Fantasy Football Injury Watch for Week 2
As Week 2 of the fantasy football season unfolds, several key pass catchers are grappling with injuries that could impact their availability and performance. Fantasy owners are on high alert, closely monitoring updates to navigate waiver wire decisions and make critical start-sit lineup choices. Among the players in question are Drake London, Jaylen Waddle, Jauan Jennings, and Isaiah Likely—each of whom possesses starter potential when healthy, but their status remains uncertain. Here’s a closer look at the latest injury updates for these players.
Drake London Injury Update
Drake London has been limited in practice for two consecutive days, raising concerns about his availability for the upcoming matchup. He sustained a shoulder injury in the latter stages of the fourth quarter during last week’s game against the Buccaneers. The Friday practice will be pivotal; if he participates fully, he is expected to suit up for Sunday night’s game against the Vikings. However, if he cannot go, savvy fantasy owners should consider alternatives from the three primetime matchups: Falcons-Vikings, Buccaneers-Texans, or Raiders-Chargers. London received an impressive 15 targets in the season opener from quarterback Michael Penix Jr., making him a must-start if he is cleared to play.
Jaylen Waddle Injury Update
Jaylen Waddle’s week has also begun with caution, as he has been a limited participant in practice due to a shoulder injury. Despite returning from injury to play in Week 1, his status for Week 2 may hinge less on his physical condition and more on the overall performance of the Dolphins’ offense. After a dismal outing against the Colts, starting Waddle poses a significant risk, especially if Miami struggles again in what could be another team-wide disappointing effort.
Jauan Jennings Injury Update
Jauan Jennings is another player to watch, as he missed the first practice of the week entirely due to a shoulder issue, distinct from the calf injury that affected him during the preseason. Should Jennings take the field, he’ll likely face a downgrade in expectations, especially with Mac Jones stepping in as quarterback for the injured Brock Purdy. Given his current injury status, it might be prudent for fantasy managers to leave Jennings on the bench this week unless they have limited options available.
Isaiah Likely Injury Update
Isaiah Likely has not participated in practice for the first two days this week, having missed Week 1 due to a foot injury. His absence is trending toward another week on the sidelines. The Ravens are set to rely on tight end Mark Andrews, who is expected to handle his usual workload and is considered a TE1 this week. When healthy, Likely has the potential to be a borderline No. 1 tight end, so fantasy owners should keep an eye on him. If he has been dropped in your league, he could be a valuable addition for depth, provided you have the roster space.
As the weekend approaches, keeping a finger on the pulse of these injury updates will be vital for making informed decisions in your fantasy lineup. The stakes are high, and informed choices can make all the difference in your team’s success.
