New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning had an X-ray on his ankle, but will be fine, according to Jordan Raanan of NJ.com.
Eli Manning is ‘fine,’ despite needing X-ray, presents fantasy upside for Week 14
The Giants have had a tough season in 2015, but Eli Manning remains a bright spot. We break down the fantasy implications.
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Manning did not miss any snaps during the Giants' 23-20 overtime loss to the New York Jets on Sunday, but was harassed behind a patchwork offensive line and needed further examination as a result. The quarterback had expressed on Sunday that "everything's good" despite needing another look, and there is yet to be any indication that Manning's status is in any danger.
Fantasy impact: Against a Miami Dolphins defense that just allowed 308 passing yards to Matt Schaub, Manning has a fabulous opportunity for a bounce-back game that the Giants desperately need to cash in on. The game will be held on Monday night and that will give Manning a much-needed extra day of rest. It has the makings for a scenario where he and Odell Beckham, Jr. can thrive.
Fantasy owners will have to monitor practice reports to be on the safe side, but do not have reason to be concerned yet about Manning’s availability. He is a QB1 for the first week of the fantasy playoffs.
