Indianapolis Colts wide receiver T.Y. Hilton is expected to play in the team's Week 2 game against the New York Jets on Monday night, according to Pro Football Talk.
T.Y. Hilton injury update: Colts WR is expected to suit up for fantasy owners on Monday
T.Y. Hilton is reportedly going to play on Monday night. We take a look at the fantasy implications.
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Hilton suffered a bruised knee against the Buffalo Bills in Week 1. Hilton's injury was originally expected to keep him out multiple weeks. However, optimism grew as the week went on. By Saturday, Hilton was practicing with the team on a limited basis.
We’re still waiting on official word regarding Hilton’s status.
Fantasy impact: By now, Hilton owners have either exhausted their starting wide receiver options for the week or they have a backup plan for Monday night. Provided Hilton takes the field, he should be started.
If anything, Hilton's presence takes some edge off of the fantasy value projected for Donte Moncrief and Andre Johnson. It's worth noting that quarterback Andrew Luck targeted Moncrief a handful of times before Hilton exited the game.
Moncrief and Johnson are viable WR3 options if needed.
