As the NFL hits its Week 8 slate on November 1, 2026, fantasy managers face a massive wave of injury decisions. Star quarterbacks, key running backs, and top-tier wide receivers—including Lamar Jackson and Rashee Rice.
Lamar Jackson Returns and Offensive Watchlist Updates for Sunday
The Baltimore Ravens welcome back two-time MVP Lamar Jackson for a marquee matchup against the Buffalo Bills. Jackson missed the last three games with an ankle injury, a stretch during which the Ravens prepared to face the Bills and MVP front-runner Josh Allen.
Wide receiver DJ Moore aggravated his shoulder injury in Week 4 and was forced from the game, unable to return, and missed Weeks 5-6.
Patriots Rule Out A.J. Brown and TreVeyon Henderson Against Miami
The New England Patriots will be missing two key offensive weapons when they face the Miami Dolphins. Wide receiver A.J. Brown and running back TreVeyon Henderson have both been officially ruled out. During Wednesday’s practice, Brown aggravated one of his frequently troublesome knees and failed to complete the workout, subsequently sitting out both Thursday and Friday.
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We’ll see how he comes in tomorrow and we’ll make a decision.
Mike Vrabel, Patriots Coach
Head coach Mike Vrabel noted that Brown’s final status would determine his availability. Kyle Williams benefits from A.J. Brown’s inactive status, as Williams is the sole, exclusive perimeter receiver on the Patriots’ current depth chart. Rhamondre Stevenson will benefit from TreVeyon Henderson’s return, while his backup, Corey Kiner, is an even more interesting deep-sleeper prospect who has outplayed Henderson in recent weeks, making him worth a shot for 10+ touches in very deep formats and DFS.
Rashee Rice Returns to Kansas City While Denver Backfield Shifts
Kansas City wide receiver Rashee Rice is cleared to return for the Chiefs’ matchup against the Denver Broncos. After missing time since Week 4 due to a hamstring strain, he has logged full practices all week and is now set to play without an injury designation, a development that will diminish Cyrus Allen’s playing time and strip away any potential fantasy value Xavier Worthy might have held. Rice and Travis Kelce are the only startable Chiefs pass-catchers you can start against the Broncos.
Following last week’s ankle injury—during which he paced Denver’s backfield with 11 opportunities—rookie running back Jonah Coleman is now positioned to be the primary Broncos running back you will want in your fantasy lineup.
I’m ready for any opportunity I’m given.
Jonah Coleman, Broncos Running Back
Eagles Backfield Adjustments and Tennessee Rookie Status
The Eagles are balancing their reserve options with a focus on long-term health behind him, leaving observers curious about how the franchise will ultimately determine its future backup, whether that turns out to be Blue or an alternative choice.
Meanwhile, the Tennessee Titans navigate roster changes as Tony Pollard is borderline an RB1 in fantasy football due to the inactive status of Tyjae Spears, who is out with a knee injury. Carnell Tate is listed with a shoulder injury.
Additional Week 8 Injury Reports and Lineup Notes
Elsewhere around the league, multiple teams are managing critical injuries. Recovering from a quad strain that forced him to sit out earlier contests, Breece Hall enters the game with a questionable designation for a second consecutive week after putting in limited practice sessions from Wednesday through Friday, whereas Braelon Allen is expected to start and is fully prepared for his usual workload following three limited practices. Davante Adams is out for six to 10 weeks after rupturing his hamstring in the Rams’ latest matchup against the Cardinals, and Terry McLaurin saw his season come to a devastating end after MRI results confirmed a torn patellar tendon. Additionally, George Pickens is listed as questionable with a shoulder and hamstring injury for Sunday, but he is expected to play.
Whenever I’m out there on the field, I’m going to give the team my all
RJ Harvey, Broncos Running Back