The Indianapolis Colts are still unsure about the status of wide receiver Reggie Wayne. Head coach Chuck Pagano said it was "too early in week" to see if Wayne will play against the New York Giants on Monday night. Wayne did not practice on Thursday.
Reggie Wayne not a sure thing to make fantasy return in Week 9
The Colts still aren’t sure when Reggie Wayne will return. We break down the fantasy implications.
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Wayne missed Week 8 with an elbow injury. The Colts have their bye in Week 10, so it’s a strong possibility they will hold him out for one more game to ensure he comes back on full rest in Week 11. The 35-year-old veteran has 38 catches for 434 yards and a touchdown in seven games this season.
Fantasy impact: Wayne hasn't been much of a fantasy producer in 2014, recording 100 yards in just one game. Still, the Colts could use his veteran hands after Hakeem Nicks flopped as the No. 2 starter opposite T.Y. Hilton. If Wayne can't go, look for the Colts to get rookie Donte Moncrief more involved in the offense. Moncrief and Hilton are both worthy fantasy options as long as Andrew Luck keeps dealing.
