Editor’s update: Green is out, per Adam Schefter.
A.J. Green injury update: Bengals WR doubtful vs. Steelers, for fantasy owners [Update]
A.J. Green is getting closer to a return, but Week 15 may be too soon.
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The Cincinnati Bengals are calling A.J. Green doubtful to face the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 15.
The All-Pro wide receiver is still recovering from a strained hamstring sustained in Week 11. That led to him missing the last three games, and it looks like it might cost him one more.
The potential for Green to return in Week 16 vs. the Houston Texans makes rostering him a worthwhile move, especially if you are thin at wide receiver. Even coming off a long layoff, Green would be worth starting in most cases in your league’s fantasy playoffs when he is active.
Fantasy Impact: If Green is inactive on Sunday, the Bengals will rely heavily on Brandon LaFell, Tyler Boyd, and Tyler Eifert in the passing game. Eifert remains one of, if not the No. 1 tight end in fantasy football while Green is out. Boyd is a low-end WR3 or flex play.
