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Week 1 Fantasy Football Injury Report: Malik Nabers, Rome Odunze Questionable

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24 min
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Sep 11, 2026
Published
Fri, September 11, 2026
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A.J. BrownAlec PierceAlvin KamaraAshton JeantyBijan RobinsonBrock BowersBucky IrvingChris GodwinChuba HubbardCooper RushD'Andre SwiftDeebo SamuelDemario DouglasDrew Lock
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A.J. Brown

NegativeInjury14:30

AJ Brown is heading to IR due to a high ankle sprain sustained during the season opener.

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Alec Pierce

NegativeUsage11:16

Ian Hartitz advises fantasy managers to sit Alec Pierce until he proves he has a full-time role, citing his limited practice participation throughout the week and the need to see him look healthy after missing training camp.

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Alvin Kamara

PositiveInjury9:54

Ian Hartitz confirms Alvin Kamara is ready to play in Week 1 after a full practice on Friday and clarification from Klint Kubiak.

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Ashton Jeanty

PositiveInjury5:38

Ashton Jeanty was on the injury report but practiced in full and is confirmed good to go.

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Bijan Robinson

PositiveUsage3:31

Ian Hartitz maintains his projection for Bijan Robinson at 30 touches, regardless of who is under center for the Falcons.

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Brock Bowers

NegativeInjury17:08

Brock Bowers is currently sidelined with an injury, though Clint Kubiak has indicated he will be back soon.

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Bucky Irving

PositiveRole11:50

Ian Hartitz notes that Sean Tucker's likely absence is good news for Bucky Irving, who may soak up the goal-line rushing role.

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Chris Godwin

PositiveUsage14:18

The doubtful status of Jalen McMillan is viewed as positive news for the target outlook of Chris Godwin.

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Chuba Hubbard

PositiveInjury5:32

Chuba Hubbard was not listed on the injury report and is confirmed good to go for his upcoming game. Ian Hartitz prefers Chuba Hubbard slightly but expects a near 50-50 workload split with Jonathan Brooks.

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Cooper Rush

NegativeDepth Chart0:50

Cooper Rush has been named the starting replacement for the Falcons following the injuries to Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. Ian Hartitz notes that the Steelers are facing off against Cooper Rush, suggesting this matchup as a potential factor for backing the Steelers.

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D'Andre Swift

PositiveInjury5:32

D'Andre Swift was not listed on the injury report and is confirmed good to go. Ian Hartitz recommends betting the over on 2.5 receptions for D'Andre Swift, citing his preference for pass-catching running backs against zone-heavy defenses.

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Deebo Samuel

PositiveProjection16:47

Despite an ankle injury, Deebo Samuel is recommended as a must-start for the 49ers offense, which Ian Hartitz describes as looking very strong.

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Demario Douglas

NegativeUsage15:00

Demario Douglas led the Patriots' wide receivers with a 79% route participation rate in the most recent game.

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Drew Lock

NegativeDepth Chart5:23

Drew Lock is expected to start for the Seahawks in Week 2 while Sam Darnold recovers from a hip injury.

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Emari Demercado

NegativeDepth Chart10:41

Ian Hartitz identifies Emari Demercado as the next man up in the Cowboys backfield following Malik Davis's serious hip injury, but advises against overreacting as the team will likely sign additional depth.

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Emeka Egbuka

PositiveInjury14:18

Ian Hartitz reports that Emeka Egbuka is fully expected to be at 100% for the upcoming game following his toe injury; he is also expected to see a positive impact on his target share due to Jalen McMillan's doubtful status.

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Ja'Marr Chase

PositiveInjury17:16

Ja'Marr Chase is officially cleared and good to go for Week 1 after being removed from the injury report.

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Jack Bech

PositiveUsage17:48

Jack Bech is expected to see increased usage in 11 personnel packages for the Raiders, as Ian Hartitz notes he is a gritty player who is effective as a run blocker.

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Jahmyr Gibbs

PositiveUsage21:52

Jahmyr Gibbs is a strong start for Week 1, with Ian Hartitz noting he could see a 90% snap rate. Billy highlights his potential for multiple touchdowns against a Saints defense missing Cameron Jordan, citing Gibbs' explosive ability to score from anywhere.

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James Cook

PositiveUsage10:20

Ian Hartitz advises starting James Cook regardless of injury news, noting that Ty Johnson's potential absence could increase Cook's receiving upside.

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Jeremiyah Love

NegativeInjury7:02

Jeremiah Love is questionable for Week 1 with a limited practice week, though reports suggest he will play. Ian Hartitz labels him a low-end RB2 and expresses concern about potential negative game script if the Cardinals fall behind early.

