Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Charles Johnson is officially inactive for Week 6’s matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs. Rookie wideout Stefon Diggs will start opposite Mike Wallace for the second straight week.
Charles Johnson injury update: Vikings WR inactive for fantasy owners in Week 6
Stefon Diggs will get the start at wide receiver today. We break down the fantasy implications.
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Johnson has been dealing with a rib injury that forced him to miss Week 5. He participated in every practice this week, but he’s not quite ready to get back in action. Diggs caught six passes for 87 yards last week with Johnson out.
Fantasy impact: Johnson has been one of the biggest disappointments for fantasy owners in 2015. Pegged as a breakout candidate but numerous experts, he only has six receptions through three games.
This is the best-case scenario for owners who rostered Diggs after last week’s performance. He’s facing a Chiefs defense that allows the most fantasy points to opposing wide receivers. They’ve allowed seven touchdowns to wide receivers in five games. Diggs is worth starting as your WR3/flex.
