The Herd with Colin Cowherd FantasyPros - Week 1 Fantasy Football Reactions & Injuries + Early Week 2 Waiver Wire (Ep. 1692)
Sep 8, 2025
Joining the discussion are Scott Bogman, a bold fantasy football analyst, and Deepak Chona, an orthopedic sports surgeon who provides crucial injury insights. They dive into key injuries from Week 1, including the effects on player performance and fantasy strategies. The analysis includes standout performances from players like Tyler Warren and Travis Etienne, plus waiver wire advice for lesser-known pickups. Humorous anecdotes and a recap of thrilling game highlights keep the conversation lively as they navigate the early season challenges.
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CMC High Reward With Elevated Injury Risk
- Christian McCaffrey looked dominant in Week 1 despite a calf practice DNP and age-related risk factors.
- Deepak Chona warns CMC is a high injury-risk but should be started when healthy for big fantasy upside.
Weigh Surgery Versus Quick Return For Dislocations
- For shoulder dislocations, non-operative return is possible in about three weeks but carries high re-dislocation risk.
- Deepak Chona recommends weighing long-term stability versus short-term return when deciding surgery.
Expect Bowers Back Quickly If Symptoms Mild
- Brock Bowers' knee looked like a mild sprain and was treated as a precaution, so expect a quick return.
- Monitor imaging, but Deepak expects Bowers to practice soon if symptoms remain mild.