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Seahawks QB Geno Smith out with groin injury

Sun Dec 10 3:31pm ET
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Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith was listed as inactive for Sunday's road game against the San Francisco 49ers with a groin injury.

Drew Lock is in line to get his first start with the Seahawks after appearing in two games with the team this season.

Smith's injury occurred in practice this past week.

"He just tweaked his groin a little bit (Thursday)," Seahawks coach Pete Carroll said. "Just kind of stumbled over somebody."

Smith was already dealing with a triceps injury on his throwing arm that occurred Nov. 19 in a loss to the Los Angeles Rams. He has yet to miss a start since winning the job in training camp before the 2022 season.

Smith has thrown for 2,918 yards, 15 touchdowns and nine interceptions in 12 games this year.

The Seahawks (6-6) have lost three straight games, including 31-13 at home against the 49ers (9-3) on Thanksgiving. Seattle enters the weekend in a tie with the Minnesota Vikings, Green Bay Packers and Rams for the final two NFC wild-card spots.

Seattle running backs Kenneth Walker III (oblique) and Zach Charbonnet (knee) both are active after they were ruled questionable.

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Dawson Knox Dec 10 3:40pm ET
Dawson Knox

Buffalo Bills tight end Dawson Knox (wrist) is officially active for Week 14 versus the Kansas City Chiefs. He had been listed as questionable but was trending in the right direction after being activated from IR on Saturday. Given that Dalton Kincaid has emerged as the Bills' clear No. 1 tight end, Knox can't be trusted in fantasy football.

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Samaje Perine Dec 10 3:30pm ET
Samaje Perine

Denver Broncos running back Samaje Perine (knee) is officially active for Week 14 versus the Los Angeles Chargers. Despite missing practice Friday and being listed as questionable, the expectation as that Perine would play. Indeed, the veteran will suit up, using his pass-catching skills to rank as a high-end RB4 in PPR leagues.

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Maxx Crosby Dec 10 3:20pm ET
Maxx Crosby

Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (knee) is officially active for Week 14 versus the Minnesota Vikings. Although the star defender had been listed as questionable after practicing just once this past week, he was trending in the right direction ahead of gameday. Crosby has 66 tackles, 11.5 sacks, and one forced fumble this year. He remains a top option in IDP fantasy leagues.

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Elijah Mitchell Dec 10 3:10pm ET
Elijah Mitchell

San Francisco 49ers running back Elijah Mitchell (knee) is officially inactive for Sunday's game against the Seattle Seahawks. This is hardly a surprise considering he missed practice all week long and was officially listed as doubtful. Christian McCaffrey remains the clear-cut No. 1 option and is the only 49ers running back worth rostering fantasy football. Jordan Mason will back him up but isn't a reliable fantasy option.

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Nico Collins Dec 10 3:00pm ET
Nico Collins

Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (calf) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the New York Jets. He exited in the first quarter after catching just one pass for 13 yards. This is tough news for the Texans after they placed Tank Dell (leg) on IR earlier this week. Dalton Schultz (hamstring) is also out, leaving Houston with Noah Brown, John Metchie III, Robert Woods, and Brevin Jordan as its top pass-catchers.

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Drew Lock Dec 10 3:00pm ET
Drew Lock

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (groin) has been ruled out for Week 14 versus the San Francisco 49ers. He had been listed as questionable and was trending in the wrong direction as gameday drew nearer. Drew Lock will start in his place but lacks fantasy appeal given his previous struggles and a very tough matchup against the Niners. DK Metcalf, Tyler Lockett, and Jaxon Smith-Njigba will all see their fantasy values take a hit, too.

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Kenneth Walker III Dec 10 3:00pm ET
Kenneth Walker III

Seattle Seahawks running backs Kenneth Walker III (oblique) and Zach Charbonnet (knee) are active for Week 14 versus the San Francisco 49ers. Both players had been listed as questionable. Walker makes his return after missing two games. He has shown immense promise when handling a full workload but could have a reduced snap share as the Seahawks phase him back into action. Nevertheless, the second-round back is worth deploying as an RB2 in fantasy football. Charbonnet will also earn some touches, but he isn't on the fantasy radar.

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D'Wayne Eskridge Dec 10 3:00pm ET
D'Wayne Eskridge

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Dee Eskridge (ribs) is officially active for Week 14 versus the San Francisco 49ers. He had been listed as questionable after logging a limited practice on Friday. The 26-year-old opened the year with a six-game suspension and has just one target (zero receptions) since returning. He remains off the fantasy radar.

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Ryan Neal Dec 10 2:50pm ET
Ryan Neal

Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Ryan Neal (hip, back) exited during the first half of Week 14 versus the Atlanta Falcons. He is officially questionable to return. The 27-year-old registered four tackles before his departure, bringing his season total to 70. Dee Delaney should earn more snaps for the duration of Neal's absence.

