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Lions CBs Terrion Arnold, Ennis Rakestraw Jr. out vs. Colts

Sat Nov 23 6:54pm ET
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The Detroit Lions will play without two high draft picks in rookie cornerbacks Terrion Arnold and Ennis Rakestraw Jr. while getting back veteran Emmanuel Moseley against the host Indianapolis Colts on Sunday.

Arnold was downgraded Saturday from questionable to out because of a groin injury. He was limited at practice on Thursday and participated in a full practice on Friday.

The Lions drafted Arnold with the 24th overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft out of Alabama. Arnold, 21, has started all 10 games and has 38 tackles and six passes defended.

Rakestraw (hamstring) was placed on injured reserve after not practicing all week. He already had been ruled out for Sunday's game.

Detroit picked Rakestraw in the second round (61st overall) out of Missouri. He has played in eight games and has six tackles. Rakestraw, 22, has played on 46 defensive snaps (8 percent) and 95 special teams snaps (42 percent).

Moseley had full practice sessions all week and was activated from injured reserve on Saturday but was listed as questionable for Sunday.

The 28-year-old is in his second season with Detroit and appeared in one game last season before going on IR in October 2023. He was placed on IR on Aug. 27 with a designation to return.

Moseley played from 2018-22 for the San Francisco 49ers and had 162 tackles, four interceptions -- one returned for a touchdown -- and 33 passes defensed in 46 games (33 starts).

Detroit elevated linebacker David Long on Saturday for game day. Long, 28, signed with the practice squad on Tuesday after the Miami Dolphins released him on Nov. 13. He had started six of eight games for the Dolphins this season and had 38 tackles.

In other Lions news, the NFL fined wide receiver Jameson Williams $19,697 for unsportsmanlike conduct for making an obscene gesture during a touchdown celebration in last Sunday's 52-6 home win over the Jacksonville Jaguars, the NFL Network reported Saturday.

Williams, 23, scored on a 65-yard pass from Jared Goff with 12:55 remaining in the third quarter.

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Player Notes
Marvin Harrison Jr. Nov 23 7:10pm CT
Marvin Harrison Jr.

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. ranks as a WR2 in the Cardinals' divisional matchup against the Seahawks in Week 12. Harrison Jr. has been inconsistent in fantasy this season, which has made starting him a tough decision for fantasy managers. The silver lining is that he has still been targeted a decent amount, receiving over five targets in each of his last four games. The Seahawks rank 22nd in opposing wide receiver fantasy points this season and have been prone to allowing big plays to wide receivers. With it being a divisional matchup, the Cardinals will rely on all of their playmakers, and it is reasonable to expect Harrison Jr. to be involved in the passing attack. Harrison Jr. is valued as a WR2 and should be played in deep leagues.

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Trey McBride Nov 23 7:00pm CT
Trey McBride

Trey McBride is valued as a high-end TE1 in Week 12 when the Cardinals travel to Seattle to take on the Seahawks. McBride has solidified himself as one of the premier tight ends in fantasy football this season, ranking as the fourth-best tight end overall. Despite his lack of touchdown production, McBride has still been a strong fantasy asset and a mainstay at the position. The Cardinals often target McBride on key third downs, and in this divisional matchup, they are expected to rely on him in the passing game. The Seahawks rank 18th in opposing TE fantasy points allowed, and fantasy managers should continue to start McBride in Week 12.

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Zach Cunningham Nov 23 6:23pm CT
Zach Cunningham

Denver Broncos LB Zach Cunningham and OG Nick Gargiulo were elevated from the practice squad for Week 12 on Saturday, Nov. 23.

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Akayleb Evans Nov 23 6:00pm CT
Akayleb Evans

Minnesota Vikings defensive back Akayleb Evans has been waived by the organization on Saturday. This seems like a bit of an odd move considering Evans was a full-time starter last season. He finished with 65 tackles, three fumbles forced, and one interception in 15 games with the Vikings in 2023. Since then, Evans has mainly been playing on special teams this season and has only two tackles in seven games. The former fourth-round pick will look to catch on elsewhere. There should be another organization willing to give the 25-year-old a chance to earn a spot on a roster.

