Fantasy managers evaluate injury and performance concerns for prominent NFL players
Yahoo Sports • 2 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 4:53 PM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026
Fantasy football managers enter the 2026 season weighing health concerns and performance regressions for several high-profile players. Lamar Jackson faces scrutiny regarding his consistency and ability to lead a limited receiving group in Baltimore following a challenging 2025 campaign. Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta deals with a lingering hip injury connected to a previous back procedure, leaving his availability uncertain. Cleveland Browns running back Quinshon Judkins continues recovery from a fractured fibula and dislocated ankle, while his role may shift in an offense expected to emphasize the passing game under head coach Todd Monken. Meanwhile, New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers prepares for a potential Week 1 return against the Dallas Cowboys after suffering a torn ACL in 2025. Managers are monitoring these injury statuses and depth chart changes closely before finalizing their rosters for the start of the regular season.
- •Lamar Jackson averaged 16.5 fantasy points per game in 2025 after a 25.3 average the prior season.
- •Sam LaPorta faces lingering health concerns involving his hip and previous back surgery.
- •Quinshon Judkins joins a Cleveland offense featuring a deep receiving group including Jerry Jeudy.
- •Malik Nabers is expected to be available for the New York Giants in Week 1.
- •Todd Monken aims to implement a balanced offensive scheme for the Cleveland Browns.
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