Injuries Prompt Tough Decisions for Fantasy Football Managers

NEW YORK, NY — As the NFL season progresses, injuries and bye weeks force fantasy football managers to make tough roster decisions. Key players being sidelined impacts strategies and forces managers to reevaluate their lineups.

This week, players such as Kendre Miller and TreVeyon Henderson are becoming expendable as they struggle to contribute. Miller, the New Orleans Saints running back, suffered a torn ACL last weekend and will miss the rest of the season. This opens opportunities for Alvin Kamara‘s stock to rise again.

Meanwhile, rookie running back Henderson has seen his playing time decrease, falling to just 14% on the field in the latest game. He has scored minimal fantasy points over the past weeks, leading many managers to consider dropping him.

Another name on the chopping block is Trey Benson. While he recovers from injury, he is on IR and will be sidelined for several weeks, but fantasy managers in need of space may consider letting him go. On the other hand, Joe Mixon remains on the NFI list with unclear timelines for his potential return. As reports hint at a bleak outlook for his comeback this season, cutting him could benefit teams looking to optimize their roster.

In the case of young players like Bhayshul Tuten, who has not gained traction in a two-man backfield, waiting for his role to expand appears less realistic. Managers may feel inclined to release him due to lackluster performance and minimal opportunities.

The pressure to make roster moves heightens as injuries continue to pile up across teams. As the regular season nears its midpoint, managers must act decisively to keep their fantasy streams flowing.