New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman is not listed on the team's injury report.
Julian Edelman absent from injury report, ready to go for fantasy owners
The Patriots will be shorthanded on Thursday night, but Julian Edelman won’t be the reason why. We break down the fantasy implications.
The Patriots kept their No. 1 receiver out of action throughout the preseason due to an ankle injury, but it was never believed to be a threat to his Week 1 status. With a full week of practice and preparation for the Pittsburgh Steelers, Edelman will resume his usual post in the offense on Thursday night.
Fantasy Spin: Fantasy owners don't like having to monitor injuries so closely, but there's nothing to be concerned about regarding Edelman's status for this week. Edelman is a locked and loaded WR2 in leagues of all formats and should continue soaking up ample targets from Tom Brady, who may have to rely on his arm even more so in wake of LeGarrette Blount's suspension.
With Brandon LaFell sidelined with an injury for the season’s first seven weeks, expect Edelman to cement his status as a target monster in the offense, especially on Thursday night versus a vulnerable Steelers secondary.
