San Diego Chargers tight end Antonio Gates will play on Sunday against the Baltimore Ravens. Gates is banged up with a sprained MCL, but coaches apparently felt he was able to play after observing him in pregame warmups. Through two games this season, Gates has an 18-187-2 stat line.
Antonio Gates injury update: Chargers TE is Active for fantasy owners Week 8
Antonio Gates is returning. We take a look at the fantasy implications.
Fantasy impact: Gates is once again back in the TE1 conversation despite his injury. Even if Gates isn’t able to cut as sharply or accelerate as well, he’s a big body that offers a red zone threat against any opposing defense. Fantasy owners should plug him into their lineups.
Tight end Ladarius Green loses some appeal with Gates on the field, but he's a fringe TE1 with Gates banged up. Quarterback Philip Rivers is poised for a big day. The Chargers will have all of their offensive weapons on Sunday, and the Ravens are among teams giving up the most fantasy points to quarterbacks this season.
