Adam Schefter has reported that Roethlisberger expects to suit up for the Steelers’ Week 15 matchup against the Patriots. Big Ben injured his rib during the team’s Week 14 loss to the Raiders, but he was at least healthy enough to return in the fourth quarter when the Raiders took the lead.
The larger concern for the Steelers is the status of running back James Conner (knee), considering neither Jaylen Samuels (11-28-0) nor Stevan Ridley (5-4-1) was able to get much going on the ground last week. The good news is we know Samuels is at least locked in as the featured back if Conner continues to miss time, as he out-snapped Ridley 48-8 in Week 14.
The status of Melvin Gordon (knee) is also unclear ahead of the Chargers’ crucial Thursday night matchup against the Chiefs.
From @NFLGameDay: While #Chargers RB Melvin Gordon could be back on Thursday, there will be caution with #Steelers RB James Conner (ankle). He'll be evaluated Monday, but he could miss next week, as well. pic.twitter.com/JUGuZHbzyX
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) December 9, 2018
The status of No. 2 back Austin Ekeler (stinger) is also in question, so be sure to scoop up Justin Jackson on your waiver wire in case the Chargers are forced to feature their No. 3 running back.
Some other key injury notes from around the league:
- The Chiefs said “there’s a chance” that All-Pro safety Eric Berry (heel) makes his season debut Thursday against the Chargers.
- LeSean McCoy (hamstring) could miss some time depending on the severity of his injury, and Chris Ivory (shoulder) is banged up as well. Marcus Murphy is the back best positioned to benefit from their potential absences.
- Eagles running back Corey Clement (knee) could be sidelined for Week 15, opening the door for Josh Adams to dominate even more early-down work.
- Jordan Reed (foot) made it all the way to Week 14 before being forced out of a game early due to injury. It wouldn’t be surprising if Reed takes it easy on his sprained foot and lets Vernon Davis start the final few games of the season.
- Lamar Jackson (ankle) expects to suit up in Week 15, but it remains to be seen what the Ravens will do once Joe Flacco (hip) is ultimately available to play.
We’ll be tracking injuries and suspensions for every starter and fantasy-relevant player below, with updates until kickoff.
Daily practice participation will be included to give a clear idea of how healthy a player truly is. Official injury designations will be added once they are available, but the FantasyLabs Status will be updated throughout the week.
NFL Week 15 Fantasy Football Injuries
Key
- DNP = Did Not Practice
- LP = Limited Practice
- FP = Full Practice
Fantasy Football Injury News
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Pictured: Ben Roethlisberger
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