Fantasy Football Injury Report: Wilson, Bowers, McLaurin Updates and Lineup Impact

The past week has delivered concerning news for fantasy football managers as three elite players battle significant injury issues. Garrett Wilson's knee problems, Brock Bowers' prolonged absence, and Terry McLaurin's quadriceps injury have created major lineup decisions heading into the crucial mid-season stretch.

Garrett Wilson

Wilson suffered a hyperextended knee during the Jets' Week 6 loss to Denver in London and is expected to miss a couple of weeks according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. This is a devastating blow to fantasy managers who invested in Wilson after his stellar start to the season. The fourth-year receiver was on pace for elite production with 36 receptions for 395 yards and four touchdowns through six games, averaging 16.6 fantasy points per game in PPR formats. His 32.9% target share ranked third among all wide receivers, demonstrating his crucial role in New York's struggling offense. Monitor Wilson's status closely as he could return as early as Week 9 following the Jets' bye week, making him a potential waiver wire pickup or trade target for managers with playoff aspirations.

Brock Bowers

Bowers has been dealing with a knee injury since Week 1 that he initially played through before missing the past two games. Coach Pete Carroll suggested the team might hold him out for the long haul through their Week 8 bye, prioritizing his long-term health over short-term production. This represents a dramatic fall from his rookie excellence, as Bowers has managed just 19 catches for 225 yards in four games this season compared to his 112-catch, 1,194-yard rookie campaign. The Raiders appear committed to a cautious approach with their young star, making him a risky fantasy play for the immediate future. Based on current PPR rankings, tight ends with his upside are rare, so patient managers should consider holding onto him through the bye week.

Terry McLaurin

McLaurin has been sidelined since Week 3 with a quadriceps injury but could potentially return in Week 7 against Dallas according to recent reports. The 30-year-old receiver was off to a slower start this season with just 10 catches for 149 yards through three games, though his connection with quarterback Jayden Daniels remains strong from their breakout 2024 campaign together. McLaurin's contract situation was resolved during the offseason with a three-year, $96 million extension, removing any lingering distractions about his long-term future in Washington. His potential return against a vulnerable Cowboys defense could provide an immediate fantasy boost for managers who have weathered his absence.

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