Buffalo, NY – In a crucial Monday night matchup, the Buffalo Bills are gearing up to face off against the New York Jets, but they will be doing so without key running back James Cook. The young star has been ruled out due to a toe injury, which opens the door for fellow running backs Ray Davis and Ty Johnson to step up in his absence. Currently, Davis holds a little more potential for fantasy managers, having accumulated 75 yards and a touchdown over 26 carries this season. Meanwhile, Johnson has been less productive but may still get a chance to contribute.
As the Bills look to bounce back from previous struggles, the Jets are expected to rely heavily on their ground game against a Bills run defense that has been underwhelming. Braelon Allen is another name to watch; he is more frequently rostered and comes off a solid performance. Fantasy managers might also consider Allen Lazard, who has caught four touchdown passes this season and has consistently put up good PPR points in games.
Injuries are a hot topic around the league this week, with notable players leaving games because of concussions. New Orleans Saints receiver Chris Olave, Cardinals wideout Marvin Harrison Jr., and Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II all had to exit their respective games early last week. Olave and Surtain both face a tight timeline as the Saints are set to meet the Broncos on Thursday, and recovering from a concussion typically does not work with a fixed schedule.
On the injury front, the hamstring issue has resurfaced for several players, including Jerome Ford of the Cleveland Browns and Travis Etienne Jr. from the Jacksonville Jaguars. Both players left their games early with hamstring concerns, adding to the worry for fantasy managers looking forward to next week’s matchups.
Additionally, the San Francisco 49ers dealt with a shoulder issue for running back Tyrion Davis-Price, who had to exit a game on Thursday Night Football. He returned briefly but could be sidelined longer. The 49ers coach is optimistic about his return with an extended break leading to their next game. Meanwhile, injury updates indicate Nick Chubb is also back in practice and may be ready for game action soon.
Overall, as the season progresses, monitoring injuries and player updates will be crucial, especially for fantasy football enthusiasts looking for any edge in their lineups.
