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All-Pro OL Lane Johnson of Eagles, Erik McCoy of Saints out with injuries

Sun Sep 22 3:08pm ET
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Philadelphia Eagles All-Pro offensive tackle Lane Johnson and New Orleans Saints starting center Erik McCoy have been ruled out of their game Sunday, with Johnson sustaining a concussion and McCoy a groin injury.

Philadelphia also ruled out wide receiver Britain Covey (shoulder), while guard Mekhi Becton (finger) was questionable to return.

Johnson, 34, is a two-time first-team All-Pro and five-time Pro Bowl selection. He has started all 146 of his games since the Eagles picked him fourth overall in the 2013 NFL Draft. He played in 100 percent (147) of the team's offensive snap counts in the first two games this season.

Covey, 27, had seven receptions for 34 yards in three games this season, including one catch for 11 yards on Sunday. He entered Sunday with 10 catches for 65 yards in 35 games since 2022 for Philadelphia.

McCoy was injured on the third play from scrimmage after the Saints received the opening kickoff. Starting left guard Lucas Patrick moved to center, and Oli Udoah took Patrick's place on the line.

The Saints' Blake Grupe kicked a 34-yard field on that possession and New Orleans (2-0) had a 3-0 edge on Philadelphia (1-1) at halftime.

McCoy, 27, has started all 77 games he has played since New Orleans selected him in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft out of Texas A&M. He played 100 percent of the offensive snaps (1,152) in 2023 when he was selected to the Pro Bowl. McCoy made the NFL All-Rookie Team in 2019.

He played 95 percent (119) of the offensive snaps in the first two games of the season.

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Player Notes
Kenneth Walker III Sep 22 2:10pm CT
Kenneth Walker III

Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III (oblique) was already listed as doubtful for their Week 3 contest against the Miami Dolphins, but he's officially been deemed inactive. Zach Charbonnet will step in as the starting running back with Kenny McIntosh coming in as the backup. Charbonnet was the only member of the backfield to receive touches in their Week 2 win over the New England Patriots, and he registered 38 yards on 14 carries with five catches for 31 yards. Seattle will likely rely on the passing game once again. Walker's next chance to play will be Week 4 on the road against the Detroit Lions.

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Britain Covey Sep 22 2:10pm CT
Britain Covey

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Britain Covey (shoulder) has been ruled out for the remainder of Week 3 versus the New Orleans Saints. He had an 11-yard reception and a fair catch prior to his departure. The speedy 27-year-old had merely been filling a depth receiver and special teams role for Philadelphia, so his departure doesn't have major fantasy implications.

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Alex Anzalone Sep 22 2:03pm CT
Alex Anzalone

The Detroit Lions have declared WR Isaiah Williams, LB Alex Anzalone, DL James Houston, CB Ennis Rakestraw Jr., OT Giovanni Manu, CB Ifeatu Melifonwu and OT Colby Sorsdal inactive for Week 3.

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Brent Urban Sep 22 2:03pm CT
Brent Urban

The Baltimore Ravens have declared DE Adisa Isaac, S Beau Brade, CB T.J. Tampa, C Nick Samac, DL Brent Urban, WR Devontez Walker and OT Malaesala Aumavae-Laulu inactive for Week 3.

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George Kittle Sep 22 2:03pm CT
George Kittle

The San Francisco 49ers have declared QB Joshua Dobbs, OG Ben Bartch, WR Deebo Samuel, LB Tatum Bethune, CB Darrell Luter Jr. and TE George Kittle inactive for Week 3.

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Joey Bosa Sep 22 2:00pm CT
Joey Bosa

Los Angeles Chargers edge rusher Joey Bosa (hip) has officially been downgraded from questionable to out during their matchup with the Pittsburgh Steelers. He originally left in the first half with a hip issue and was tagged with a questionable status at the time. Bosa didn't register any tackles in this contest after accruing nine total tackles and 2.0 sacks through their first two games. Tuli Tuipulotu is next on the depth chart and has already posted four total tackles and two tackles for loss. He'll see more opportunities while Bud Dupree will likely get involved as well.

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Raheem Mostert Sep 22 1:53pm CT
Raheem Mostert

Miami Dolphins RB Raheem Mostert (chest) has been declared inactive for the Week 3 game.

Fantasy Spin: De'Von Achane has taken over as the main running back for the Dolphins and will see most of the snaps at the position in Week 3. He should be a starting option in all fantasy leagues.

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Joey Bosa Sep 22 1:53pm CT
Joey Bosa

Updating a previous report, Los Angeles Chargers DE Joey Bosa (hip) will not return to the Week 3 game because of his hip injury.

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Jerome Baker Sep 22 1:43pm CT
Jerome Baker

The Seattle Seahawks have declared LB Jerome Baker, OT Mike Jerrell, DT Myles Adams, C Olu Oluwatimi, LB Uchenna Nwosu and RB Kenneth Walker III inactive for Week 3.

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Raheem Mostert Sep 22 1:43pm CT
Raheem Mostert

The Miami Dolphins have declared DB Ethan Bonner, LB Channing Tindall, C Andrew Meyer, RB Raheem Mostert, WR Malik Washington, QB Tyler Huntley and LB Mohamed Kamara inactive for Week 3.

