Title: NFL Teams Release Official Inactives Lists to Aid Fantasy Football Players
Subtitle: Key Players Inactive: Fantasy Football Implications Revealed
In a bid to assist fantasy football players in setting their lineups, NFL teams have once again released their official inactives lists ahead of the games. These lists, which reveal the players who will not be participating in the upcoming matches, provide valuable information for fantasy football enthusiasts.
Traditionally, the official Sunday inactives are announced approximately 90 minutes prior to the early and late afternoon games. This allows fantasy team managers to make informed decisions regarding their lineups, strategizing for optimal performance.
In this week’s 4 p.m. ET games, wide receiver Brandin Cooks of the Dallas Cowboys will be inactive, giving fantasy owners of Michael Gallup and Jalen Tolbert an opportunity to benefit from increased targets. Similarly, Greg Dulcich of the Denver Broncos will be out with an injury, creating room for Adam Trautman to exploit his opportunities at the tight end position.
In a surprising move, the Los Angeles Rams have deemed running back Cam Akers as a healthy inactive, indicating their desire to trade him. This presents Kyren Williams as the leading running back option for fantasy managers.
The Rams’ Puka Nacua, who had an outstanding Week 1, has been declared active, further solidifying his fantasy value. Van Jefferson and Tutu Atwell will also be in contention for receptions, adding depth to the Rams’ receiving options.
Wan’Dale Robinson of the New York Giants will be inactive, making tight end Darren Waller a more reliable fantasy bet than any wide receiver for the Giants. On the contrary, Breece Hall of the New York Jets will be active, although Dalvin Cook is still expected to receive more touches. Hall’s consistently efficient performance makes him a valuable asset regardless.
The Jets’ placekicker Greg Zuerlein will be unable to play, leaving Austin Seibert to step in as his replacement. Additionally, DeVante Parker of the New England Patriots is uncertain to play, potentially opening the door for fantasy options such as Kayshon Boutte or Demario Douglas.
Atlanta Falcons’ Cordarrelle Patterson will be inactive, resulting in Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgeier taking on the backfield responsibilities. Meanwhile, Mark Andrews of the Baltimore Ravens will be active and should be started in fantasy lineups.
In other news, D’Onta Foreman of the Chicago Bears will be inactive, providing Roschon Johnson an opportunity as the clear No. 2 running back for the team. For the Cincinnati Bengals, Chris Evans will be inactive, making Trayveon Williams the more plausible option behind Joe Mixon.
Green Bay Packers’ Christian Watson will not be playing, leaving it up to Romeo Doubs and Jayden Reed to shoulder the receiving duties. Furthermore, Aaron Jones is also inactive for the Packers after missing practice all week, granting AJ Dillon an increase in touches.
Despite concerns over a shoulder injury, C.J. Stroud of the Houston Texans will be active, avoiding the need to rely on backup quarterback Davis Mills. Kylen Granson of the Indianapolis Colts will be active, but Mo Alie-Cox may prove to be a better option at tight end, while Drew Ogletree will not be playing.
Travis Kelce, the Kansas City Chiefs’ star tight end, is listed as active and should undoubtedly be included in fantasy lineups. Despite an earlier illness, Clyde Edwards-Helaire is also active, though Isiah Pacheco is expected to be the RB1 in Kansas City.
Las Vegas Raiders’ Jakobi Meyers will be absent, elevating Hunter Renfrow to the No. 2 wide receiver position alongside Davante Adams. Additionally, Austin Ekeler of the Los Angeles Chargers will be out, creating opportunities for Joshua Kelley, Elijah Dotson, and Isaiah Spiller.
Lastly, DeAndre Hopkins of the Tennessee Titans is deemed active following a game-time decision. However, it is possible that Treylon Burks and Nick Westbrook-Ikhine may still see an increase in fantasy value.
With the release of the official inactives lists, fantasy football players can now fine-tune their lineups, ensuring the best chance at victory in their leagues. Stay tuned for more updates and analysis on “Hollywood Crap.”
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