In Houston, the Texans faced a tough challenge against the Buffalo Bills, but it wasn’t just the score that was a concern for fans. Wide receiver Nico Collins left the game with a hamstring injury after scoring a spectacular 67-yard touchdown in the first quarter. Coach DeMeco Ryans addressed the media postgame, initially describing Collins’ condition as day-to-day. However, following further evaluation, he updated the prognosis to week-to-week, stating that hamstring injuries often require several weeks for a full recovery. This development is particularly concerning as Collins was leading the team in receiving yards.
Meanwhile, in New England, the Patriots are planning to switch things up at quarterback. Rookie Drake Maye will start against the Texans on Sunday, replacing Jacoby Brissett, who will take a seat for this game. Maye is widely available in fantasy leagues, but analysts caution that he may not be the best option for those in standard leagues just yet. Despite the quarterback shuffle, the impact on the rankings of the Patriots’ receivers remains minimal for now.
In a surprising turn of events, the New York Jets made headlines by firing coach Robert Saleh after a rocky start to the season. Despite the team sitting at a 2-3 record, which puts them just a game behind the Buffalo Bills, management decided that bold changes were needed to spark a playoff push.
Fantasy football players should also be paying attention, especially those who have had a rough start this season. Statistics reveal that last year, 10% of fantasy teams starting with a 1-4 record still made their way to the playoffs, and somewhat astonishingly, 12% of teams without a win after Week 5 managed to turn things around. So even for those sitting at 0-5, hope isn’t yet lost.
Injury reports from around the league indicate a busy week ahead for teams and players alike. Aaron Rodgers, after a scare during the Jets’ last game with a leg injury, was diagnosed with a low ankle sprain. Early tests suggest he will be fine for Week 6, but his struggles may linger given his previous Achilles injury. Meanwhile, Aaron Jones of the Vikings was ruled out for the rest of his game with a hip injury, but hopes remain high for a speedy recovery during the bye week.
Lastly, Nick Chubb of the Browns has returned to practice after a lengthy recovery from his knee injuries, raising optimism about his return to the field in the coming weeks. Fans and fantasy managers alike will be keenly watching various injury updates as teams prepare for the sixth week of the season.
