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Hunter has been the subject of trade rumors for the last two offseasons. The veteran pass rusher was in search of a contract extension last offseason but ultimately played on his deal. Now in the final year of his contract, Hunter, who totaled 10.5 sacks and 12 TFLS last season, is still in search of a new deal. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported last week that teams have already begun contacting the Vikings about a potential trade for Hunter, but little has materialized since then. Set to earn just $5.5 million this season, Hunter is more than deserving of a new deal, whether it’s from the Vikings or another team.

Harris led the team in targets last week, but somehow managed just six yards on three catches. With Ladd McConkey (back) ailing, Harris could lead the team in targets again. He would only be a boom-bust FLEX in this case, though.

This is unfortunate. McConkey is no stranger to playing through injury, but his availability for Week 10’s Monday Night Football game appears to be in jeopardy. If active, McConkey would be a WR2, but backup plans should be made at this time.

Porter got in a limited practice on Friday. He described himself as being at 70 percent health this week. The Cowboys listed DaRon Bland (ankle) and backup S Alijah Clark (illness) as questionable, and ruled out LB Donovan Ezeiruaku (ankle) and S P.J. Locke (concussion). Cowboys LB DeMarvion Overshown (hamstring/back) will play.

This was the expected outcome. Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer told reporters on Monday that Ferguson will likely be out for “multiple weeks” after suffering a knee injury. He was already dealing with an ankle injury when it happened. Ferguson does not need to be rostered in 12-team formats.

The Cowboys will be without their No. 2 running back, removing what little threat there was to Javonte Williams’ workload. Goodson should remain stashed on 12-team benches if possible, though he could miss next week as well.

Pickens makes his return after sitting out in Week 9. He played through the injury in Week 8, which may have been the wrong decision. The Cowboys’ No. 2 wide receiver encouragingly upgraded from limited to full participation today and can be treated as a WR2 in what should be a high-scoring game against the 49ers.

Williams evidently injured his shoulder during the 49ers’ practice on Thursday, as did LB Dre Greenlaw (knee). 49ers OT Vederian Lowe would be Williams’ replacement if he cannot play. 49ers starting perimeter CBs Renardo Green (back) and Deommodore Lenoir (foot), and slot DB Upton Stout (shoulder) are also questionable.

The 49ers could end up limiting Samuel’s snaps in his first game back, but when he is on the field, he will likely be treated as the team’s No. 1 wide receiver. Samuel should be in fantasy football lineups as a WR3 with decent upside in what is expected to be a high-scoring game.

Losing Evans for this one is a bummer. The 49ers’ and Cowboys’ offenses should facilitate a high-scoring game environment. Regardless, the 49ers are smartly prioritizing Evans’ long-term health. Whenever he returns, he is likely to be full-go. Keep him stashed on fantasy football benches.

Rodriguez had three limited sessions ahead of this week and, should the Jaguars bludgeon the Titans, would profile to get some between-the-tackles work with Bhayshul Tuten dealing with ankle and foot injuries and not getting in much practice time. He’ll be a reasonable FLEX play against Tennessee.