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FantasyPros advises holding Cleveland Browns receivers K.C. Concepcion and Denzel Boston, while suggesting Pittsburgh Steelers fans drop Michael Pittman Jr. and add Roman Wilson. The New York Jets' offense collapsed, making Garrett Wilson and Braelon Allen key buys. Chicago Bears' Colston Loveland and D'Andre Swift are recommended adds, with Swift potentially returning soon due to Kyle Monangai's thumb injury.
The Los Angeles Lakers rested their entire starting lineup, including Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves, and Walker Kessler, for a preseason game against the Golden State Warriors. The Warriors won 124-98, with rookie Yaxel Lendeborg scoring 17 points. The Lakers' bench, led by Quentin Grimes and Sandro Mamukelashvili, struggled against the Warriors' depth.
The Atlanta Falcons defeated the New Orleans Saints 45-24 in a Week 4 blowout, with running backs Bijan and Brian Robinson combining for five rushing touchdowns. The game highlighted major fantasy shifts: Bijan Robinson remains a top-three RB despite a limited workload, while Brian Robinson’s goal-line role offers high upside. For New Orleans, Travis Etienne’s injury to injured reserve elevated Alvin Kamara to the top of the depth chart, though his value is tied to game script. Tight end Juwan Johnson saw a spike in production due to Noah Fant’s absence but is a sell-high candidate. The Falcons’ offense, led by Michael Penix Jr., has transformed their season, while the Saints’ defense struggled without key pass rushers.
The San Jose Sharks suffered a 5-0 shutout loss to the Dallas Stars on Monday, October 5, 2026, without captain Macklin Celebrini, who was ruled out with a lower-body injury. Coach Ryan Warsofsky stated the injury is still being evaluated, with no specific timeline provided. The team, which had won its first two games, was outshot 26-13 and struggled to generate offense, leading to questions about their ability to perform without their top scorer. The Sharks are scheduled to practice in Dallas on Tuesday before traveling to St. Louis for their next game on Thursday.
The San Francisco 49ers secured a 24-14 victory over the Denver Broncos in Week 4, extending their undefeated start to 4-0, but sustained several injuries to key players. Fullback Kyle Juszczyk suffered a knee sprain and bone bruise, likely sidelining him for two to three weeks. Safety Marques Sigle and cornerback Upton Stout also exited with injuries, though none are expected to be season-ending. Coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed that the team will rely on tight ends to fill Juszczyk's role and that defensive end Nick Bosa remains out with a calf strain.
The Philadelphia Eagles lost 24-20 to the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, dropping to 2-2 after surrendering a 20-10 lead in the final seven minutes. The defeat was defined by a catastrophic defensive collapse and an offensive unit that failed to convert 12 third-down attempts. A severe injury crisis, including the late absence of veteran right tackle Lane Johnson, hampered the team's ability to establish a consistent offensive identity under new coordinator Sean Mannion. While the defense excelled for 52 minutes, it faltered late, allowing two long touchdown drives that erased the Eagles' lead. The loss highlights a growing concern about the team's depth and adaptability as the season progresses.
Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley is uncertain for Week 5 after exiting Sunday's 24-20 loss to the Los Angeles Rams with a hamstring injury. Head coach Nick Sirianni indicated that the team would provide an update on Barkley's status by Wednesday. The Eagles are also set to lose Tank Bigsby to core muscle surgery, leaving Will Shipley as the only healthy running back on the 53-man roster. Barkley has 182 rushing yards on the season, while the team remains 2-2 following a defensive collapse against the Rams.
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua returned to action against the Philadelphia Eagles after missing two games with a hip/groin issue, recording nine catches for 125 yards. Coach Sean McVay confirmed Nacua has a 'pre-hernia' condition, a muscle weakness that has not yet resulted in a hernia. Meanwhile, star defensive end Aaron Donald was ruled out due to back soreness, with McVay stating the team is protecting him from overexertion.
The Washington Commanders lost 30-13 to the Indianapolis Colts in London after a cascading quarterback injury crisis forced seventh-round rookie Athan Kaliakmanis to start. Backup Marcus Mariota suffered a right knee injury in the first quarter, while starter Jayden Daniels remains sidelined with a dislocated left elbow. Kaliakmanis completed 15 of 33 passes for 186 yards, one touchdown, and one interception in his first regular-season start.
The Denver Broncos have confirmed that wide receiver Pat Bryant and cornerback Pat Surtain II avoided season-ending injuries following their Week 4 loss to the San Francisco 49ers. While both players will undergo MRIs to determine the exact severity, the team expects them to return later in the 2026 season. Bryant, a key pass catcher, is expected to miss several weeks, forcing the Broncos to rely on other receivers and a struggling running game. The injury also elevates Jahdae Barron to a starting role on defense.
The Kansas City Chiefs are actively pursuing a reunion with free-agent wide receiver Tyreek Hill following injuries to two key receivers. Hill, who is recovering from a severe knee injury, has hinted at a return to play, and multiple Chiefs players have expressed support for his potential return.
Cincinnati Bengals star wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase was ruled out for the remainder of their Week 4 game against the Jacksonville Jaguars after suffering a concussion. The injury occurred early in the second quarter when Chase caught a pass, had his facemask grabbed by Jacksonville cornerback Jarrian Jones, and was subsequently hit in the upper body by linebacker Ventrell Miller. Chase remained on the field for several minutes before walking to the medical tent and then the locker room. The Bengals, already missing receivers Colbie Young and Andrei Iosivas, faced a critical depth issue. The team ultimately lost the game 22-17, with Chase recording three catches for 37 yards before exiting.
The Philadelphia Eagles will field a significantly weakened roster against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 4, with star right tackle Lane Johnson ruled inactive for personal reasons. The team also lacks top receiver DeVonta Smith, tight end Dallas Goedert, and linebacker Zack Baun. Rookie Markel Bell will start at right tackle, while the Eagles face a deep injury crisis that limits their active roster to 47 players.
Philadelphia Eagles right tackle Lane Johnson will not play against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 4 due to personal reasons. The team listed him as questionable, but he is confirmed inactive. Rookie Markel Bell will start at right tackle. The Eagles also miss DeVonta Smith, Zack Baun, and Dallas Goedert, while the Rams are without Aaron Donald and Myles Garrett.
Carolina Panthers wide receiver Jalen Coker is unlikely to play against the Detroit Lions on Sunday night due to a quad injury, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Coker, who led the Panthers with 18 catches, 222 yards, and two touchdowns through three games, was limited in practice this week. The Panthers elevated Ja'Seem Reed from the practice squad, signaling Coker's absence. This injury compounds Carolina's woes, as Xavier Legette was placed on injured reserve this week. The Lions, who rank last in passing yards allowed, face a Panthers offense that ranks first in passing yards per game but is missing key defensive and offensive pieces.