Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Charles Johnson is listed as probable for Week 7 on the team's injury report.
Charles Johnson injury update: Vikings WR listed as probable for fantasy owners
There is a near certainty that Charles Johnson will return to the Vikings lineup on Sunday. We break down the fantasy implications.
Johnson sustained a rib injury that kept him out of action for Week 6, and paved the way for Stefon Diggs to capitalize -- which is just what the rookie did.
Diggs caught seven passes for 129 yards in Johnson’s place, but his role for Sunday will be unclear with Johnson’s return. In three games, Johnson has six catches for 46 yards.
Fantasy impact: For fantasy owners, Johnson’s health has become less about what he can contribute and more about what it means for Diggs.
Offensive coordinator Norv Turner implied that expectations should be tempered for Diggs’ production going forward, but Diggs was also seen practicing with the starters on Friday after being with the twos on Thursday.
Johnson cannot be counted on in leagues of any formats until he shows he can produce, but Diggs can be considered a high-risk high-reward WR3.
