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Ty Johnson returns to clear receiving role

Ty Johnson

BUF Running Back #26

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Ty Johnson caught all four of his targets for 50 yards in the Bills’ Week 3 win over the Chargers.

Johnson missed the first two games after having his hamstring accessory tendon removed on August 11th. We’re not sure what that entails, but it doesn’t sound like a minor injury, and it makes sense why Johnson is only now able to return. Still, in his first game back, Johnson remains the clear passing game back in Buffalo’s offense. While he was second on the team in receiving, he played just 15 snaps, and 30 of his 50 receiving yards came on one catch. He’s not a recommended option in fantasy, and Ray Davis would remain the main beneficiary if James Cook were to get hurt.

- Eric Samulski

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Ty Johnson

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Ty Johnson (hamstring) is not on Buffalo’s final Week 3 injury report.

He practiced in full all week and will return to his third-down role against the Chargers.
Ty Johnson

BUF Running Back #26

Bills declared RB Ty Johnson (hamstring) inactive for Week 2 against the Lions.

Johnson mainly serves as a third-down specialist, so his absence is not hugely consequential. The Bills promoted RB Frank Fore Jr. from the practice squad. He and RB Ray Davis will back up starting RB James Cook tonight.
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ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports that the Bills “want to get that running game recharged” in Week 2 against the Lions.

Bills RB James Cook totaled 57 yards on just 13 rushing attempts last week, adding three catches for 12 yards. Per Fowler, the Bills plan to use him a lot more in primetime this evening. Cook can be treated as a locked-in RB1 in what should be a fantasy-friendly game environment on Thursday Night Football. The Bills notably elevated RB Frank Gore Jr. from the practice squad, which could indicate that RB Ty Johnson (hamstring) will be inactive tonight.
Ty Johnson

BUF Running Back #26

Ty Johnson (hamstring) is questionable for week 2 against the Lions.

Johnson was limited in practice throughout the week after missing the Bills’ opener versus Houston. James Cook’s receiving role didn’t change much with Johnson out. Instead, Ray Davis and Frank Gore Jr. picked up a few extra routes each. Neither player has much fantasy appeal, even if Johnson remains out.
Ty Johnson

BUF Running Back #26

Bills RB Ty Johnson (hamstring) was limited in Tuesday’s practice.

Johnson, the only offensive player on the Bills injury report ahead of Thursday’s clash with the Lions, could be trending in the right direction for Week 2. If he does return, he’ll take passing-game work off Frank Gore Jr.'s plate.
Ty Johnson

BUF Running Back #26

Bills RB Ty Johnson (hamstring) was limited in Monday’s estimated practice.

We’ll have a better idea of if Johnson can go for Week 2 on Tuesday — when the Bills will run an actual practice. Johnson didn’t return to practice until the Friday ahead of Week 1 as he’s nursed this hamstring injury throughout most of training camp. If he does go, he’ll step in as Buffalo’s third-down back. The Bills mostly used Frank Gore Jr. there in the second half during Week 1’s win.
Ty Johnson

BUF Running Back #26

Bills declared RB Ty Johnson (hamstring) inactive for Buffalo’s Week 1 game against the Texans.

He came on to the practice field for the first time since suffering the injury in training camp on Friday, but it was too little, too late. Ray Davis will likely pick up extra snaps and James Cook will be more involved in the passing game in Week 1 in a tough matchup. Also inactive for the Bills are: WR Skyler Bell, OT Jude Bowry, G Ar’maj Reed-Adams, DL T.J. Sanders, OLB Mike Danna and S Jalon Kilgore.
Ty Johnson

BUF Running Back #26

Ty Johnson (hamstring) is questionable for Week 1 against the Texans.

Johnson returned to practice on Friday after missing the first two sessions of the week with the hamstring issue. One practice might not be enough to get him on the field for Week 1, but it means he shouldn’t miss much more than Buffalo’s opening game. If he is ruled out, James Cook would likely pick up some extra work on passing downs.
Ty Johnson

BUF Running Back #26

Bills RB Ty Johnson (hamstring) did not practice on Thursday.

It sure looks like the hamstring strain that Johnson suffered more than a month ago is going to keep him sidelined for the Bills’ season opener against the Texans. Starting RB James Cook was expected to play a larger role in the passing game this year. With Johnson sidelined, Cook could hog passing down snaps.
Ty Johnson

BUF Running Back #26

Bills RB Ty Johnson (hamstring) was not present during the portion of practice open to the media.

