NFL Week 3 Injury Report & Waiver Wire Targets for 2025 Fantasy Football

Key NFL Player Injuries and Fantasy Football Impact

• 🚑 James Conner sustained a likely ankle injury, raising the profile of Trey Benson as a potential replacement, though some debate exists between Benson and Chase Brown for rest-of-season value.
• 🤕 Najee Harris suffered an ankle injury, positioning Omari Hampton to take over the majority workload, with his receiving ability seen as a key asset.
• 🏈 CeeDee Lamb exited early with a potential injury, but is expected to be ready for the next game against the Packers.
• 🤕 Mike Evans is dealing with a hamstring injury, and Terry McLaurin left with a quad injury, with updates still pending for both.
• 🤕 Carson Wentz is set to start at quarterback against the Steelers, impacting fantasy outlooks for players on his team.
• 🤕 Several other players suffered injuries, including Alec Pierce (concussion), Dyami Brown (shoulder), and multiple tight ends like Colston Loveland (hip), Michael Mayer (injury), and Ja'Tavion Sanders (ankle).

Offensive Line and Defensive Injuries

• 🛡️ Significant offensive line injuries include Lane Johnson (Eagles), Zack Tom and Aaron Banks (Green Bay), and C.J. Stroud's offensive line struggles.
• 🛡️ Defensive injuries of note include Sauce Gardner (head), Derek Stingley (ribs), Trayvon Diggs (injury), Will Harris (broken leg), Javon Hargrave (injury), Nick Bosa (injury), and Christian Aian (quad).

Waiver Wire Targets and Fantasy Outlook

• 🏃‍♂️ At running back, options are scarce, with Ty Spears, Jeremy McNichols, and Ali Gordon mentioned as potential targets.
• 📈 Christian Kirk is noted for his target volume despite a quiet game, and Trey Tucker is highlighted as a potential waiver wire headliner at wide receiver.
• 🎯 Quarterbacks like Gino Smith (facing a favorable matchup), Mariota (if starting), and Carson Wentz are identified as potential waiver wire pickups.
• 🏈 K.T. is mentioned as a tight end with a good matchup for the upcoming week, especially with Colston Loveland's injury.