There is a 75 percent chance that Chicago Bears receivers Brandon Marshall (ankle) and Alshon Jeffery (hamstring) do not play against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday Night Football, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Both players have missed practice time this week and are clearly not over their injuries from Week 1.
Brandon Marshall and Alshon Jeffery looking doubtful for fantasy output in Week 2
Brandon Marshall (ankle) and Alshon Jeffery (hamstring) could miss Sunday Night Football. We break down the fantasy implications.
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They were both able to return from their respective injuries, but the optimism has decreased throughout the week. The Bears signed two receivers from their practice squad, which is usually a strong indicator that players on the 53-man roster won’t be active.
Fantasy impact: It's never easy to set your lineup with your best receiver as a game-time call for Sunday Night Football. If there is a solid option on your bench in a good matchup, you should probably just go with him. On the other hand, if Marshall or Alshon are clearly better than other options, perhaps you can grab a running back or receiver on the Eagles, 49ers, Bears or Colts and use them as a backup in a flex spot. For what it's worth, Alshon seems to be more doubtful that Marshall, based on reports throughout the week. Jay Cutler is not a top-15 play this week, as well.
