The Chicago Bears' wide receiver situation is a big question mark as the team prepares to face the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday Night Football. Brandon Marshall and Alshon Jeffery are both questionable for the game, and a decision is not expected until closer to game time.
Brandon Marshall injury update: Fantasy production a question mark for Bears receiver
Chicago Bears wide receiver Brandon Marshall is listed as questionable and is a game-time decision. We break down the fantasy impact.
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Marshall injured his ankle against the Buffalo Bills but returned and played through it. He did not participate in any of the three practice sessions this week, although he did get in a light jog during Friday's walkthrough. The Bears promoted two wide receivers from their practice squad, with one expected to fill in for doubtful wide receiver Josh Morgan.
Fantasy impact: Marshall seems more likely to play than Jeffery, who is dealing with a hamstring injury. However, because it is Sunday Night Football, Marshall and Jeffery fantasy owners are left in a tough situation. If you have Marshall, it comes down to how much you want to gamble that he will not only play, but also be effective with his ankle injury. We think the odds are pretty good that he plays, but it is still a gamble given the late start.
