![NFL Injury Analysis: A Primer on How to Use This Column](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/ggmh2edmirn3xzx5nytf.jpg)
Jeff Stotts explains how to supplement his analysis with league injury and practice reports to best manage injuries on your fantasy team.
![Fantasy Baseball Injury Report: Bone Spur Causing Kershaw Problems](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/etheaunj5ufyszoaqbf1.jpg)
Jeff Stotts cautions Clayton Kershaw's fantasy value is limited as he is dealing with inflammation in his left big toe due to a bone spur in the area, leaving him in a walking boot.
![NFL Injury Analysis: Goedert Remains Limited](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/oddrsnhtw067qekaa3ss.jpg)
Jeff Stotts highlights some key NFL injured players, including Philadelphia tight end Dallas Goedert, who remains limited by an oblique strain suffered last week.
![Fantasy Baseball Injury Report: Contreras Out Again With Broken Finger](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/tgraqc9w8urelyqyqqbw.jpg)
The week's significant injuries include Willson Contreras, whose broken finger will likely end his season prematurely with the Cardinals' postseason hopes dimming.
![NFL Injury Analysis: Hamstring Strain Breakdown](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/anrcah8domf1itdjmfqq.jpg)
Jaylen Warren's hamstring strain diagnosis provides Jeff Stotts the opportunity to break down one of the NFL's most common injuries.
![Fantasy Baseball Injury Report: Reds' Ace Greene on 15-Day IL](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/onpfqe0giyydhsvgjzor.jpg)
Jeff Stotts tackles the latest prominent MLB injuries, including Hunter Greene, for whom the Reds opted to take a conservative approach by putting him on the 15-day injured list.
![NFL Injury Analysis: Brown Injury Shouldn't Affect His ADP](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/xtqxtfseb0xagxxgvzpm.jpg)
Jeff Stotts notes whether some of the more prominent NFL preseason injuries might have an impact on their draft day stock, starting with Chiefs' new wideout, Marquise Brown.
![Fantasy Baseball Injury Report: Monitor Abrams' Back Issue](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/lu1oa3wx4yoyjzfbstnw.jpg)
Jeff Stotts' key MLB injuries this week include CJ Abrams, who's day to day with a upper back issue.
![Fantasy Baseball Injury Report: Trout Out](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/trc3gyxyg7g4nkzdgzbw.jpg)
In this all Check Swings edition, Jeff Stotts highlights the most prominent injuries heading into August, starting with Mike Trout who is out for the year.
![Fantasy Baseball Injury Report: Yelich Is a Worry for Managers](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/y2podotcxz5bclesds91.jpg)
Jeff Stotts' key MLB injuries include Christian Yelich, whose back issues make him a considerable injury risk, which limits his value in all formats, including dynasty leagues.
![Fantasy Baseball Injury Report: IL List Continues to Mount for Atlanta](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/ce37in4fzakyrpqausym.jpg)
Atlanta's injury woes continued over the weekend as Ozzie Albies and Max Fried joined Ronald Acuna, Michael Harris and Spencer Strider on the injured list.
![Fantasy Baseball Injury Report: Another Dodger Hits the IL](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/fq6l23ibygeqdnlgyg4t.jpg)
Jeff Stotts list of MLB injuries includes Tyler Glasnow who is on the 15-day injured list with lower back tightness and will miss the All-Star game.
![Fantasy Baseball Injury Report: Injury Bug Again Hits Lewis](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/sedtijdpd6u8gwrfrzmr.jpg)
This week's key injuries include the oft-injured Royce Lewis, who has a Grade 2 adductor strain and should return early August, albeit with an elevated injury risk.
![Fantasy Baseball Injury Report: Philles' Duo Experience Strains](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/tu79fmbmaozgus84ftvl.jpg)
This week's injury news features Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber, who both suffered lower extremity strains, which will likely be handled conservatively by the Phillies.
![Fantasy Baseball Injury Report: Injuries Plague Stanton](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/res2wov8gzmxnkn1tyqk.jpg)
Jeff Stotts checks in with the week's high-profile injuries, starting with Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton, who's on the IL for the eighth time in six seasons with a left hamstring strain.
![Fantasy Baseball Injury Report: Key Dodgers to Miss Time](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/b9equvab3ctw21alodao.jpg)
The Dodgers took an injury hit with Mookie Betts and Yoshinobu Yamamoto likely missing significant time; Betts for a broken hand and Yamamoto for a rotator cuff strain.
![Fantasy Baseball Injury Report: Soto's Status Murky](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/hss5dlgkaii5ukagfsfn.jpg)
This week's prominent injured players include Yankees slugger Juan Soto who has missed three consecutive games with left forearm inflammation.
