and is set to make his NFL debut against the Buffalo Bills. The move comes amid a severe wave of injuries to the Chargers' tight end room, which placed David Njoku on injured reserve. A former University of Oregon player, Patrick joins his older brother, quarterback Justin Herbert, on the active roster, marking their first time playing together in a game since their high school days.
