Could QB Donovan McNabb Miss Season Opener?

Aug 29, 2010

Donovan McNabb’s ankle is too sore for him to play in the Washington Redskins’ last preseason game, and coach Mike Shanahan isn’t saying for certain whether the quarterback will be ready in time for the regular-season opener against Dallas.

McNabb sprained his left ankle in the second preseason game against Baltimore and sat out Friday’s game against the New York Jets.

Shanahan said Sunday that McNabb is day to day. The coach doesn’t "know for sure" whether McNabb will be ready to face the Cowboys on Sept. 12.

McNabb likely wouldn’t have played this week anyway because Shanahan prefers to rest his starter in the final exhibition game to avoid injury. No. 2 quarterback Rex Grossman has said he won’t play this week either.

Fantasy Impact:

If Rex Grossman lines up under center on opening night for Washington, those who have the Dallas defense should be happy. McNabb isn't the sure-fire fantasy player he used to be, but at his current ADP, he was projected to be a nice bargain. This injury is something to watch, but at this point there is not a huge risk in drafting McNabb. Just make sure you get a second quarterback you can count on if needed.

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Cowboys Beat: TE Jake Ferguson not expected to play Thursday

Nick Harris on X

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Long list here, but this is what I’ve gathered:

Guys I expect to play: Brandin Cooks, CeeDee Lamb, Tyler Smith, Cooper Rush

Guys I don’t expect to play: Jake Ferguson, Caelen Carson (possible IR), Zack Martin, Asim Richards

Gonna be close: Trevon Diggs, Eric Kendricks, Marshawn Kneeland

Related players: Luke Schoonmaker

Fantasy Impact:

Ferguson didn't practice Tuesday and remains in protocol, while Rush and Lamb both logged limited sessions. Cooks was also limited. Harris expects Rush, Lamb and Cooks to all play on Thanksgiving against the Giants. If Ferguson is out, Schoonmaker makes for a nice option as a replacement TE in fantasy lineups.

QB Daniel Jones has 'leading' choice, decision could come Wednesday

Josina Anderson on X

1 hour ago

A high-ranking league official told me they have the impression QB Daniel Jones has zeroed on a "leading" choice. While another high-ranking league source told me their understanding is Jones "is telling teams tomorrow."

Fantasy Impact:

Jones seems headed for a backup job and the Ravens, Vikings and Bucs seem like teams that could be in the market. There is a report that says Jones has eliminated the Raiders from contention. As the report said, a decision could come Wednesday from Jones.

Saints say WR Chris Olave (concussion) in a good place

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1 hour ago

Darren Rizzi said that Chris Olave is in a good place.

Fantasy Impact:

The post went on to say Olave was at the Saints practice on Tuesday and that Olave has seen several specialists and has another appointment coming up soon. On IR, the earliest Olave could be back is Week 15, but there seems to be a ways to go before we get to that point. Other reports say Olave may not return this season.