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Tutu Atwell Dec 10 2:40pm ET
Tutu Atwell

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Tutu Atwell (head) exited during the second quarter of Sunday's game against the Baltimore Ravens and is being evaluated for a concussion. He took a concerning upper-body hit and was in visible pain. At the time of his departure, he had one target and zero catches. Davis Allen and Demarcus Robinson should see more opportunities in his absence.

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Jaire Alexander Dec 10 2:40pm ET
Jaire Alexander

Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander (shoulder) has been downgraded to out for Monday's game against the New York Giants. He had been a limited participant in practice this week, so it's somewhat surprising to see the Packers rule him out prior to gameday. Nevertheless, it'll be Corey Ballentine and Keisean Nixon registering more snaps in his absence.

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Desmond Ridder Dec 10 2:10pm ET
Desmond Ridder

Atlanta Falcons left tackle Jake Matthews (knee) injured his knee during the second quarter of Sunday's Week 14 matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and is questionable to return. The Falcons were already missing two starting offensive linemen in Kaleb McGary and Drew Dalman so losing Matthews adds to the misery. It could be tough sledding for Falcons QB Desmond Ridder the rest of the way. The team should provide an update on Matthews following the game.

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Kyle Hamilton Dec 10 2:10pm ET
Kyle Hamilton

Baltimore Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton (knee) has returned to Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Rams. He's evidently healthy enough to play despite exiting during the second quarter, going to the locker room, and briefly being listed as questionable. The 22-year-old entered Week 14 with 62 tackles, three sacks, two interceptions, and one forced fumble.

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Mack Hollins Dec 10 2:00pm ET
Mack Hollins

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Mack Hollins (ankle) injured his ankle during the second quarter of Sunday's Week 14 game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and is questionable to return. Hollins did not record a target before exiting the ball game. The Falcons should provide an update on Hollins' status at halftime.

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Kyle Hamilton Dec 10 1:50pm ET
Kyle Hamilton

Baltimore Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton (knee) is questionable to return to Sunday's Week 14 game against the Los Angeles Rams after suffering a knee injury. Hamilton injured his knee during the second quarter and went to the locker room. It would be a big loss to the Ravens' secondary if he's unable to return to the game. The Ravens should provide an update on Hamilton's status soon.

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Nico Collins Dec 10 1:30pm ET
Nico Collins

Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (calf) is questionable to return for Sunday's Week 14 game against the New York Jets with a calf injury. Collins injured his calf during the first quarter of Sunday's contest and went to the locker room. He had one catch for 13 yards before exiting the game. The Texans are already missing Tank Dell (leg) so a potential Collins injury would severely affect Houston's passing game. The team should provide an update soon.

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Micah Parsons Dec 10 12:50pm ET
Micah Parsons

Dallas Cowboys star linebacker Micah Parsons (illness) is believed to be battling the flu, according to a source. The Cowboys have added Parsons to the Week 14 injury report, but he's expected to play on Sunday night in the big divisional showdown against the Philadelphia Eagles. The 24-year-old All-Pro pass-rusher could be at less than 100 percent on Sunday evening while being under the weather, but it doesn't mean he won't have a big impact on the game. In 12 games for Dallas this year, Parsons has caused havoc with 42 tackles, 11.5 sacks, a forced fumble and a fumble recovery for Dallas' defense. The Cowboys' defense/special teams faces a tough task against the Eagles offense in Week 14, but Parsons needs to remain in starting IDP lineups despite his illness.

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Jeff Okudah Dec 10 12:30pm ET
Jeff Okudah

Atlanta Falcons cornerback Jeff Okudah (ankle) is officially out in Week 14 against the visiting Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday. Okudah had two limited practices this week on Wednesday and Friday but did not practice on Thursday, and the Falcons will now be without their starting cornerback in this divisional clash. With the 24-year-old sidelined, Atlanta's secondary will turn to some combination of Mike Hughes, Dee Alford and Clark Phillips as they look to slow down receiver Mike Evans and company this weekend. In his first year in Atlanta in 2023, Okudah has played in 10 games (nine starts) and has 41 tackles (31 solo) and three passes defensed.

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Tyler Scott Dec 10 12:20pm ET
Tyler Scott

Chicago Bears wide receivers Velus Jones Jr. (illness) and Tyler Scott (hamstring) are officially active for Week 14 versus the Detroit Lions. They had been listed as questionable. Jones has been disappointing in his second pro season, amassing just three catches for nine yards. Meanwhile, Scott has 10 catches for 81 yards. Neither player belongs on the fantasy radar this Sunday.

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Greg Gaines Dec 10 12:20pm ET
Greg Gaines

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will be missing another key defender in Week 14 against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, as defensive tackle Vita Vea (toe) has been ruled out. In addition, the Bucs will be without linebacker Devin White (foot) and cornerback Jamel Dean (ankle, foot) yet again. Vea is the team's best run-stopper at nose tackle and has 33 tackles, 5.5 sacks and two forced fumbles this year for the Bucs, so his absence is pretty notable this weekend against a Falcons team that loves to run the rock more often than not. With the 28-year-old Vea sidelined on Sunday, Greg Gaines will see more playing time on the Buccaneers' defensive line.

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