Vincent Brown is running near 100 percent, and is close to returning to practice with the San Diego Chargers for the first time since mid-August, according to the San Diego Union-Tribune. Brown was placed on injured reserve with a designation to return due to a broken ankle.
Vincent Brown close to returning to the Chargers: Fantasy implications
Vincent Brown is running close to full speed, and may soon return to practice with the Chargers for the first time since mid-August. We break down the fantasy implications.
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There is no word yet what kind of role Brown would take on in the offense if activated this season. He could immediately take over as the team's No. 3 wide receiver, with Robert Meachem seeing just two snaps in Week 12.
Fantasy Impact: Don't expect Brown to suddenly begin lighting up secondaries if/when he is able to return. He has a considerable amount of rust to shake off. He should be an immediate upgrade over the likes of Meachem and the oft-injured Eddie Royal, however. Brown could be worth a look in deep leagues, though he should probably be left on waivers in standard fantasy formats.
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