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NFL.com News fantasy football takes on Colby Parkinson
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NegativeRoleAug 1, 2026
Colby Parkinson is regarded more for his blocking ability than receiving production, limiting his fantasy upside. With Tyler Higbee's injury recovery uncertain and Terrance Ferguson arriving as a second-round pick, Parkinson's role is likely to remain secondary.PositiveRoleAug 1, 2026
Parkinson is among the Rams' staggering herd of tight ends and could offer significant upside in the receiving game alongside Terrance Ferguson, as the team leads the NFL in 13 personnel usage and relies heavily on tight end production.NegativeInjuryNo date
TE Colby Parkinson (ribs) was limited in Thursday's practice, indicating his rib injury is affecting his availability.NegativeInjuryNo date
Parkinson is battling a rib injury in a tight end room already depleted by Terrance Ferguson's absence due to ankle and hamstring injuries, limiting the Rams' depth at the position.NegativeInjuryNo date
Parkinson is battling injuries, adding to the Rams' offensive depth crisis. The challenge for Sean McVay is even greater this season without Adams, Ferguson, and with Parkinson also dealing with health issues.PositiveRoleNo date
Colby Parkinson is part of the Rams' tight end group that is frequently used in the passing attack. With Puka Nacua and Davante Adams both on injured reserve, the Rams' passing offense will need to lean more heavily on their tight end options including Parkinson, Tyler Higbee, and Davis Allen.NegativeInjuryNo date
Parkinson is injured and unavailable; his absence is contributing to the Rams' offensive struggles, as the source notes "The three-tight-end sets weren't working without Colby Parkinson and Terrance Ferguson." The source indicates Parkinson may return after the bye week, listing him among players the Rams hope to get back: "with hopes of returning Garrett, Turner, Ferguson and Parkinson."NegativeInjuryNo date
TE Colby Parkinson (rib) did not practice on Thursday.NegativeRoleNo date
Colby Parkinson figures to feature prominently in the Rams' tight end-heavy sets as Matthew Stafford works with available pass catchers against the Raiders with Davante Adams sidelined.PositiveRoleNo date
Colby Parkinson will see an expanded role in the Rams' passing game with Davante Adams out for 6–10 weeks. The tight end is positioned as a key target option alongside Puka Nacua in the absence of the team's top receiver.NegativeInjuryNo date
TE Colby Parkinson was limited in Thursday's practice with a knee/shoulder injury; head coach Sean McVay said the plan is to ramp him up as the week progresses, indicating gradual recovery.NegativeInjuryNo date
Parkinson is unavailable due to injury, forcing the Rams to ditch the three-tight end sets that opened last year's offense and helped them finish No. 1 in scoring. His absence, along with Terrance Ferguson's, has impacted the Rams' offensive scheme.NegativeInjuryNo date
Parkinson suffered an AC joint sprain during the game against Denver, adding to the Rams' receiving depth issues.PositiveInjuryNo date
TE Colby Parkinson (knee) will be listed as questionable but is trending in the right direction to play Sunday, per head coach Sean McVay.PositiveRoleNo date
With Puka Nacua likely out and the Rams WR corps shallow, quarterback Matthew Stafford is more likely to rely on his bevy of tight ends, including Terrance Ferguson, Colby Parkinson, and Tyler Higbee.