David Chao, MD
2 min read • October 10, 2023
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Heading into Week 6, any NFL player placed on injured reserve (IR) after the first game of the season becomes eligible to return. This development has the potential to disrupt the pecking order on some teams in terms of player involvement, impacting fantasy lineups.
Dolphins running back Jeff Wilson has been activated off IR, and his 21-day practice window has been opened. Wilson was placed on IR before Week 1 due to a midsection injury and multiple finger injuries. His return coincides with a potential absence by Dolphins running back De'Von Achane, who is dealing with a knee injury. Keep an eye on Wilson as a potential fantasy football flex option.
The Denver Broncos have been in search of more explosive pass catchers, and they may have found one in tight end Greg Dulcich. He is nearing his return after suffering a hamstring injury in Week 1 that placed him on IR. However, it's worth noting that his practice window has not been activated yet, suggesting that he will likely be out for at least another week.
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Diontae Johnson is eligible to make his return from IR in Week 7, which is after the Steelers' bye week. Johnson had been placed on IR due to a hamstring injury he sustained in Week 1. The team is expected to take a cautious approach in reintegrating Johnson into the lineup to prevent any recurrence of the hamstring injury.
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Written by David Chao, MD