![Fantasy Baseball Injury Report: Concussion IL Likely for Mateo](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/x1oy6cvskfpydatekfa1.jpg)
This week's notable MLB injuries include Jorge Mateo, who was accidentally hit in the back of the helmet near the on-deck circle and could be placed in on the seven-day concussion IL.
![Fantasy Baseball Injury Report: Acuna Won’t Be Back](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/rtrengvdpuo7kthi7uuh.jpg)
This week’s biggest injuries include Ronald Acuna who is out for the remainder of the season after tearing the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his left knee.
![Fantasy Baseball Injury Report: Check Swings](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/n4srlwkvdh9dsywfev4g.jpg)
Jeff Stotts details prominent injured MLB players in his all Check Swings addition, including Nolan Jones, who will be back with Colorado on Tuesday after missing time with a lower back strain.
![Fantasy Baseball Injury Report: The Use of Radiology in the MLB](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/tgraqc9w8urelyqyqqbw.jpg)
Jeff Stotts discusses the differences in MRIs and X-Rays, with the latter just used for Willson Contreras's recent fractured forearm diagnosis.
![Fantasy Baseball Injury Report: Trout Out for Foreseeable Future](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/trc3gyxyg7g4nkzdgzbw.jpg)
Mike Trout will likely miss at least eight weeks, after he underwent a partial meniscectomy of his medial meniscus to address a partial tear.
![Fantasy Baseball Injury Report: Casas Moves to 60-Day IL](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/dl56clgsqgzgvxemk9yu.jpg)
Jeff Stotts discusses this week's significant MLB injuries, starting in Boston, where Triston Casas' rib injury will cause him to miss at least 60 days.
![Fantasy Baseball Injury Report: Kelly's Recovery Window Uncertain](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/z4jcnrhbhf5c6l38kfpz.jpg)
Jeff Stotts writes about the week's most notable MLB injuries, including Merrill Kelly, who is undergoing testing to determine the severity of his shoulder strain.
![Fantasy Baseball Injury Report: Good News for Twins](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/qegx8hudv1woc7qlrbxb.jpg)
Jeff Stotts discusses this week's prominent MLB injuries, starting in Minnesota, where Carlos Correa should miss less time than originally thought with a low-grade intercostal strain.
![Fantasy Baseball Injury Report: Explaining the Frequent UCL Sprain](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/hdixs7t1fkr1trwjlkue.jpg)
Jeff Stotts writes about the causes of the dreaded ulnar collateral ligament sprain, which impacts many MLB pitchers, including Spencer Strider.
![Fantasy Baseball Injury Report: Steele Likely Out at Least a Month](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/mxzejzz9nybnkt3jx0qs.jpg)
The beginning of the season brings new injuries, and in Chicago, the Cubs preparing to be without pitcher Justin Steele for at least a month for a hamstring strain.
![Fantasy Baseball Injury Report: Play Ball!](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/midgliw5cl8vopqmbtad.jpg)
Jeff Stotts kicks off the season with his first injury report, featuring Kyle Bradish, who will start the year on the IL after being diagnosed with a partially torn UCL in his throwing elbow.
![NFL Injury Analysis: McCaffrey Will Sit Out Week 18](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/hcnkjym2tiibusaq6hxn.jpg)
With one week left to go in the regular season, Jeff Stotts looks at the injuries impacting Week 18 and the playoffs beyond.
![NFL Injury Analysis: Lawrence's Injuries Mount](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/dwofoylopc2beydfh6l6.jpg)
Jeff Stotts discusses notable NFL injuries, starting with Trevor Lawrence, whose Week 16 shoulder sprain is added to a list of injuries that includes a concussion, high-ankle sprain and knee sprain this season.
![NFL Injury Analysis: With Wilson Injury, Hope Fades for a Rodgers return](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/meikimbhjn5xybthlout.jpg)
Jeff Stotts discusses key NFL injuries as the playoffs approach, and in New York, Zach Wilson is in concussion protocol.
![NFL Injury Analysis: Plan for Herbert to Be Out](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/yo6r0gf484elpkccdikt.jpg)
Jeff Stotts highlights this week's prominent injured NFL players, including Justin Herbert, who likely will have surgery on his fractured index finger, which would lead to a multi-week absence.
![NFL Injury Analysis: Ankle Injuries Abound in Week 13](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/ruaeajnviyi0wyzshktb.jpg)
Week 13 saw several significant ankle injuries that Jeff Stotts details in his column, starting with Kenny Pickett's high-ankle sprain, which required surgery.
