FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast Week 1 Fantasy Football Reactions & Injuries + Early Week 2 Waiver Wire (Ep. 1692)
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Sep 8, 2025 Deepak Chona, an orthopedic sports surgeon and founder of Sports Med Analytics, shares critical insights on player injuries affecting fantasy football teams. He discusses the impact of notable injuries, including Christian McCaffrey's calf strain, and offers strategic adjustments for fantasy enthusiasts. Listeners are treated to week one reactions, standout performances, and waiver wire tips for week two. The conversation dives into the Bengals' struggles and the rise of rookies, ensuring fans are equipped for the fantasy season ahead.
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CMC: High Upside, High Injury Risk
- Christian McCaffrey looked like a top scorer when active despite a practice DNP and a reported calf issue.
- Expect high weekly upside but elevated season-long injury risk due to age, history, and workload.
Handcuff Your Workhorse RBs
- If you drafted CMC, roster or draft his handcuff like Brian Robinson Jr. to protect against missed time.
- Target high-volume backups rather than lottery options if you need immediate depth.
Worthy's Shoulder: Return Is Possible, Risk Is High
- Xavier Worthy suffered a dislocated shoulder with high in-season re-dislocation risk for NFL players.
- Non-operative return is possible in ~3 weeks but re-dislocation could force season-ending surgery.