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Payton Wilson Sep 22 1:40pm CT
Payton Wilson

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Alex Highsmith (groin) left the game against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday with a groin injury, and the team has said he's doubtful to return. He registered one solo tackle before leaving in the second quarter. Nick Herbig will be the next man up while Payton Wilson may see some extra snaps to give the others a break at times. Highsmith has been a consistent piece to this defense after posting four solo tackles and a sack in Week 2, and six combined tackles in Week 1. This game has been more of a defensive struggle than a shootout, so Herbig should be able to register a solid game in relief of Highsmith. His status after this game will be something to monitor.

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Britain Covey Sep 22 1:30pm CT
Britain Covey

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Britain Covey (shoulder) has exited Sunday's game against the New Orleans Saints with a knee issue in the second quarter. He registered one catch for 11 yards on his only target before leaving the game, but the team has officially said that he's questionable to return in this one. With A.J. Brown (hamstring) already out, the passing game will have to rely on DeVonta Smith, Dallas Goedert, and then a combination of Jahan Dotson and Parris Campbell. His status will be one to monitor because his absence would be another big hit for this receiver corps moving forward, and it would be quite the hit to Jalen Hurts' fantasy value as well.

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Van Jefferson Sep 22 1:20pm CT
Van Jefferson

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Van Jefferson (eye) exited Sunday's contest against the Chargers. He is questionable to return. The wideout has been quiet through the first two games of the 2024-25 campaign, amassing three catches (five targets) for 15 yards. While anyone on the Steelers offense is hard to trust, Jefferson's potential absence could allow Calvin Austin III to get more involved. At any rate, if Jefferson is ruled out, he'll finish Week 3 without a catch (or a target).

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Chidobe Awuzie Sep 22 1:13pm CT
Chidobe Awuzie

Tennessee Titans CB Chidobe Awuzie (groin) suffered a groin injury during the Week 3 game and is considered questionable to return.

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Joey Bosa Sep 22 1:10pm CT
Joey Bosa

Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Joey Bosa (hip) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The 29-year-old had a sack in each of the Chargers' first two games of the 2024-25 campaign. However, considering he's had issues staying healthy over the years, the team could hold him out for the remainder of Week 3. If that's the case, Tuli Tuipulotu and Bud Dupree might see more snaps.

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Taysom Hill Sep 22 1:00pm CT
Taysom Hill

New Orleans Saints tight end Taysom Hill (lung) didn't suit up for Sunday's meeting with the Philadelphia Eagles. He was uncertain to play entering the contest after being hospitalized following the Week 2 meeting with the Cowboys with a chest injury. Fox's Jay Glazer shed more light on the issue, with the NFL insider reporting the 34-year-old has a bruised lung. Considering the delicate nature of this type of injury, it may take Hill a little longer to heal. With that in mind, fantasy managers will await an update ahead of the Saints' Week 4 game versus the Atlanta Falcons. In the meantime, Juwan Johnson could see a few more targets behind Foster Moreau. However, Johnson has limited value in multi-tight end setups.

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Joey Bosa Sep 22 12:43pm CT
Joey Bosa

Los Angeles Chargers DE Joey Bosa (hip) suffered a hip injury during the Week 3 game and is considered questionable to return.

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Jordan Love Sep 22 11:10am CT
Jordan Love

Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (knee) is officially inactive in Week 3 for the team's contest on the road against the Tennessee Titans. Love suffered a sprained left MCL in his knee in the Week 1 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in Brazil and will now miss his second straight game as a result. The good news is that Love practiced all week and was questionable to play on Sunday against the Titans, so he stands to have a good chance to make his return in a big divisional clash next weekend at Lambeau Field versus the Minnesota Vikings. With Love out again on Sunday, backup Malik Willis will make his second straight start against his former team, the Titans. Expect another run-heavy game plan from Green Bay, making Josh Jacobs a must-start in fantasy against the 0-2 Titans. Willis should be considered a low-end QB2 for those in superflex leagues.

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Roman Wilson Sep 22 11:00am CT
Roman Wilson

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Roman Wilson (coach's decision) is a healthy scratch for Week 3 versus the Los Angeles Chargers. The rookie had previously battled an ankle injury but was removed from the injury report on Friday. It seemed as though he was going to make his NFL debut this Sunday, but in the end, he's inactive despite being healthy. His debut will have to wait at least one more week. The Steelers enter their clash against the Steelers with just four wide receivers, of which George Pickens is the only one possessing fantasy relevance.

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Russell Wilson Sep 22 11:00am CT
Russell Wilson

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson (calf) is officially inactive for Week 3 against the Los Angeles Chargers. He has been designated as the Steelers' emergency third-string quarterback, making him eligible to play only if both Justin Fields and Kyle Allen get injured. Wilson had been listed as questionable after practicing in a limited capacity on Friday. The veteran quarterback still has not yet made his Steelers debut thanks to this lingering calf issue. Even when Wilson becomes healthy enough to play again, Fields should remain Pittsburgh's QB1 until he gives head coach Mike Tomlin reasons to make a switch. This is good news for fantasy managers as Fields has more fantasy upside than Wilson, anyway.

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