![NFL Injury Analysis: Taylor to Miss Time](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/zyavedthe0x4dzlmoauo.jpg)
Jeff Stotts addresses the biggest NFL injuries from Week 12, starting in Indianapolis, where RB Jonathan Taylor will have surgery to address a thumb injury and likely will miss multiple games.
![NFL Injury Analysis: Key Seahawks Injuries](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/nwmo91yrrqcmgevd4lym.jpg)
As we head into Week 12, Jeff Stotts discusses NFL injuries that could impact fantasy teams, including Geno Smith who suffered a contusion to his triceps.
![NFL Injury Analysis: Carr Has Concussion; Will Recuperate During Bye](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/fi5om4wbcihoqppokklt.jpg)
Jeff Stotts breaks down injuries in what was a less-painful week than usual in the NFL, starting with Derek Carr who suffered a shoulder injury and concussion Week 10.
![NFL Injury Analysis: Goedert Could Return Before Season End](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/oddrsnhtw067qekaa3ss.jpg)
Jeff Stotts discusses Week 9's notable injuries, starting in Philadelphia, where Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert will miss time after fracturing his forearm in the team's win over the Cowboys.
![NFL Injury Analysis: Tough Week 8 for QBs](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/ij8whdb9k6atk7jjxjbz.jpg)
Jeff Stotts highlights significant Week 8 injuries, starting with Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins, who is out for the season after tearing his Achilles in Sunday's bittersweet win over the Packers.
![NFL Injury Analysis: Injuries Stack Up in Cleveland](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/zdmnlq7jwkrmhn5hiib4.jpg)
Jeff Stotts talks about two significant injuries to the Browns offense, including Jerome Ford's high-ankle sprain and Deshaun Watson's rotator cuff strain.
![NFL Injury Analysis: Fields Likely to Miss One Game](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/gywhrgk0edztov6njm4j.jpg)
Bears QB Justin Fields dislocated his thumb in Week 6's loss to the Vikings and could miss Week 7 pending MRI results.
![NFL Injury Analysis: Richardson Out With AC Sprain](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/mu4qiahmwdnd7w0h0qur.jpg)
Jeff Stotts tackles the most prominent Week 5 injuries, starting with Indianapolis QB Anthony Richardson, who will likely miss at least several weeks while dealing with an AC joint sprain.
![NFL Injury Analysis: A Turf Burns Edition](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/bujmlchivl9er8vj5qq3.jpg)
Jeff Stotts breaks down an injury filled Week 4, starting in Tampa, where Mike Evans' status is unclear after he "tweaked" his hamstring.
![NFL Injury Analysis: Carr Suffers Shoulder Sprain](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/fi5om4wbcihoqppokklt.jpg)
Jeff Stotts highlights the week's biggest NFL injuries, starting with Saints QB Derek Carr whose status is up in the air for Week 4, as he was diagnosed with a a sprain of the acromioclavicular joint.
![Fantasy Baseball Injury Report: Correa Near a Return](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/qegx8hudv1woc7qlrbxb.jpg)
Jeff Stotts discusses two Minnesota players: Carlos Correa who is nearing a return after battling foot inflammation, and Royce Lewis who is missing the end of the regular season with a hamstring strain.
![NFL Injury Analysis: Concussions Affect Many Starters](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/mu4qiahmwdnd7w0h0qur.jpg)
Jeff Stotts explains the league's concussion protocols, since multiple players sustained concussions in Week 2, including Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson, who left his second start of the year early.
![Fantasy Baseball Injury Report: Scherzer Out for Season](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/btjrjcrpjsgl1pwj3hu0.jpg)
Though Texans pitcher Max Scherzer is out for the season with a stain to his right tere major muscle, he should have a relatively normal offseason and be good to go for the start of the 2024 season.
![NFL Injury Analysis: Significant Achilles Injuries for Stars](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/ake2nnvpv863mdufco6c.jpg)
Jeff Stotts details Week 1's biggest NFL injuries, with Aaron Rodgers and J.K. Dobbins at the top of the list after both of them suffered season-ending Achilles tears.
![Fantasy Baseball Injury Report: Extended Rehab Expected for Dominguez](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/pvttcdgv1jd1deblop3l.jpg)
Jeff Stotts discusses Yankees phenom Jasson Dominguez, who tore his UCL after just eight games and will undergo Tommy John Surgery.
![NFL Injury Analysis: Setback for Kupp](https://res.cloudinary.com/rotowire/image/upload/ar_16:6,c_fill,dpr_auto,f_auto,g_auto:custom_no_override,q_auto,w_auto/ziw4q86doznz6y5t6wj6.jpg)
Jeff Stotts breaks down one of the most common NFL injuries, the hamstring strain, which is putting Cooper Kupp's Week 1 status in jeopardy.