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He almost did it. Worthy managed a completely normal-looking 5/54/0 line on six targets where he was just a normal wideout with no hints of disappointment. He even caught a ball off the turf that was overturned in his favor by replay. But the Chiefs went for the jugular at the two-minute warning, sent Worthy deep, and the classic 2024 Worthy tale of an incomplete deep pass played yet again for us all. Worthy is a WR4 option in Week 14, but not one we’re particularly excited about against the Chargers.

Lattimore practiced in full for the second consecutive day, indicating he will indeed make his Commanders debut against his former Saints squad. Expect Lattimore to efficiently lock down whichever fill-in WR the Saints roll out to face him.

Herbert is dealing with a thigh contusion and an ankle injury. After being a DNP on Wednesday, the Chargers’ QB1 is ready to attempt to play through yet another injury or two in Week 15’s game against the Buccaneers. Herbert’s ankle was taped up during Thursday’s practice, but he’s played through worse this season. With one practice left to go, he is trending in the right direction heading into the weekend.

Kelly’s return would be a significant boost against the Broncos this week but consecutive LP statuses make his availability a true coin flip. If he is upgraded to Full Participant status on Friday, he will be firmly on track to return from injured reserve in time to provide extra protection against the Broncos’ blitz-happy defense.

Downs is firmly on track to return in time for the Colts Week 15 game against the Broncos. His slot-heavy role should largely allow him to avoid No. 1 perimeter CB Pat Surtain II. Downs can be started as a WR3/flex option this week.

The good news is Kamara is dealing with an illness. The bad news is this is his second straight missed practice with said illness. We still don’t expect this to be something that sidelines Kamara for Week 15’s game against the Commanders, but this will be something to watch for until we know he is removed from the report. In the event Kamara misses Sunday’s game, second-year back Kendre Miller could be in for a busy afternoon.

Carr is a long shot to play in Week 15, despite the Saints’ decision not to rule Carr out after suffering a “significant fracture” in his non-throwing hand. The veteran quarterback has missed both practices to open the week and is a virtual lock to miss Sunday’s game against the Commanders. All of this will be confirmed when Friday’s injury report is released, but fantasy managers shouldn’t expect to have Carr available this weekend.

Nabers is on track to face the Ravens this week, given his continued practice participation. His upside is frustratingly limited both by his nagging injuries and the Giants’ dismal quarterback play. He remains WR2-viable based on his exceptional talent though.

Chubb’s delayed return now makes a lot of sense. This is significantly more complex than a clean ACL tear. Whether Chubb suits up soon remains to be seen but he is likely to be eased into action upon his return. The 6-7 Dolphins are currently on the playoff bubble, ranking ninth in the AFC playoff picture.

O’Connell was always a long shot to play and a likely Thursday DNP increases that likelihood. The hobbled passer has an extra day to get healthy with the Raiders’ kickoff delayed until Monday night but all signs point to O’Connell being inactive for Week 15 at this time.

Earlier this year, Legette re-aggravated a wrist injury he suffered in 2021 while in college. The rookie receiver all but confirmed he will have surgery to repair ligaments in his left wrist at the end of this season but will be on the field for Week 15’s game against the Cowboys. Legette is hoping to rebound from a devastating drop in last week’s game against the Eagles that may have secured an upset win for the Panthers. He is currently sitting on 39-432-4 receiving line.