Johnson went down while running a route on August 9th. He resumed running roughly two weeks ago, but has not yet rejoined his teammates in drills. Although Johnson is not on the fantasy radar himself, he has hogged passing down snaps in recent seasons. Starting RB James Cook has been expected to take on a larger receiving role this season, and Johnson’s potential absence adds credence to that idea.

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Dolphins coach Jeff Hafley said increasing Malik Willis’ designed run rate will be discussed game by game, “when we need him to.”

Hafley’s full quote is fairly non-committal. The first-year head coach was asked whether Willis could receive more designed rushes with De’Von Achane (knee) out for the year. Hafley said the game planning in that regard will “go game by game,” and be employed “situationally when we need him to.” For those hoping that Willis will consistently be involved in the run game, those outings could come, but the occurrences could be volatile. Willis remains a QB2 at this time.
- Nic Bodiford

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Julian Love

SEA Safety #20
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Seahawks S Julian Love (calf) was limited on Thursday.

Love told reporters that he plans to play in Week 4 against the Chargers. Fellow starting S Ty Okada (hamstring) was also limited today. Both players missed Week 3. Okada has not played at all this season, and may be more likely to make his 2026 debut in Week 5.
- Nic Bodiford

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Zach Charbonnet

SEA Running Back #26
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Zach Charbonnet (knee) was limited on Thursday.

Charbonnet is not guaranteed to play in Week 4 against the Chargers, but his return to practice is promising. Add him now. Seahawks rookie, Jadarian Price (chest), went from a limited session on Wednesday to sitting out on Thursday. Keep a close eye on this. Backup Emanuel Wilson would get the start if both Charbonnet and Price are sidelined, while George Holani handles passing downs.
- Nic Bodiford

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Jadarian Price

SEA Running Back #8
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Jadarian Price (chest) did not practice on Thursday.

It’s possible that this is just a precautionary rest day, but those typically occur on Wednesdays. Price should be viewed as questionable to play in Week 4 against the Chargers. Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald favorite, Zach Charbonnet (knee), returned as a limited participant. Backup RB Emanuel Wilson would likely get the start if Price and Charbonnet are both out this week.
- Nic Bodiford

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DeVonta Smith

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ESPN’s Tim McManus reports that the Eagles are preparing to play without DeVonta Smith (hamstring) in Week 4 against the Rams.

The Eagles limited Smith’s practice reps last week, and he successfully suited up on game day, nabbing 6-of-8 targets for 65 yards. Apparently, the performance took a toll. The Eagles will likely be without their No. 1 wide receiver this week. Dontayvion Wicks will fill in as the team’s top receiver.
- Nic Bodiford

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Elgton Jenkins

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Browns declared C Elgton Jenkins, RG Teven Jenkins, QB Taylen Green, WR Tylan Wallace and LB Justin Jefferson inactive for Week 4 against the Steelers

The Browns enter Thursday Night Football without their starting center and right guard. Running the ball up the middle against the Steelers’ talented defensive tackle group could be challenging. Green will serve as the Browns’ emergency third quarterback.
- Nic Bodiford

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Jalen Ramsey

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Jalen Ramsey (wrist) is active for Week 4 against the Browns.

Ramsey will attempt to play through a broken wrist this evening. He was limited in practice all week. The Steelers declared RB Rico Dowdle, QB Drew Allar, QB Will Howard, RB Eli Heidenreich, DL Kevin Jobity Jr. and DE Gabriel Rubio inactive for Week 4 against the Browns. Howard will serve as the emergency third quarterback.
- Nic Bodiford

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Nico Collins

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The Houston Chronicle’s Jonathan M. Alexander reports that Nico Collins (hamstring) was “optimistic” about playing in Week 4 against the Cowboys.

Alexander caught up with Collins after the Texans’ star player logged his second consecutive limited practice. Collins should probably still be treated as sitting somewhere in the questionable-to-probable range, but this is great to hear. Collins is a WR1, as usual, if active.
- Nic Bodiford

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Will Shipley

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Will Shipley (foot) did not practice on Thursday.

Shipley is unlikely to be meaningfully involved if he ends up being active on Sunday. The Eagles’ RB3 is firmly in the questionable camp though.
- Nic Bodiford

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Keaton Mitchell (ankle) was limited on Thursday.

The Chargers’ speedy RB2 was seen wearing a walking boot after practice on Wednesday, but that didn’t keep him from practicing today. Mitchell scored a touchdown on a red zone carry last week and could continue rotating in against the Seahawks this week. He should be rostered in 12-team leagues.
- Nic Bodiford

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