Week 7 Fantasy Football Inactives: Kyler Murray and Josh Jacobs Updates
As Week 7 of the NFL season unfolds, fantasy football managers are making critical decisions based on player availability. Key updates regarding inactives and injuries are essential for setting optimal lineups. Below, we provide a breakdown of significant player statuses as we approach kickoff.
Key Fantasy Football Player Inactives for Week 7
Quarterbacks
- Kyler Murray, QB, Arizona Cardinals – Currently dealing with a foot injury, he will not be active this week.
- J.J. McCarthy, QB, Minnesota Vikings – Inactive with an ankle issue; Carson Wentz will start in his place.
Running Backs
- Josh Jacobs, RB, Green Bay Packers – Struggling with illness and a calf issue; prepare to adjust if he cannot play.
- Emari Demercado, RB, Arizona Cardinals – Ruled out due to an ankle injury; the workload will likely fall on Bam Knight and Michael Carter.
- Tyer Goodson, RB, Indianapolis Colts – Out with a groin injury, DJ Giddens will take his place.
Wide Receivers
- Zay Jones, WR, Arizona Cardinals – Inactive today due to a knee injury.
- Christian Watson, WR, Green Bay Packers – Still sidelined with a knee problem; Romeo Doubs and Matthew Golden will start.
- Garrett Wilson, WR, New York Jets – Inactive due to a knee issue; this elevates Josh Reynolds as the team’s primary target.
Tight Ends
- David Njoku, TE, Cleveland Browns – Since he won’t play with a knee injury, Harold Fannin Jr. is expected to step up.
- Brock Bowers, TE, Las Vegas Raiders – Inactive for Week 7 due to a knee injury; Michael Mayer is anticipated to fill in.
Other Notable Injuries
- Darnell Mooney, WR, Atlanta Falcons – Despite Friday’s absence in practice, he is expected to play.
- Brandon McManus, K, Green Bay Packers – Out with a quadriceps injury, Lucas Havrisik is likely to kick.
- Calvin Ridley, WR, Tennessee Titans – Ruled out due to a hamstring issue; Van Jefferson and Elic Ayomanor will shoulder the load.
As the inactives list continues to evolve, stakeholders in fantasy football should remain vigilant. Team news updates prior to kickoff will provide real-time insights that could impact lineup decisions significantly. Refresh regularly to stay informed.