From RotoBaller

Roquan Smith Nov 23 5:40pm CT
Roquan Smith

Baltimore Ravens linebacker Roquan Smith (hamstring) is currently listed as questionable ahead of the Monday Night matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers. Smith was forced to exit early during last week's loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers due to a hamstring issue. The stud linebacker has been unable to practice all week, which puts his status in doubt for Week 12. The loss of Smith would certainly hurt given he has 110 tackles on the season. Chris Board is listed as the second string linebacker, so he figures to get the start if Smith is unable to play.

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Rashod Bateman Nov 23 5:30pm CT
Rashod Bateman

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman (knee) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Monday's game against the Los Angeles Chargers. Bateman popped up on the injury report on Friday due to a knee issue. However, Bateman was removed on Saturday after getting in a full practice session. The 24-year-old was quiet last week with only two receptions for 30 yards in the loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Bateman has seen five or more targets in three of his last four games. He should have some flex appeal for this Monday Night contest.

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Ladd McConkey Nov 23 5:20pm CT
Ladd McConkey

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Ladd McConkey (shoulder) is currently considered questionable for Monday's Week 12 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens. The rookie wideout is headed in the right direction after getting in a limited practice session on Friday. He continues nursing a shoulder injury he suffered during last week's win over the Cincinnati Bengals. If active, McConkey should be considered a WR2 after a strong 123-yard performance last week. Although, fantasy managers will need to find a possible replacement in case McConkey isn't cleared to play.

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Tashaun Gipson Nov 23 5:13pm CT
Tashaun Gipson

San Francisco 49ers LB Tatum Bethune (knee) was placed on injured reserve on Saturday, Nov. 23. Also, S Tashaun Gipson was promoted from the practice squad to the 53-man roster and LB Jalen Graham and CB Nick McCloud were elevated from the practice squad for Week 12.

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Hayden Hurst Nov 23 5:10pm CT
Hayden Hurst

Los Angeles Chargers tight end Hayden Hurst (hip) has been ruled out ahead of the Week 12 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens. Hurst was inactive last week and appeared to be in line to play this weekend until landing on the injury report on Friday. As a result, the Chargers have decided to hold out the 31-year-old for Monday's game. Will Dissly figures to serve as the primary pass-catching option for the Chargers. Last week, Dissley hauled in four of his six targets for 80 yards in the win over the Cincinnati Bengals. He'll have some TE2 appeal after seeing six targets in back-to-back games.

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Joey Bosa Nov 23 5:03pm CT
Joey Bosa

Los Angeles Chargers LB Denzel Perryman (groin) and TE Hayden Hurst (hip) did not take part in practice on Saturday, Nov. 23, and were ruled out for Week 12. Also, LB Bud Dupree (foot), S AJ Finley (ankle), LB Khalil Mack (groin) and WR Ladd McConkey (shoulder) were limited and are questionable, DB Deane Leonard (hamstring) and CB Cam Hart (concussion, ankle) practiced in full but are questionable and LB Joey Bosa (hip), RB J.K. Dobbins (rest), S Derwin James (groin) and OT Trey Pipkins (ankle) practiced in full and were removed from the injury report.

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Roquan Smith Nov 23 4:53pm CT
Roquan Smith

Baltimore Ravens CB Arthur Maulet (calf) and S Sanoussi Kane (ankle) did not take part in practice on Saturday, Nov. 23, and were ruled out for Week 12. Also, LB Roquan Smith (hamstring) did not practice but is questionable, C Tyler Linderbaum (back) and DT Travis X. Jones (ankle) were limited and are questionable and WR Nelson Agholor (illness), WR Rashod Bateman (knee), S Kyle Hamilton (neck), RB Justice Hill (concussion), LB Odafe Oweh (neck) and C Nick Samac (chest) practiced in full and were removed from the injury report.

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Jason Sanders Nov 23 4:30pm CT
Jason Sanders

Miami Dolphins kicker Jason Sanders has been one of the most productive fantasy options at his position lately, and he'll look to extend his hot streak during Week 12 versus the New England Patriots. Sanders has posted double-digit fantasy points in back-to-back games and three of his last four contests. Over the last two weeks, he has gone 6-for-6 on extra points and 5-for-5 on field goals, including two from beyond 50 yards. This week, the 29-year-old faces a Patriots defense that has been somewhat stingy against kickers but is also quite capable of surrendering points. Thus, Sanders ranks just inside the top 12 for this week. He's worth starting in leagues with at least 12 teams, and he can even be considered in 10-team formats.