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Josh Jacobs

NegativeValue13:24

Ian Hartitz remains skeptical about Josh Jacobs' availability, projecting a potential 4-6 game suspension due to the NFL's decision to place him on the exempt list, which suggests the league possesses damaging information, despite Jacobs pleading no contest to misdemeanor charges.

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Juwan Johnson

PositiveProjection18:37

With Foster Moreau out due to a hamstring injury, Ian Hartitz recommends starting Juwan Johnson, noting he is expected to be involved in the Saints' condensed passing attack.

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Kayshon Boutte

NegativeUsage15:06

Kayshon Boutte recorded a 60% route participation rate in the Patriots' recent game.

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Kyle Williams

NegativeUsage14:54

Despite interest in his potential, Ian Hartitz notes that Kyle Williams' route participation (17%) suggests he will not be a fantasy-relevant factor in the Patriots' passing game.

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Malik Davis

NegativeInjury10:34

Malik Davis has been ruled out with a serious hip injury that could keep him sidelined for an extended period.

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Malik Nabers

NegativeInjury11:55

Despite practicing in full all week, Malik Nabers remains officially questionable for the Sunday night game. Ian Hartitz has downgraded him in rankings behind DJ Moore, Parker Washington, Christian Watson, and Drake London due to the late kickoff and lingering injury uncertainty.

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MarShawn Lloyd

NegativeRole15:52

Ian Hartitz suggests that fantasy managers who own MarShawn Lloyd should be nervous given the ongoing uncertainty surrounding Josh Jacobs' status and potential suspension.

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Patrick Mahomes

PositiveInjury0:27

Ian Hartitz confirms Patrick Mahomes is active and good to go for Monday Night Football, noting that Mahomes has stated he is done discussing his injury.

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Rachaad White

PositiveInjury5:32

Rachaad White was not listed on the injury report all week and is confirmed good to go for Week 1.

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Rhamondre Stevenson

PositiveUsage15:38

Rhamondre Stevenson is confirmed as an every-down workhorse for the Patriots; Ian Hartitz notes he could see extra targets while Trevon Henderson remains sidelined.

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Romeo Doubs

NegativeProjection15:04

Romeo Doubs recorded a 76% route participation rate, but Ian Hartitz notes a deflating performance featuring a significant drop; he is unlikely to crack the top 40 rankings for the upcoming week.

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Sam Darnold

NegativeInjury5:07

Sam Darnold suffered a hip injury in the season opener but is not expected to face an extended absence, though he is unlikely to play in Week 2.

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Sam LaPorta

PositiveInjury16:56

Sam LaPorta is confirmed to be good to go for Week 1, as he is not listed on the injury report.

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Sean Tucker

NegativeInjury11:45

Sean Tucker is listed as doubtful for Week 1 after being limited in practice, making him unlikely to play.

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Tee Higgins

PositiveInjury17:16

Tee Higgins is officially cleared and good to go for Week 1 after being removed from the injury report.

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TreVeyon Henderson

PositiveRole15:32

Ian Hartitz suggests the Patriots' offense needs Trevon Henderson back on the field to improve the team's overall functionality.

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Trey Palmer

PositiveRole14:21

Trey Palmer is expected to step into a day-one full-time role following Jalen McMillan's injury, with Ian Hartitz noting his twitchy performance in the preseason.

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Tua Tagovailoa

NegativeInjury0:36

Tua Tagovailoa is officially out for Sunday's matchup against the Steelers after suffering an oblique injury during Thursday's practice.

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Tucker Kraft

PositiveInjury16:56

Tucker Kraft is confirmed to be good to go for Week 1, as he is not listed on the injury report.

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Ty Johnson

NegativeInjury10:14

Ty Johnson is officially questionable for Week 1 with a hamstring injury, though he returned to practice on Friday.

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Tyler Warren

PositiveInjury16:56

Tyler Warren is confirmed to be good to go for Week 1, as he is not listed on the injury report.

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Zay Flowers

PositiveInjury17:28

Zay Flowers is cleared for Week 1 after logging back-to-back full practices to end the week following his hamstring issue; he carries no official injury designation.

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Full transcript

Episode Transcript

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0:00Intro
0:30Quarterbacks
3:08QB update: Sam Darnold
3:30Running backs, good to go
4:24Running backs to watch
6:33More running back news
8:05RB update: Josh Jacobs
10:25Wide receivers, good to go
11:41Wide receivers, questionable
14:34WR update: A.J. Brown
16:57Tight ends
18:53Splash Sports Survivor giveaway
20:19Billy's best bets
21:00Long shot lotto play
21:37Anytime touchdown pick
22:24Touchdown scorer of the week
23:37Ian's Betr card

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