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Chargers’ QB Justin Herbert is very likely to undergo surgery Tuesday on his fractured right index finger, per source.

Whether Herbert will have any chance to able to return this season will be determined by the surgery, Schefter added. Reports said Herbert would do anything he could to get back on the field this season, but from the Chargers standpoint - sitting at 5-8 on the season - there isn't much need to rush Herbert back.

Chargers’ QB Justin Herbert is not expected to play Thursday night vs the Raiders due to his fractured right index finger.

Related players: Easton Stick

The post went on to say Herbert will be consulting with Dr. Steven Shin to determine the extent of the injury and how much time he will miss, per source. It's quite possible this injury could end Herbert's season, but reports have said Herbert will do anything he can to get back on the field. Owners won't have him on a short week to likely open their playoff schedule however, so a backup plan will be needed. In a pinch, Stick will at least have a talented group of weapons around him, but should probably only be in lineups in deeper leagues, especially if this is a postseason game.

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert will have an MRI Monday on his fractured finger to determine how much time he will miss and perhaps if he'll even return this season. The Chargers' playoff hopes took a big hit with their 24-7 loss to the Broncos, dropping L.A. to 5-8 and two games behind the six-team cluster in the AFC wild card race. The Chargers have a short week coming as they visit the Raiders on Thursday. Easton Stick took over when Herbert left.

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert left Sunday's game against the Broncos with a finger injury.

Easton Stick is now in at quarterback as the Chargers have been putting up a donut at home. It truly is amazing how many quarterbacks have gone down this season. For Herbert, it's the second time dealing with an injured finger. He suffered a broken finger in Week 6 but didn't miss any time. It's been that kind of year for the Chargers. Before leaving, Herbert was 9 of 17 for 96 yards with an interception.

The Chargers are opening WR Joshua Palmer’s 21-day practice window. Some help on the way in the coming weeks for L.A.’s offense.

Related Players: Quentin Johnston, Jalen Guyton

Surprisingly, this could be a huge boost for the Chargers offense. The receiving group has not looked great, and Palmer was able to string together some really good performances before going down with his knee injury, including a 16-336-1 statline between Weeks 3-7. He should be rostered as a potential FLEX play if he is able to return during the fantasy playoffs.

Coach Brandon Staley said Monday that X-rays on Quentin Johnston's ribs were returned negative, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

Johnston didn't return to the field in the third quarter. Afterward, coach Brandon Staley told Jeff Miller of the Los Angeles Times that "it wasn't that [Johnston] couldn't go back in the game. We just didn't feel like... it was the right thing to go back in the game," according to the story. The story also said there's an expectation that Johnston will take part in practice this week.

Panthers' CB CJ Henderson doubtful to play Sunday for the second straight game with a concussion. TE Hayden Hurst (concussion) has been ruled out. CB Jaycee Horn (hamstring) is doubtful for the Titans.

Related Players: Tommy Tremble, Stephen Sullivan

Tremble will move into the de facto TE1 role for the Panthers, but that certainly hasn't been a profitable title. He doesn't need to be in fantasy consideration.

Falcons HC Arthur Smith said team is going with Desmond Ridder.

Also, they'll see how much Taylor Heinicke (hamstring) can practice this week.

The Falcons said they would ponder their QB situation over the break and announce a starter for Week 12 who would start the rest of the season. The team didn't want to be in a week-to-week QB situation like they were for three weeks leading into the bye week. So, Ridder will get the nod for the rest of the season with Heinicke serving as the backup as long as he's healthy.

TE Gerald Everett was not practicing today. His injury designation will be changed from back to chest on today's report after further evaluation.

Related Players: Donald Parham, Stone Smartt

If Everett were to miss, it would be a huge boon for Parham's touchdown equity, but there is a cap on his target share, particularly if Keenan Allen is good to go for Week 11. Parham has four touchdowns on the season, but has only been targeted more than four times on only two occurrences over the last two seasons. He could be considered a desperation streamer sans Everett.

Keenan Allen (shoulder) is back at practice today.

Related Players: Quentin Johnston, Jalen Guyton, Derius Davis

Allen had a huge fantasy performance in Week 10, going 11-175-2 on 13 targets but was having shoulder issues after the game. He looks like he will be a full-go for Week 11 and is a must-start against the Packers on Sunday.