New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman says he aggravated a thigh injury during the third quarter of the team's Week 13 game against the Green Bay Packers, according to the Boston Herald. Edelman has been dealing with this injury since Week 11, and it forced him off of the field on Sunday.
Julian Edelman aggravated thigh injury; likely safe to start in fantasy in Week 14
Julian Edelman aggravated a nagging thigh injury against the Green Bay Packers. We break down the fantasy implications.
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That said, Edelman has been practicing this week and should continue to do so throughout. He'll likely wind up as questionable on the injury report, but everyone expects he'll suit up next Sunday against the San Diego Chargers. Edelman has been solid and consistent throughout the season, catching 77 passes for 743 yards and two touchdowns. His lack of red zone production is a concern, however.
Fantasy Impact: Edelman has been a solid fantasy receiver in many respects, but his lack of scoring production has hurt his value. That said, fantasy owners planning to roll with him this week shouldn't be concerned with his thigh injury. He'll play against the Chargers and should see his usual 8-12 targets from Tom Brady.