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Baker Mayfield Nov 23 4:20pm CT
Baker Mayfield

Tampa Bay Buccaneers left tackle Tristan Wirfs (knee, foot) has been downgraded to doubtful for Sunday's game against the New York Giants. Wirfs had previously been listed as questionable after logging three consecutive limited practices. He played nearly every snap through the first nine weeks of the season before exiting early in Week 10. Even with extra time to recover during last week's bye, it sounds like the 25-year-old won't be healthy to suit up on Sunday. Justin Skule should protect Baker Mayfield's blindside for the duration of Wirfs' absence.

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Nick Folk Nov 23 4:20pm CT
Nick Folk

Tennessee Titans kicker Nick Folk is worth considering as a low-end fantasy streamer in Week 12 against the Houston Texans. Although the Titans haven't given Folk a whole lot of scoring opportunities this year, he has made the most of his chances, going 14-for-15 on field goals and 18-for-18 on extra points. Despite his accuracy, he ranks 23rd among kickers in fantasy points, largely due to the Titans' aforementioned struggles on offense this season. To further complicate matters, the Texans have been somewhat stingy on special teams, holding opposing kickers to the 14th-fewest fantasy points. With that said, Houston has surrendered 0.6 field goals of at least 50 yards per game, which is the fourth-most in the NFL. Therefore, despite his tougher matchup, Folk could put himself on the fantasy radar with his accuracy and powerful leg. He's a fringe top-12 option heading into Sunday's divisional battle.

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Adrian Colbert Nov 23 4:13pm CT
Adrian Colbert

Chicago Bears DB Adrian Colbert was elevated from the practice squad for Week 12 on Saturday, Nov. 23.

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Kayvon Thibodeaux Nov 23 4:10pm CT
Kayvon Thibodeaux

New York Giants edge rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux (wrist) has been activated from injured reserve ahead of Week 12 versus the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The 23-year-old is technically listed as questionable, but he's expected to play on Sunday now that New York has elevated him to its 53-man roster. Thibodeaux, who is coming off two full practices, hasn't played since Week 5 against Seattle. Through a handful of contests earlier in the year, he registered 12 tackles and two sacks. His presence will be key as the Giants look to slow down Baker Mayfield and the Buccaneers this weekend.

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Austin Seibert Nov 23 4:00pm CT
Austin Seibert

Washington Commanders kicker Austin Seibert (right hip) has been removed from the injury report and will play in Week 12 against the Dallas Cowboys. Seibert had previously been listed as questionable, but he was trending in the right direction after logging a full practice on Friday. The 28-year-old has been one of the most productive kickers in fantasy football this season, going 25-for-27 on field goals and 22-for-22 on extra points through just eight games. He should be deployed as a high-end K1 option this week versus Dallas.

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Miles Sanders Nov 23 4:00pm CT
Miles Sanders

The Carolina Panthers have placed running back Miles Sanders (ankle) on injured reserve. The veteran playmaker suffered a significant ankle injury during Week 10 in Germany. He had already been ruled out for Week 12, and now his placement on IR will hold him out for a minimum of four games. Sanders has appeared in 10 games this season, totaling 139 rushing yards, 98 receiving yards, and one touchdown in a backup role behind Chuba Hubbard. Carolina will proceed with Hubbard in the lead-back role and Jonathon Brooks (knee) slated to make his NFL debut as the No. 2 option out of the backfield.

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Trevon Diggs Nov 23 3:50pm CT
Trevon Diggs

Dallas Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs (groin, knee) and guard Zack Martin (ankle, shoulder) have both been downgraded to out ahead of Week 12 versus the Washington Commanders. Diggs had previously been listed as questionable while Martin was doubtful. Diggs has appeared in 10 games this season, making 37 tackles and intercepting two passes. Martin has also played in all 10 contests, posting a career-low 65.6 PFF grade so far. Losing both players is bad news for the Cowboys as they take on a surging divisional opponent, the Washington Commanders.

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Eddie Jackson Nov 23 3:43pm CT
Eddie Jackson

Baltimore Ravens LB Kristian Welch was promoted from the practice squad to the active roster on Saturday, Nov. 23. To make room, DB Eddie Jackson was waived.

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