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That would seem to make sense considering the franchise currently finds itself in the midst of a multi-year rebuild, with numerous needs up and down the roster. The team holds the No. 4 and No. 35 overall picks in this year’s draft, keeping their options plentiful as they look to alter the trajectory of a small market team. There have been whispers around the league that the Titans could be targeting RB Jeremiyah Love in the first round, something that seems a bit absurd on the surface considering the presence of both Tony Pollard and Tyjae Spears. On the other hand, an impact defender like EDGE Reuben Bain Jr makes a lot more sense on paper. Either way, Borgonzi appears to be keeping his hand close to the chest as we inch closer to the draft.

Skowronek is not fantasy-relevant and should not be picked up in 12-team formats. His potential return provides Aaron Rodgers with a trusted target. Skowronek also serves as a reliable run blocker.

Neither did fellow Ravens safety Jaylinn Hawkins, who is also dealing with a knee injury. Ravens coach Jesse Minter said a few of his players were dealing with “after game type things” when asked about Hamilton, so it doesn’t sound like this is a major issue. Still, with multiple members of the secondary banged up, this is a situation to monitor throughout the week.

The Browns’ No. 2 running back played through his knee injury effectively last week, totaling 79 scrimmage yards and three receptions against the Titans. He should be expected to continue playing productively on his limited workload moving forward. He is not a must-start player in Week 8 against the Steelers, but he belongs in the FLEX conversation.

This is McDuffie’s first practice since he injured his groin during a Week 6 practice. He will be limited on the official injury report. Rams LB Nate Landman (concussion) will be listed as a full participant.

It’s Jackson’s first full practice since suffering the ankle injury in Week 4. Even with the many twists and turns in this latest injury saga, we’re comfortable assuming Jackson will play this week. The fact that he was held out this long hopefully means that he’s close to 100 percent healthy. Facing a likely shootout with the Bills, Jackson projects for the second-most fantasy points at his position, behind only Josh Allen.

Parkinson has meaningfully contributed to the Rams’ offense in each of the last two weeks, but he is now at risk of missing his team’s Week 8 game against the Chargers. Were Parkinson to sit out on Sunday, Tyler Higbee would likely benefit.

Jaydon Blue was signed from their practice squad to the active roster in a corresponding move. Pierce went down with an injury on a kickoff return in the fourth quarter of Monday’s game. The team has not announced the exact injury yet, but Pierce will now miss a minimum of four games. Blue will back up a still-very-injured Saquon Barkley. Barkley returned from his hamstring injury in Week 7, only to suffer a back injury in the process. Blue has an outside chance at starting for the Eagles this week, making him worth a look on waivers.

The Cardinals’ No. 3 quarterback has been dealing with back spasms in recent weeks, likely delaying his rookie season debut. Cardinals coach Mike LaFleur said Beck threw the ball well on Tuesday. Today, they will see how things go. Stay tuned.

Nolen did not play in Week 7 against the Broncos. Were he to miss this week’s game against the Cowboys, his absence would only further insulate this game as a fantasy-friendly environment. The Cardinals’ permissive defense is a unit to target via matchups.

Jones was released to create room on the roster for DeForest Buckner, whom the 49ers just acquired from Indianapolis. Jones hasn’t played much this year, but he has been active in all seven games and sees some work on special teams. He started 17 games for the Dolphins in 2025 and 16 games for the Raiders in 2024. He shouldn’t have any issues finding a new team.