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The Commanders placed quarterback Carson Wentz on injured reserve with a broken ringer suffered during the team’s Week 6 Thursday night game against the Bears. Taylor Heinicke will take over as starter.

Wentz is now out for at least four games, which also means he will not be around for his two return visits to Indianapolis and Philadelphia. He can return to game action November 20 against the Texans. Heinicke and the Commanders had the mini-bye to prepare for the Packers. Heinicke played 16 games last season, throwing for over 3,400 yards, 20 touchdowns and 15 interceptions. He checks in as our No. 22 quarterback this week.

Ravens’ RB J.K. Dobbins is expected to undergo arthroscopic knee surgery next week that would sideline him 4-6 weeks.

Related Players: Kenyan Drake, Justice Hill, Gus Edwards

After missing the entirety of the 2021 season, Dobbins has played in only four games this year, and may not be back until Week 13. Gus Edwards could return to action as early as this week but hasn't played himself since 2020. This backfield is a mess at the moment, with Kenyan Drake being the only usable piece, and that is only in the case that Edwards gets ruled out.

Everyone wants to know about Jameson Williams. Dan Campbell just said "we feel like he's really coming on" and Detroit believes he'll play this season.

Related players: Amon-Ra St. Brown, D.J. Chark, Josh Reynolds

Campbell added, "When he's ready, we'll get him up and ready to go." There isn't a more specific timetable at this point, so those stashing him could still be waiting a while. When he does play, he could jump right in and be a WR3 option for the Lions.

Washington HC Ron Rivera said Taylor Heinicke will start Sunday's game vs. the Packers.

Related players: Sam Howell, Carson Wentz

Howell will be the backup according to the tweet. Reports have said the team loves Howell so if Heinicke struggles there's a chance Howell gets a shot as a starter. If the team can string together some wins and make a move in the division, there's also a chance Wentz doesn't get his job back.

Commanders QB Carson Wentz is facing a recovery time of roughly 4-6 weeks, and Injured Reserve is a consideration. He’s currently in Los Angeles, meeting with a hand specialist because of his fractured ring finger.

Related Players: Taylor Heinicke

Taylor Heinicke is up next, but he has some rough defenses staring him down, including the Packers, Colts, Vikings, and Eagles. All four of which rank in the top half of the league in aFPA to the quarterback position.

Bengals WR Tee Higgins is suited up for today’s walkthrough. Hasn’t practiced all week with an ankle injury.

Related Players: Tyler Boyd, Hayden Hurst

Higgins has the same ceiling of any on the Bengals, including Ja'Marr Chase, and demands usage when on the field. That doesn't always affect Chase but is a huge blow to Boyd and Hurst's fantasy viability. If Tee is a go for Sunday, he will operate as a WR2 with WR1 upside.

Bengals WR Tee Higgins will be day-to-day with a sprained ankle, per Zac Taylor. LT Jonah Williams with a sprained MCL. Those will be managed throughout the week.

Related Players: Ja'Marr Chase, Tyler Boyd, Hayden Hurst

It was a rough scene for fantasy managers who were looking for some Higgins love on SNF. If he is forced out of Week 6, it could be a nice spot for Tyler Boyd to operate as the team's WR2.

Keenan Allen has officially been declared Out for Week 5

Related Players: Mike Williams, DeAndre Carter, Josh Palmer

Mike Williams will continue to be the target hog in the Chargers' offense, while Deandre Carter and Josh Palmer can be considered desperation Flexes.

Ravens RB Gus Edwards is set to return in the very near future.

Related players: J.K. Dobbins

Once activated he'll have 21 days to get ready to play. Dobbins broke out a bit last week so the potential return of Edwards will now make for a bit more of a crowded backfield. However the Ravens could take it slow with Edwards so we'll need to see more of a timeline. Edwards may be worth a stash if you need RB help.

Lions’ WR Amon-Ra St. Brown has been ruled out for Sunday’s game vs. Seattle.

Related Players: D.J. Chark, T.J. Hockenson

The Lions are now missing their two biggest offensive pieces in St. Brown and D'Andre Swift. The passing game could very well run through tight end T.J. Hockenson but things don't look positive for Detroit's offense as a whole for Week 4.