Fantasy Drafts Need To Take The JSN and Terry McLaurin Injuries (very) Seriously
Aug 25, 2023
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Underrated fantasy football player Terry McLaurin and player Jaxon Smith-Njigba discuss their significant injuries and how it should impact fantasy football drafts. They also touch on the trade potential of Jonathan Taylor and the importance of healthy players in drafts.
Terry McLaurin's turf toe injury and emergence of John Daughtson raise concerns about McLaurin's target competition and potential missed playing time, prompting fantasy experts to downgrade his ranking.
Jackson Smith-Njigba's broken wrist adds to concerns about target competition and his ability to be productive upon return, suggesting adjustments in rankings and considering John Daughtson as a safer option.
Deep dives
Terry McLaurin's Turf Toe Injury Raises Concerns
Terry McLaurin suffered a turf toe injury in preseason week two. The severity of the injury is unclear, but turf toe injuries can linger and potentially lead to a significant absence. McLaurin's toe injury, combined with the emergence of John Daughtson in the Washington Football Team's offense, raises concerns about McLaurin's target competition and potential missed playing time. As a result, some fantasy experts are downgrading McLaurin's ranking and considering Daughtson as a viable alternative.
Jackson Smith-Njigba's Broken Wrist and Potential IR Placement
Jackson Smith-Njigba suffered a broken wrist and is scheduled for surgery. The Seattle Seahawks anticipate a three-week recovery period, but some medical professionals suggest that he might end up on injured reserve and miss the start of the season. The broken wrist adds to existing concerns about target competition and raises questions about Smith-Njigba's ability to be productive upon his return. Fantasy experts recommend adjusting rankings accordingly, with John Daughtson being seen as a safer option and Smith-Njigba dropping in the rankings.
Jonathan Taylor's Potential Trade and Contract Dispute
There are rumors of a potential trade involving Jonathan Taylor as he has not reached a contract extension agreement with the Indianapolis Colts. Taylor's situation is complicated by a recent ankle injury and the upcoming deadline for the Colts to decide on his PUP list designation. Some speculate that Taylor may be using the ankle injury as leverage in contract negotiations, potentially leading to a trade to a different team. Fantasy managers should monitor the situation closely, as a trade could significantly impact Taylor's fantasy value.
2023 Fantasy Football - You are underrating how significant the injuries to Terry McLaurin and Jaxon Smith-Njigba and how much it should impact fantasy football drafts. These issues will linger into the regular season. Adjust your fantasy football rankings appropriately.
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